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Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ
4.8 ★★★★★ 189 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bellaire, 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
- 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
- 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 pablosilvabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (346) 303-9572
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–12:30 PM |
The classes they run
“In both the fundamentals and competition class there are students from a wide range of backgrounds.”
“Obviously the school is so good that sometimes it can get crowded, particularly the kids classes, so, arrive a few minutes early to avoid traffic in the parking lot.”
“Whether you want to learn the art or compete at higher levels in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this school stands out as a beacon of excellence.”
“The gym is not interested in selling you a lot of unnecessary things (private lessons, branded Gis, babysitting etc) just for the sake of driving profits.”
“However, beginners are welcomed with open arms at Prof.”
What members say
“They've all been welcoming and happy to share what they know, but they also bring the intensity to every training session, especially when sparring.”
“They've all been welcoming and happy to share what they know, but they also bring the intensity to every training session, especially when sparring.”
“Pablo's instruction is very high level and technical, classes are fun and challenging, with time to focus on technique and time to apply the lessons live rolling with teammate's.”
“Whether you want to learn the art or compete at higher levels in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, this school stands out as a beacon of excellence.”
“High level world champion instruction, safe, friendly and CLEAN!”
From the reviews
I initially joined Prof. Pablo's school because my young son was training there. My son's experience has been terrific. Within a few short months of starting to train when he was four, his confidence skyrocketed, he became more outgoing on the playground and more emotionally resilient in physical situations.
We are beyond grateful for the incredible journey my 3 kids have had at this jiu jitsu studio over the past three years. The coaches, environment, and supportive community have truly made it a second home for us.
Our child who is 3 is enrolled in Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 3-7 yr age bracket; and we absolutely love it. From day one Pablo and staff are genuine and very patient. We've noticed a significant change in confidence and taking of instructions. She looks forward to each class and smiles non-stop.
I have trained at the Pablo Silva Jiu Jitsu Academy since the summer of 2014 and I have found his school to be first class in every respect. Pablo Silva is a World Champion on the mat and in life, and I have found his instruction to be outstanding and second to none.
New to BJJ? Start at Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ
Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ 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 Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu Jitsu HQ
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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