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The Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Arvada
5 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Arvada, Colorado
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 (ages 5) — 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
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule arvadajiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 720-549-0774
Hours
| Monday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12:30 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–12:30 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12:30 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The kids’ classes are exceptionally well run—combining skilled instruction, great cardio, and plenty of fun in every session.”
“It is a more sport/tournament oriented school from my experience but I only attended one class so that isn't to say that all classes are such.”
“Thanks to their flexible schedule, we were able to fit in a class and an open mat session, alongside all the touristy things we wanted to do.”
“Overall 10/10, would recommend to anyone looking to do well in tournaments or anyone from a self-defense oriented school looking for some variety.”
“The academy is a great place to train, whether you are brand new or experienced.”
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What members say
“Very knowledgeable instruction, very competent and capable students, clean facility, and everyone I met was beyond nice and welcoming.”
“Very knowledgeable instruction, very competent and capable students, clean facility, and everyone I met was beyond nice and welcoming.”
“Very knowledgeable instruction, very competent and capable students, clean facility, and everyone I met was beyond nice and welcoming.”
“The Fundamentals class is fantastic and is nicely scheduled for professionals (like myself) who can take advantage morning classes.”
“Very knowledgeable instruction, very competent and capable students, clean facility, and everyone I met was beyond nice and welcoming.”
“Very knowledgeable instruction, very competent and capable students, clean facility, and everyone I met was beyond nice and welcoming.”
From the reviews
My bf and I trained at the Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Arvada while on vacation. This is a nice, clean facility with lots of classes on the schedule to choose from. Thanks to their flexible schedule, we were able to fit in a class and an open mat session, alongside all the touristy things we wanted to do.
I started training here in October of 2021. I'm 50+ years old and never taking a martial arts classes in my life. Six months (and 20 lbs lighter) later I attend a minimum of two classes per week and am committed to getting my next belt.
This place is legit. I was welcomed the minute I walked in there. Focus on technique, strategy, and truly understanding the why behind every move and position. This isn’t a place chasing the latest flashy trend from social media — it’s real, thoughtful jiu-jitsu taught with purpose and depth.
My 11-year-old nephew was visiting for a few weeks over the summer and needed a place to train. I found The Academy online, met with Professor Rob and Coach Lizzy, and took him to his first class that evening.
New to BJJ? Start at The Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Arvada
The Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Arvada 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 The Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Arvada
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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