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Sergio Penha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Las Vegas, Nevada

BJJ gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule sergiopenha.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 702-217-0870

Hours

Monday 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–12 pm, 5:30–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–12 pm, 5:30–8 pm
Friday 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–8 pm
Saturday 9:30 am–2 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 Sergio Penha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 13 mentions

“Stopped in with my son to try a kids class while on vacation and I have to say, they are professional, friendly and have a great family vibe.”

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💪 Women's BJJ

“As a woman weighing less than 130 lbs, I was unsure if it was a good idea to visit the academy.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“I've seen many of his students at all levels roll/spar and everything is at a high level of skill and energy.”

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Other martial arts here

BJJ gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Sergio Penha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“It is also only a matter of time before Eduardo is in the UFC boasting an undefeated professional MMA career where he utilizes his BJJ.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want MMA, muay thai, or wrestling alongside your BJJ, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 46 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, high-level coaching 2 mentions

“The kids are given opportunity to train hard and have fun with world class instruction!”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 9 mentions

“Sergio, his instructors and students are all very friendly, welcoming and very tough!”

🤝 no-ego, friendly academy 16 mentions

“I’ve been training for 11 years and own 3 academies myself, Ferreira Family Fight Academy in Northern California.”

📘 strong technique & fundamentals 8 mentions

“Duda is a Black Belt and 2x All American wrestler who preaches discipline and technique combined with effort and good attitudes.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“As a woman weighing less than 130 lbs, I was unsure if it was a good idea to visit the academy.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 6 mentions

“BJJ is full contact and I'm constantly out of my comfort zone but I'm in a controlled environment with some great BJJ practitioners who help me get better.”

From the reviews

Great place to learn Brazilian jujitsu ! Also a great place to take your kids .. Also if your old like me ... I highly recommend this dojo!! And train with a legend of bjj.. .You want to learn Brazilian jujitsu .. You see this is directly from the source... So he knows so much detail so much moves ..

★★★★★ — Edward, Aug 2023

This is by far the best BJJ gym in Vegas. You will not get the attention to detail and amazing technique anywhere else at all. This is a family environment, and extremely welcoming as well. They hold true to their values, which is something very rare these days.

★★★★★ — Barb, Sep 2024

I came to Vegas on vacation from MI & wanted to train at a new gym, as I'm sure many of us jiu jitsu guys & gals do. Sergio Penha's gym welcomed me with open arms. They taught me a new loop choke & a great escape from bottom side. If you're coming to Vegas, get in a class here!

★★★★★ — D, Oct 2022

Was traveling in the area and was allowed to drop in for a class. Was not initially able to get in touch by phone but showed up and was welcomed with open arms. Had a great lesson from Richard and look forward to visiting again when back in Vegas.

★★★★★ — Jeremy, Sep 2023

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New to BJJ? Start at Sergio Penha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Sergio Penha 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first BJJ class at Sergio Penha 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 Sergio Penha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

3904 Schiff Dr, Las Vegas, NV89103

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