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Zingano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
4.9 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Brighton, Colorado
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
- 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
- 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 zinganobjjbrighton.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 303-775-2099
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 4:30–9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | 8–10 am |
The classes they run
“While the Little Ninjas classes have been fantastic for building his fundamentals, the competition class has taken his skills to the next level.”
“My 8-year-old son has been training at Zingano for over two years, attending Little Ninjas on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the competition class on Fridays.”
“My 8-year-old son has been training at Zingano for over two years, attending Little Ninjas on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the competition class on Fridays.”
“I went in with a buddy to check it out for the 1 on 1 trial.”
“This program emphasizes respect, discipline and teamwork, helping my daughters build self-defense skills while boosting their confidence and focus.”
“The beginner program is well put together to ease you into Jiu Jitsu.”
Other martial arts here
“Zingano BJJ Brighton offers an excellent range of day and evening classes for adults in Muay Thai and BJJ, complemented by a fantastic kids program.”
“I've had a great experience with no prior experience in BJJ, wrestling or martial arts of anykind.”
What members say
“The knowledgeable instructors, led by Prof Cory, are dedicated to helping students achieve their goals, whatever they may be.”
“The experienced instructors create a safe and welcoming environment where every child feels valued.”
“From the moment you step in, you're welcomed by a warm and friendly atmosphere, making you feel right at home among the staff and fellow students.”
“The engaging classes strike a perfect balance between technique and enjoyment, and it’s heartwarming to see them form friendships with other passionate students.”
“The 90-minute sessions push the kids physically and mentally, focusing on advanced techniques, strategy, and conditioning to prepare them for real competitions.”
“Zingano BJJ Brighton offers an excellent range of day and evening classes for adults in Muay Thai and BJJ, complemented by a fantastic kids program.”
From the reviews
I have been training at Zingano's for over 4 years now. When I started, Broomfield was the only location they had. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that a new school would be opening in Brighton. The Brighton academy is a great place to train.
I went in with a buddy to check it out for the 1 on 1 trial. Cory worked us through some basics, we signed up that day. Really down to earth good people. Unfortunately after signing up for 6 month contract, some things happened to where I wouldn’t be able to make the times with my new odd schedule.
I have been a member of this gym for about a year now and I am absolutely loving it. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and truly show an interest in each individual's success. I've had a great experience with no prior experience in BJJ, wrestling or martial arts of anykind. Highly recommend
Great experience for my son from the 1st day. The month trial was the perfect time for my son to get addicted. He has had many coaches and all have been great !
New to BJJ? Start at Zingano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Zingano Brazilian Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 Zingano 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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