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New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 348 Google reviews · BJJ gym in New Braunfels, Texas
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 (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule newbraunfelsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 830-318-9138
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 11 am–1:15 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 11 am–1:15 pm, 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 am, 4:30–7:15 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Ryan leads with integrity, patience, and purpose, and you can see how much he cares about helping these kids grow into strong, respectful young leaders.”
“Another thing I like is frequent classes on their schedule, typically they'll have three classes a day with a mix of gi/no gi.”
“It is a fun, safe place for our 4 year old to learn self defense skills while also developing agility, respect, integrity, confidence, discipline, and respect for authority.”
“Whether you are a beginner or an experienced grappler, New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu has something to offer you!”
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What members say
“From the very first class, the coaches—especially Head Coach Ryan and the whole team—have been incredibly patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable.”
“Coach Ryan and his entire team have welcomed our family with truly open arms, and from the moment we walked in we felt peace, encouragement, and genuine care.”
“They make learning fun and approachable for kids, building not just technique but real confidence, discipline, and respect.”
“Great gym that does an excellent job of balancing hard rolls while maintaining a friendly atmosphere.”
“One of the things about this gym I really appreciate is, It's reasonably priced.”
“It is a fun, safe place for our 4 year old to learn self defense skills while also developing agility, respect, integrity, confidence, discipline, and respect for authority.”
From the reviews
We love New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu! It is a fun, safe place for our 4 year old to learn self defense skills while also developing agility, respect, integrity, confidence, discipline, and respect for authority. Did I mention it is also super fun?!
We had the best first experience here! 10 out of 10 recommend! I feel good supporting this awesome family! We were greeted with nothing but smiles and felt right at home. We also appreciate the homeschool class times available! 🙏🏻
Kai has really enjoyed jujitsu! All the instructors are so patient and willing to take a little extra time to help him understand what he’s doing! You guys are awesome
We are beyond grateful for New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu. Coach Ryan and his entire team have welcomed our family with truly open arms, and from the moment we walked in we felt peace, encouragement, and genuine care.
New to BJJ? Start at New Braunfels Jiu Jitsu
New Braunfels 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 New Braunfels 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.
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