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Strong Arm Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.8 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Corpus Christi, Texas
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Website & schedule strong-jiu-jitsu.customnet.site — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 361-548-2570
The classes they run
“The kids classes are awesome my kids love going it teaches them self discipline and self defense and promotes antibullying.”
“Whether your goal is to actively compete in Jiu Jitsu or MMA events, or just to personally challenge yourself Strong Arm is a great place to start your journey.”
“The kids classes are awesome my kids love going it teaches them self discipline and self defense and promotes antibullying.”
“They are so encouraging, welcoming, and show techniques for all levels of Jiu jitsu.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether your goal is to actively compete in Jiu Jitsu or MMA events, or just to personally challenge yourself Strong Arm is a great place to start your journey.”
“Along with a variety of other classes like MMA, Wrestling, Judo & Tkd.”
“They also gave a wrestling program which is top notch coached by a top 5 ranked wrestler!”
What members say
“Justin Barker and Lisa Barker are great instructors and everyone at the gym is nice, respectful and willing to teach you.”
“We’ve been members of this family for about 1 1/2 years; and make no mistake, this is a very welcoming and accepting family.”
“Coach Justin Barker and his wife, Lisa create an inclusive and warm environment, they and the other Strong Arm members have become part of our family.”
“Kids are showed discipline, self respect, accountability as well as great technique and skill.”
“The kids classes are awesome my kids love going it teaches them self discipline and self defense and promotes antibullying.”
“Whether your goal is to actively compete in Jiu Jitsu or MMA events, or just to personally challenge yourself Strong Arm is a great place to start your journey.”
From the reviews
We love Strong Arm! The Jiu-Jitsu classes helped my son develop confidence, focus and a competitive edge. Along with a variety of other classes like MMA, Wrestling, Judo & Tkd. All the professors, coaches and instructors are professional, patient and kind.
Head coach Justin Barker & his wife Lisa run a great program here. Everyone from the lowest to the highest ranking are all professional and friendly; they'll teach you as much as you're willing to learn. It's a family run school and great for kids. Expect to work hard and meet good people
Positive atmosphere, friendly self discipline instructors willing to do as much as they can to building the best version of oneself.
Strong Arm Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been an incredible blessing for me and my grandson. Is it easy: Absolutely not, but very rewarding. We’ve been members of this family for about 1 1/2 years; and make no mistake, this is a very welcoming and accepting family.
New to BJJ? Start at Strong Arm Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Strong Arm 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.
Your first BJJ class at Strong Arm 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.
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