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XMNS Jiu Jitsu Academy
5 ★★★★★ 71 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Scottsdale, Arizona
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 ximenesbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (623) 323-1117
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 AM, 9–10 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 9–10 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–7 AM, 9–10 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday | 9–10 AM, 4:30–8 PM |
| Friday | 6–7 AM, 9–10 AM, 4:30–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter has attended classes with Thiago and George since she was three (about a year and a half).”
“The higher belts don’t just beat up the lower belts and Thiago treats the world champ competitor the same as the person there on their first day.”
“Whether you’re looking to try something new, learn self defense, or become a better competitor this gym is a great option.”
“They do all levels from beginner to black belt.”
Other martial arts here
“Excellent world class instruction in jiu jitsu and judo.”
What members say
“Excellent world class instruction in jiu jitsu and judo.”
“The higher belts don’t just beat up the lower belts and Thiago treats the world champ competitor the same as the person there on their first day.”
“I’ve been with Thiago close to 10 years and during that time being a part of watching the gym grow with high level talent but also respect and a true element of family.”
“Their instructions are explained and demonstrated in detail for both adults and kids’ classes.”
“The kids program is top notch and the instruction is fantastic.”
“The higher belts don’t just beat up the lower belts and Thiago treats the world champ competitor the same as the person there on their first day.”
From the reviews
Started martial arts when I was 5 and started grappling when I was 14, I’m 40 now. I’ve trained at the top rated BJJ gyms in the world and can tell you that this gym is and always will be my home. Thiago is a world champ and Olympic level judo champ.
Best place in old town Scottsdale to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! Great instruction and friendly atmosphere. If you’re looking for quality and caring instruction for all ages check them out!
My daughter has attended classes with Thiago and George since she was three (about a year and a half). The instructors are incredible and great with the kids. It’s a very good balance between discipline and allowing the kids to be kids. I could not be happier with the instruction and guidance my daughter has received.
I have been training, teaching, and competing for over 16 years now. I have traveled all over the world and trained in schools from NYC to LA, Barcelona to Zurich and everywhere in between and I can honestly say that Alliance Scottsdale is one of the best BJJ gyms I’ve ever had the privilege to train in.
New to BJJ? Start at XMNS Jiu Jitsu Academy
XMNS Jiu Jitsu Academy 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 XMNS Jiu Jitsu Academy
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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