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Team Monstro Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · BJJ gym in El Mirage, Arizona
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
- 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule teammonstrobjj.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (623) 755-8205
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 5–7 PM |
| Saturday | 9–10 AM |
| Sunday | 12–1:30 PM |
The classes they run
“Shaq and Andy are very good instructors and run a casual, family-oriented academy that's great for children and a healthy, playful atmosphere for us older grapplers.”
“My son occasionally takes private lessons in boxing and muay Thai taught by Shaq.”
“The classes I've attended resembled more open mats than regimented competition boot camps.”
“Whether you want to get in shape or learn self defense I highly recommend Team Monstro Jiu Jitsu.”
Other martial arts here
“My son occasionally takes private lessons in boxing and muay Thai taught by Shaq.”
“My son occasionally takes private lessons in boxing and muay Thai taught by Shaq.”
What members say
“Great place and great Instructors Clean Local gym with a personal touch and good jitz”
“Shaq and Andy are very good instructors and run a casual, family-oriented academy that's great for children and a healthy, playful atmosphere for us older grapplers.”
“I am so happy my kids grandma found this place for my son!! He loves it and can't wait to go back.”
“Affiliated with Master Fabio Santos from San Diego CA, Andi and Shaq together bring the best of jiu jitsu to each student.”
From the reviews
Whether you are new to jiu jitsu or have been training for years, this is the place to be! From day one my husband and I fell in love with jiu jitsu and Team Monstro. More than a gym, Team Monstro is now family and our 2nd home. We have been training here consistently for two years.
As a globetrotting blue belt, I dropped into this academy while I was staying my parents in Surprise, AZ. I prefer smaller, more casual class sizes so, despite the limited mat space, Team Monstro fit the bill.
Great instructors and great learning environment for all ages. Solid Gracie Lineage and terrific training partners. If you’ve ever considered trying it out then come here. Of course do your research before picking a bjj school. How do you think I ended up here?
A great place for kids and adults! Everyone feels welcomed here and the instructors are very patient with their students.
Your first BJJ class at Team Monstro 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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