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Westside BJJ
5 ★★★★★ 20 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Bryant, Arkansas
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
- 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 bryantbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (501) 213-0174
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Best bjj gym in saline county and Westside is the best overall in the state, my two daughters train here and the coaches are great with the kids program!”
“Whether you’re looking to compete and get tough rounds or study at a relaxed pace, this a great gym for any type of student!”
“Highly recommend this gym for anyone, but especially for a beginner That is looking for the proper guidance and path for Brazilian jujitsu.”
What members say
“Highly recommend this gym for anyone, but especially for a beginner That is looking for the proper guidance and path for Brazilian jujitsu.”
“The people here are truly wonderful—everyone is friendly, supportive, and eager to help you grow in your jiu-jitsu journey.”
“Always helpful and open to answer questions, and Owen focuses on the small details of techniques that really bring things together.”
“Best bjj gym in saline county and Westside is the best overall in the state, my two daughters train here and the coaches are great with the kids program!”
“Mats were very clean, bathroom was clean, the lobby area was clean and welcoming.”
From the reviews
The owners and coaches here are super solid people. Highly recommend this gym for anyone, but especially for a beginner That is looking for the proper guidance and path for Brazilian jujitsu. I have trained with the Westside family for half of my life and wouldn’t have it any other way.
My son started training Jiu-jitsu at westside Bryant on the first day they opened. Having never taken Jiu-jitsu before he was somewhat nervous for his first class. That nervous quickly disappeared thanks to the awesome staff, coaches and teammates at westside Bryant.
Best bjj gym in saline county and Westside is the best overall in the state, my two daughters train here and the coaches are great with the kids program! All star coaches for both the kids and adults.
I can't say enough good things about West Side BJJ in Bryant, Arkansas! From the moment I walked through the door, I felt an incredible sense of welcome and community. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it easy for newcomers to feel right at home.
New to BJJ? Start at Westside BJJ
Westside BJJ 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 Westside BJJ
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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