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Next Move Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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 nmjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-414-2642
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–1 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 4–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 4–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–1 pm, 4–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have two children who are Judo practitioners and they wanted to see what BJJ was like since there aren't pure Judo schools in Rio Rancho.”
“We've seen tremendous improvement in our kids' confidence and skills, and that growth is evident when they compete.”
“I was visiting from out of town and dropped in for their Happy Hour session which was basically an in house open mat.”
“They are now including classes for wrestling, striking, and self-defense with no limit to how many you can attend.”
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, child or adult, this is a welcoming environment where everyone is supported and challenged to improve.”
Other martial arts here
“Next Move Ju Jitsu is hands down an exceptional place for kids to learn MMA and Ju Jitsu.”
“We have two children who are Judo practitioners and they wanted to see what BJJ was like since there aren't pure Judo schools in Rio Rancho.”
“They are now including classes for wrestling, striking, and self-defense with no limit to how many you can attend.”
What members say
“Such a fun atmosphere, awesome and welcoming coaches along with Professor Jason's high level knowledge and ability to teach technique just made it our home instantly!”
“Such a fun atmosphere, awesome and welcoming coaches along with Professor Jason's high level knowledge and ability to teach technique just made it our home instantly!”
“Such a fun atmosphere, awesome and welcoming coaches along with Professor Jason's high level knowledge and ability to teach technique just made it our home instantly!”
“From day one my son was shown advanced techniques and submissions that he took to right away cause the way Professor can break everything down.”
“We've seen tremendous improvement in our kids' confidence and skills, and that growth is evident when they compete.”
“We've seen tremendous improvement in our kids' confidence and skills, and that growth is evident when they compete.”
From the reviews
I have a son who is 9 and started jiu-jitsu in October. We went to about 4 gyms till we found Next Move Jiu-jitsu. We switched from our goals being competitive on a national level in motocross to having the same goal but for jiu-jitsu. We struggled to find a gym where he could progress quickly till now.
My son loves being part of the Next Move family! Professor Jason and his team of coaches are awesome! They really care about the kids and are committed to providing a supportive environment where their students can learn and grow. Lessons extend beyond the high level technique taught on the mats.
5 stars is not enough. Next Move jiu-jitsu has just been a blessing! Extremely clean and professional setup with absolutely amazing coaches. I've been to several gyms and none of them compare. Such a friendly environment, welcoming coaches and family like atmosphere with the parents and kids that are here.
Next Move is not your typical Jiu Jitsu gym. The culture here is one built on the value of growth and family. They focus on leaving a positive impact in every students lives…speaking from personal testimony and first hand experience my son and I have peaked in our physical, mental, and emotional well being under the…
New to BJJ? Start at Next Move Jiu Jitsu
Next Move Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Move 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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