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St. Joseph Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Ripley’s Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · BJJ gym in St Joseph, Missouri
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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — 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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule sjbjjmma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (816) 752-3315
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 9:30–11 AM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“He keeps the atmosphere light for the kids, but also does great at teaching them discipline when they start to lose focus.”
“Whether you are looking to improve your self defense capabilities, or just get in better physical shape you will not be disappointed here.”
Other martial arts here
“Has solid college wrestling to go with his black belt in BJJ.”
What members say
“This is an excellent gym -- from the knowledgeable instruction and the welcoming, supportive atmosphere to the incredible people that train there.”
“This is an excellent gym -- from the knowledgeable instruction and the welcoming, supportive atmosphere to the incredible people that train there.”
“Having programs for all ages and a large group of dedicated members who are very supportive and helpful really makes it a great family oriented environment.”
“The coach here is very experienced, HIGHLY knowledgeable, able to coach you through with excellent attention to detail.”
“He keeps the atmosphere light for the kids, but also does great at teaching them discipline when they start to lose focus.”
From the reviews
I've traveled quite a bit and have been to many gyms - St. Joe BJJ is one of the most welcoming gyms I've been to. Coach Deryck is knowledgeable and very fluent with his instruction. The gym has a great vibe and very family-oriented. Children have their own play area while mom and dad get to train!
The coach here is very experienced, HIGHLY knowledgeable, able to coach you through with excellent attention to detail. Patient with students of all different levels. I recommend him and his school to anyone interested in training in this complex and detail oriented art.
Coach Rypley is amazing. Has solid college wrestling to go with his black belt in BJJ. Also a vet of over fifty MMA fights. He taught at my school in Colorado and we've never found another coach like him. I heavily recommend this gym and coach.
Our entire family has trained at SJBJJ for more than three years now. This gym and BJJ have changed our lives for the better.
Your first BJJ class at St. Joseph Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Ripley’s 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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