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Renzo Gracie Corpus Christi | Team Arredondo
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Corpus Christi, Texas
Part of Renzo Gracie Academy
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule renzograciecorpuschristi.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 361-290-9078
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The class had not only my age (23), also kids, and older adults but he had everybody working hard and nonstop.”
“Joining Renzo Gracie BJJ has been a transformative experience for me as a woman.”
“As a woman, it's essential to have the skills to protect myself if the need arises.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or have previous martial arts experience, you'll find a welcoming environment that encourages growth and development.”
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What members say
“Professor Ruben is very knowledgeable and will guide you through all the stages of understanding and learning the basics of Jiu Jitsu.”
“Whether you're a complete beginner or have previous martial arts experience, you'll find a welcoming environment that encourages growth and development.”
“If I said I was overly impressed by Ruben and all the good people at his gym down in Corpus that would be an understatement.”
“Professor Ruben is very knowledgeable and will guide you through all the stages of understanding and learning the basics of Jiu Jitsu.”
“I have been training Jiu Jitsu for the last 10 months @ Renzo Gracie Texas: Team Arredondo.”
“Joining Renzo Gracie BJJ has been a transformative experience for me as a woman.”
From the reviews
Joining Renzo Gracie BJJ has been a transformative experience for me as a woman. After just a few sessions, I feel like I've discovered a whole new level of strength and confidence within myself. Professor Ruben is knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the craft.
I have been training Jiu Jitsu for the last 10 months @ Renzo Gracie Texas: Team Arredondo. Professor Ruben is very knowledgeable and will guide you through all the stages of understanding and learning the basics of Jiu Jitsu. The team is fantastic and I like training with them every week. “Lobo”
My kiddo loves this place! My husband trains there as well. Professor Ruben is a fantastic instructor. My kid can’t wait to go to the 4:30 class on mondays and thursdays
Excellent school! Amazing instructor! Reasonably priced. For beginners and veteran practitioners. 10 out of 10.
New to BJJ? Start at Renzo Gracie Corpus Christi | Team Arredondo
Renzo Gracie Corpus Christi | Team Arredondo 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 Renzo Gracie Corpus Christi | Team Arredondo
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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