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Rebel Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Eagan, Minnesota
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 1–3) — 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
- Website & schedule rebeljiujitsumn.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (952) 994-5719
The classes they run
“He was always ready to answer my questions, coach me at tournaments and spent extra time in classes to help me develop my jiu jitsu game.”
“I live an hour from here but travel up here every Saturday I have available for the open mat, it’s a blast!”
“Tim has amazing jiu jitsu fundamentals, self defense knowledge and a mindset to continually evolve his jiu jitsu.”
“As a beginner, I was scared to take that first step (starting Jiu jitsu) and Tim and the Rebel family has welcomed me with open arms!”
“The lobby has multiple outlets for parents to work while watching their kid.”
Other martial arts here
“I've always liked mixed martial arts and on a whim I walked into RJJ and the owner, Tim, was very welcoming and invited both myself and my co-worker to stop by for a trial class.”
What members say
“The trial class was great because I never felt intimated, they were welcoming, and the instructor had a high level of patience for my inexperience practicing BJJ.”
“I've always liked mixed martial arts and on a whim I walked into RJJ and the owner, Tim, was very welcoming and invited both myself and my co-worker to stop by for a trial class.”
“I've always liked mixed martial arts and on a whim I walked into RJJ and the owner, Tim, was very welcoming and invited both myself and my co-worker to stop by for a trial class.”
“It's more than just learning techniques for me — it’s a path of self-development, and I’m grateful to have started it here.”
“He was always ready to answer my questions, coach me at tournaments and spent extra time in classes to help me develop my jiu jitsu game.”
“Been training over a decade, Tim and his team is knowledgeable, friendly, and the gym is super clean!”
From the reviews
Rebel Jiu Jitsu is fantastic! Owner and head instructor Tim Blackstone is a phenomenal teacher, coach, and leader. The facility is top notch with beautiful mat space and a user-friendly setup that includes amenities such as a viewing area with countertop and USB ports, shower, and roomy changing areas.
I have been extremely fortunate to train at Rebel JiuJitsu with some of the best individuals the world has to offer. Tim, (owner and instructor) has created a safe and welcoming environment that promotes hard training as well as mental and physical growth.
I've been training at this gym for close to a year now, and I can honestly say it's been a lot of fun... even in the humbling moments. For years, I kept hearing about the benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from podcasts, especially from people like Joe Rogan and Jocko Willink, as well as from a friend of mine in Arizona.
I've only had great experiences at Rebel Jiu Jitsu! I've always liked mixed martial arts and on a whim I walked into RJJ and the owner, Tim, was very welcoming and invited both myself and my co-worker to stop by for a trial class.
New to BJJ? Start at Rebel Jiu Jitsu
Rebel 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 Rebel 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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