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Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 112 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Gilbert, Arizona
Part of Gracie Humaitá
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.
Training center with classes in Israeli military–style self-defense, taekwondo & karate.
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 4–13) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule graciegilbertbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (480) 782-5425
Hours
| Monday | 4–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–6:30 AM, 4–8 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They make it fun for the kids and class sizes are better than the other two martial arts places we tried in the Chandler area.”
“We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge.”
“Not only does he teach the kids self-defense, but he also teaches them respect, and great morals, all while making it fun.”
“Suitable for beginners and they offer a ton of children's classes.”
Other martial arts here
“We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge.”
What members say
“Professor Quan has been an incredible instructor for my son over the past three years.”
“I bring my students here for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Quan Phu, and I couldn't be happier with the training, quality of equipment, and welcoming environment.”
“I bring my students here for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Quan Phu, and I couldn't be happier with the training, quality of equipment, and welcoming environment.”
“We joined late last year and my son absolutely loves his classes (7-13 year old) taught by Professor Quan.”
“The resilience, discipline, and confidence the girls are developing on the mats are tools they will carry with them into every other area of their lives.”
From the reviews
Our 14 year old daughter started taking classes here a year ago. I cannot speak highly enough about the the instructors and what they have done for our daughter. She walks into a room with confidence and now knows she has the strength and skill to take on any situation.
Not just another belt factory! Krav Maga is a well rounded martial art that captures functional aspects of various disciplines. Coach Joe is a no-nonsense, yet fun, instructor. Isaiah is no slouch and is always patient.
We have been working with Quan for almost 2 years doing private lessons for BJJ and Muay Thai and Quan has been incredible with his vast experience and knowledge. We also love the culture of this gym and the amazing athletes who are part of it.
We joined late last year and my son absolutely loves his classes (7-13 year old) taught by Professor Quan. I loved doing martial arts when I was younger and tried to introduce it to my son who wasn't interested at first.
New to BJJ? Start at Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu
Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita 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 Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita 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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