HomeIdahoAmmon › Ralph Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu

Ralph Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Ammon, Idaho

BJJ gym Affiliated Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

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
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule ralphgracieidahofalls.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (208) 607-3495

Hours

Monday 5–8:30 PM
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5–8:30 PM
Thursday 6:30–8:30 PM
Friday 5–8:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Ralph Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 11 mentions

“The passion that every coach and member bring to the mats is inspiring, and their youth program is a great way to teach values and discipline to the young ones in the family.”

All gyms that run kids bjj →

🏆 Competition Team 2 mentions

“I have learned so much in less than a year and I was able to compete and place in a few Jujitsu tournaments.”

All gyms that run competition team →

🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“He is very detail oriented, yet he provides instruction to everyone at all levels they can use.”

All gyms that run beginners →

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 36 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 3 mentions

“The environment is amazing and Troy is a great coach and mentor and does an amazing job with the kids.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“He is very detail oriented, yet he provides instruction to everyone at all levels they can use.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 11 mentions

“The passion that every coach and member bring to the mats is inspiring, and their youth program is a great way to teach values and discipline to the young ones in the family.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 9 mentions

“He is very detail oriented, yet he provides instruction to everyone at all levels they can use.”

active competition team 2 mentions

“I have learned so much in less than a year and I was able to compete and place in a few Jujitsu tournaments.”

🎖️ legit lineage & affiliation 9 mentions

“If you’re looking to get yourself or your kids into this sport and teach them a valuable skill, Ralph-Gracie Jiujitsu in Idaho Falls is unparalleled.”

From the reviews

I can't say enough good things about this gym. Not only is the instructing top notch but everyone at the gym is there to push you and help you achieve your goals. If you are looking to improve your BJJ game then this is THE place to train in the Idaho Falls area.

★★★★★ — Tommy, Jun 2022

This is a great place to train for kids and adults. The owner(Troy) has trained under Ralph Gracie directly. The atmosphere of the gym is very welcoming. I have learned so much in less than a year and I was able to compete and place in a few Jujitsu tournaments.

★★★★★ — Andrew, Feb 2025

This has got to be the best Jiu Jitsu gym in town. There is no bull crap. Come as you are. Get involved, have fun. If you find you don’t like it walk away. You are not stuck. There are no hard feelings. I have been regularly attending for over a year. I have found a great place to train and learn.

★★★★★ — Chancey, Feb 2025

We searched for a long time to find the right gym for our kids. Ralph Gracie Idaho Falls is the best in town. They keep the gym clean, the coaches are friendly and attentive while still imparting good discipline and skills. This gym definitely lives up to the Ralph Gracie name 👍🏼

★★★★★ — Jennifer, Mar 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 36 reviews →

New to BJJ? Start at Ralph Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu

Ralph Gracie Brazilian 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first BJJ class at Ralph Gracie Brazilian 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Ralph Gracie Brazilian jiu-jitsu

2728 14th N, Ammon, ID83401

Get directions

More BJJ gyms near Ammon

Soma Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Idaho Falls

4.9 ★★★★★ 122 reviews

1572 N Hitt Rd, Idaho Falls, ID

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 4–9

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

under a mile away

Vibe Jiu Jitsu and Grappling Arts

5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews

1808 Piper St Ste 1, Idaho Falls, ID

Ages 5–12

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens No-gi expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

1.4 miles away

Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews

420 Whittier St, Idaho Falls, ID

BJJ gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert, high-level coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly academy

2.4 miles away

All BJJ gyms in Ammon, ID →

Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and member reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this gym? Claim your listing — it's free.