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Velocity Grappling
5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Midlothian, 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
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 4–12) — 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 velocitygrappling.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (972) 885-9371
Hours
| Monday | 9–10 AM, 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Coach Porter was one of my daughters first instructors and he made jiu-jitsu fun while helping her become very skilled at the same time.”
“Coach Porter is very knowledgeable in both No-Gi and Gi Jiu- Jitsu.”
“Thanks to his guidance, my daughter brought home a gold medal!”
Other martial arts here
“I’m proud to see him branching out and creating Velocity here in Midlothian because it’s exactly the kind of jiu jitsu and wrestling this town needs.”
What members say
“I’m truly grateful to have such an amazing coach who has helped shape me both on and off the mats.”
“His attention to detail and dedication to every student make training with him both challenging and rewarding.”
“He has coached me several times and has increased my leg lock game which helped me win a couple competitions.”
“Jimmy doesn’t just teach technique—he teaches discipline, confidence, and respect.”
From the reviews
Maybe I’m a little biased, but Coach Jimmy Porter is truly the best! He’s an incredible coach and an even better person, extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. Thanks to his guidance, my daughter brought home a gold medal!
Porter has had an incredible impact on my jiu jitsu journey, guiding me with patience, knowledge, and genuine care. From the very beginning, he has pushed me to go beyond my limits and believe in my potential. His attention to detail and dedication to every student make training with him both challenging and rewarding.
Mr Porter has been a coach for my boys for more then 8 years and has made a huge impact on their lives he’s been nothing but the best , patient , knowledgeable and a truly dedicated to his students . I’m so proud of him for opening his own Jiu-jitsu academy and I Highly recommend him .
Porter is a wonderful Coach with tons of grappling knowledge! I have always enjoyed my time on the mat and constant learning from Coach Porter! From kids to adults, he can teach them all!
Your first BJJ class at Velocity Grappling
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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