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Magnolia Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Magnolia, Arkansas
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule magnoliajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (903) 559-9712
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30–8 AM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 1–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“In 6 months I've lost 35lbs, gained confidence, and found something to bond with my sons over.”
“Offers Gi and No Gi classes, and still has time to host special events.”
“Offers Gi and No Gi classes, and still has time to host special events.”
“Jeff was my coach at my very first tournament and since then has taught me so much.”
“Had a great open mat here, gym was very well taken care of and members had a great culture.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grappler, you’ll find solid technical instruction and great training partners here.”
What members say
“The instruction is high-level, the environment is welcoming, and the culture is all about learning and growth.”
“Top notch instruction, clean facility and a family friendly atmosphere all coexist creating the ultimate experience.”
“My son loves it and can’t wait for his next class every time we leave!”
From the reviews
Train Insane or remain the same! Coach Jeff and Coach Toy offer quality classes for kids and adults. After training for a year and a half I started losing the flame but since Jeff opened Magnolia Jiu Jitsu he has personally relit the flame. The training they offer is phenomenal.
I’ve had the privilege of training with Jeff off and on for years, and I can confidently say that his academy is top-notch. The instruction is high-level, the environment is welcoming, and the culture is all about learning and growth.
Had a great open mat here, gym was very well taken care of and members had a great culture. Got some good rounds in and everyone was welcoming and had great attitudes. Jeff has a great program, anyone in the area looking to train close to home Magnolia jiu jitsu is a fantastic choice.
An absolute terrific atmosphere to learn, train, and meet new folks. Offers Gi and No Gi classes, and still has time to host special events. Great team environment for any level, from just starting to the more experienced practitioner.
New to BJJ? Start at Magnolia Jiu Jitsu
Magnolia Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Magnolia Jiu Jitsu
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.