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Vanderson Gomes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · BJJ gym in O'Fallon, Missouri
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
- 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule vandersongomesbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 636-427-1404
Hours
| Monday | 7:30–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Friday | 7–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“As a parent, I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my kids have had at Vanderson Gomes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the exceptional mentorship of Professor Vanderson Gomes.”
“Not only do I feel safe in this space as a woman, but I feel my daughter is safe as well and as a parent that’s invaluable.”
“He is first and foremost a fantastic human being, and is also an internationally known and respected competitor, instructor, and referee.”
“He teaches them how to apply what they learn to real world situations.”
“Professor Gomes has created both a disciplined and family friendly environment for all levels of learning and skill.”
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What members say
“I would recommend Vanderson Gomes BJJ to any parent looking for a great professor and great environment for their kids to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.”
“He is selfless when it comes to his students, and I would encourage anyone to come in and train with him and our welcoming team.”
“My kids have made new friends, developed strong bonds with their fellow teammates, and have become part of a supportive and inclusive martial arts family.”
“He has taught all three of my kids for the last two years and what they have learned is not only great technique in Jiu-Jitsu but valuable life skills and lessons.”
“The kids love the various games he uses to keep the sessions fun.”
“He is first and foremost a fantastic human being, and is also an internationally known and respected competitor, instructor, and referee.”
From the reviews
I've trained with Professor Vanderson Gomes for the last 5 years, and 10 years total. He is first and foremost a fantastic human being, and is also an internationally known and respected competitor, instructor, and referee.
I was referred to Professor Vanderson from a friend whose kids train with him and had raved about his school after having a bad experience at a prior school. Our experience has been nothing but phenomenal. We send our four kids (ages 4-10) to train with him. He is patient with the kids and thorough in his explanations.
My boys have been training with Professor Gomes for 3 years now and they absolutely LOVE it! Professor Gomes not only teaches kids, but he empowers them and gives them confidence! He knows what it takes to be competitive because he still competes himself!
Vanderson is a wonderful Professor and teacher. He has taught all three of my kids for the last two years and what they have learned is not only great technique in Jiu-Jitsu but valuable life skills and lessons. He has great patience, compassion and makes class a very enjoyable learning environment.
New to BJJ? Start at Vanderson Gomes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Vanderson Gomes 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 Vanderson Gomes 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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