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San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · BJJ gym in San Antonio, Texas
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 4–13) — 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 sajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 210-693-9979
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Friday | 5:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“At their school you will find a welcoming environment for kids and adults.”
“I was looking for a safe environment as a woman to learn Jiu Jitsu and i found one I love so much I have to share.”
“Today, I visited the facility for an after-Thanksgiving open mat.”
“My goal was to learn a self defense style that I could use to protect myself and my family.”
“The mats are all brand new, they have a new built bathroom that even has a shower if you get super sweaty.”
Other martial arts here
“Carl Cline, is a former MMA title holder and currently a competitive black belt in Jiu-Jitsu.”
What members say
“I can’t say enough great things about San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy and the incredible coaching staff.”
“The environment was very welcoming and friendly, the academy was super clean, and the instruction was top notch.”
“My child is happy to be a student of the teachings and we look forward to remaining a part of the SA Jui-Jitsu Academy family.”
“They have a different coach every evening but the technique theme is the same for the week so people have time to improve that area.”
“I've seen a significant boost in my son's confidence and physical fitness since he started.”
“The coaches have not only helped him improve his skills but have also built up his confidence and passion for the sport.”
From the reviews
I was looking for a program to start my 8 year old and I couldn't have come across a better program than the San Antonio Jui-Jitsu Academy. The instructors have every individual childs best interests in mind in their development and growth. The instructors add discipline with a mixture of fun in the curriculum.
I joined this location recently and it's absolutely amazing. They also have kids classes and I've been bringing my son. The mats are all brand new, they have a new built bathroom that even has a shower if you get super sweaty.
I was looking for a safe environment as a woman to learn Jiu Jitsu and i found one I love so much I have to share. They are of course inclusive to everyone. Whether it’s kids or adult classes it’s worth everything. San Antonio Jiu Jitsu academy is fantastic!
Beautiful gym, amazing instructors and great location! Highly recommended for both children and adults.
New to BJJ? Start at San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy 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 San Antonio Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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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