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The Woodlands Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Kerrville, 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
- 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 woodlandsjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 830-459-5455
Hours
| Monday | 6:30–7:15 am, 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–7:15 am, 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30–7:15 am, 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–7:15 am, 11:30 am–12:30 pm, 5:15–8 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–12:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We live in Georgia, and when traveling our kids like to visit different bjj schools.”
“If you live anywhere in the vicinity of his school and want to learn real life self defense, look no further than The Woodlands Jiu Jitsu.”
“Would highly recommend to both beginners looking to get into the sport and those with experience looking to improve.”
Other martial arts here
“I really appreciate that the school also offers Muay Thai training.”
What members say
“Coach Matt is very knowledgeable and takes a lot of time working individually with his students.”
“Would highly recommend to both beginners looking to get into the sport and those with experience looking to improve.”
“What an incredible place with humble people, and a patient caring coach, who makes sure that you are learning at a pace that you can understand.”
“He is patient and provides detailed instruction that makes the learning process less intimidating.”
“Coach Cody has years of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experience both in competition and teaching.”
“The staff takes great pride in the mats staying clean, which is not always the case with some schools.”
From the reviews
My kids and I love this place. Coach Cody and his wife Raven are admirable warm-hearted kind people. Cody is devoted to each of his students. He truly care’s in helping his students reach their full potential.
We visit the Woodlands BJJ Academy every time we are in town. We live in Georgia, and when traveling our kids like to visit different bjj schools. The head instructor, Cody, is great with the kids. He is also super knowledgeable with technique. He has went above and beyond to welcome our son and daughter.
As a newbie to jiu jitsu i appreciate Coach Cody so much! His down-to-earth, personal, and welcoming nature has made the experience amazing! He is patient and provides detailed instruction that makes the learning process less intimidating.
Walking into the class for the first time I was beyond nervous, I wasn’t athletic, I’m shy, and it was all new. Cody and the whole family at Woodlands immediate made me feel at home. I’ve learned so much in the little times I’ve been there and I have found a new love in life. I recommend everyone to give it a try!
New to BJJ? Start at The Woodlands Jiu Jitsu
The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands 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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