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Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
4.9 ★★★★★ 131 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Plano, 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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sharpenironacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 214-227-7111
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 3:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 3:30–8:45 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 3:45–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 3:30–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:55 am–1:30 pm, 4:45–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It's clear that they care deeply about the students' progress and development, fostering an environment where kids feel encouraged and motivated.”
“The jiu-jitsu classes are amazing, and the real highlight for me has been the women’s classes.”
“Whether you're looking for basic self-defense skills or if you're looking for a great and supportive competition team, SIA is it!”
“Whether you're looking for basic self-defense skills or if you're looking for a great and supportive competition team, SIA is it!”
“As a beginner last year, I was welcomed and felt at home day 1.”
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What members say
“Professor Henrique and Sarah do a great job running this gym and have grown the program to be one of the most competitive in the area.”
“From the very first class, the coach made me feel completely comfortable and right at home I’m so grateful for this amazing team!”
“Whether you're looking for basic self-defense skills or if you're looking for a great and supportive competition team, SIA is it!”
“They not only teach the students essential techniques and skills but also make sure they have a great time in the process.”
“But what truly sets SIA apart is its extraordinary kids program.”
“Whether you're looking for basic self-defense skills or if you're looking for a great and supportive competition team, SIA is it!”
From the reviews
If you want.... 1. To learn self-defense for you or your child 2. To lose weight 3. To get stronger physically and mentally 4. To be surrounded by a great community of families that will support you... If so, you are in the right place. Many want to compete and many just want to be active and learn self-defense.
Nestled in West Plano - Sharpen Iron Academy stands as a beacon of excellence in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. From the moment you enter, the friendly staff welcomes you to SIA; setting the tone for an exceptional experience. The clean and well-organized space reflects the commitment to excellence that defines the academy.
Training at this Jiu-Jitsu academy has been an incredible experience. From day one, I was very well received, with a welcoming and respectful environment from both the instructors and the students.
My son started jiu jitsu a year ago at another facility. He loved the sparring and competing with his team. At his first tournament I was amazed at the moves the other gyms were doing. During the tournament I had several interactions with the families from SIA.
New to BJJ? Start at Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA 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 Sharpen Iron Academy - SIA
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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