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Willingham Jiu-Jitsu

4.9 ★★★★★ 10 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Elgin, Texas

BJJ gym Kids & teens

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  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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Hours

Monday 6:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 6:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 6:30–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 am–1 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

BJJ classes on the schedule at Willingham Jiu-Jitsu, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids BJJ 3 mentions

“Have personaly seen him develop young kids into trained fighters and grown ADULTS.”

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From the reviews

Nice environment to roll in . Everyone was so skilled and helpful ...I didn't know who the teacher was ...lol .. really pro and family-friendly environment . Good job and hats off to the teacher there !!! Students were a true reflection of the positive and top-notch attitude that they were all trained with .

★★★★★ — Nathan, Jul 2024

Have personaly seen him develop young kids into trained fighters and grown ADULTS. One of the best trainers in the state of Texas without a doubt. Would never hesitate to call and recommend coach Larry Willingham for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Very committed to his fighters.

★★★★★ — Christina, Dec 2022

Coach Willingham instructs in a manner that appeals to my children. He takes time to get on their level. He's not unnecessarily militaristic, but knows when to put the hammer down and be stern. Excellent experience one month in to training.

★★★★★ — Donovan, Sep 2018

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Your first BJJ class at Willingham 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.

BJJ is a contact sport. Ease in, tap early and often, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Willingham Jiu-Jitsu

218 S Main St, Elgin, TX78621

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