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The Waves Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brownsville, Texas
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
- 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
- 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 thewavesjja.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 956-350-8186
Hours
| Monday | 12–2 pm, 3–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 12–2 pm, 3–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–2 pm, 3–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 12–2 pm, 3–8 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | 10–11 am |
The classes they run
“We just move to Brownsville and the waves family definitely made us feel welcomed, my son is loving it I love that they have a free trial and no hidden fees.”
“Dropped in for Open Mat, as a 100lb female brown belt, rolling with strangers is always a concern.”
“This is a really special place for you whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner.”
What members say
“Awesome, knowledgeable instructors, fun classes, this gym combines top-notch training with a close-knit, motivating community.”
“I highly recommend Waves Jiu Jitsu for anyone looking to grow in their Jiu Jitsu journey while being part of a welcoming community.”
“We just move to Brownsville and the waves family definitely made us feel welcomed, my son is loving it I love that they have a free trial and no hidden fees.”
“We just move to Brownsville and the waves family definitely made us feel welcomed, my son is loving it I love that they have a free trial and no hidden fees.”
“My son has been attending Gracie Barra for 3 months now and just loves it even show up early to help out”
From the reviews
Incredible facility with top-notch instructors. Professors Tyler, Juan and Miguel are amazing with their craft both in practice and in teaching. Excellent community of students who work hard and empower each other every single day.
Recently spent some time in the Rio Valley. Professor Tyler Bosard and his school allowed me the privilege of training with them while there. Professor Tyler Bosard is a skilled trainer and runs a very good program. This is a great school, very structured, all knowledgeable instructors. They made me feel like family.
Honestly the best place to train... Can't say enough about this place... Environment, facility, TEAM Mates, respectful and meaningful instruction and instructors... Any and all are welcome here...
Great Jiu Jitsu Academy! My kids have learned so much and they love it. Family friendly environment. Excellent instructors. Definitely recommend.
New to BJJ? Start at The Waves Jiu Jitsu Academy
The Waves Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 Waves Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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