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Zoo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 47 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Missoula, Montana
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
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule zoobjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (406) 229-1332
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–5:15 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12 PM, 4–4:45 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–5:15 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 12–1 PM |
The classes they run
“He’s great with kids and he’s teaching my two young children how to be marshal artists.”
“Coach Bob has a pretty laid back style, but he will push you hard it your getting ready for a tournament or just wish to challenge yourself.”
“Zoo BJJ classes are always fun, and provide excellent instruction for sport jiujitsu and self defense!”
“Zoo BJJ is the perfect place to either start your BJJ journey as a beginner, or to take your game to the next level if you have experience.”
What members say
“Excellent instructor, great welcoming atmosphere, steady improvement can be seen in everyone attending.”
“Zoo BJJ is the perfect place to either start your BJJ journey as a beginner, or to take your game to the next level if you have experience.”
“The people and atmosphere are very welcoming, and Bob has the experience, patience, and skill to make BJJ accessible to anyone at any level.”
“Since joining Bob and the crew at Zoo BJJ, I have lost 45 pounds.”
“Coach Bob has a pretty laid back style, but he will push you hard it your getting ready for a tournament or just wish to challenge yourself.”
“It’s great for staying in shape, self defense, mental focus, and living your best life.”
From the reviews
Just try it! I was a little anxious to start a martial arts class at my age (44). The Professor and my classmates made me feel welcome from the first few minutes I was in the gym. The learning process can be slow but you can see improvement with each class.
Since joining Bob and the crew at Zoo BJJ, I have lost 45 pounds. I cannot think of any higher praise than that. If you are looking for a place to get in shape, learn a skill, and make some new friends, there is not a better place to go than here!
Starting a new hobby (especially a martial art) can be intimidating. This gym couldn't be more welcoming to new/visiting students;e is very friendly and excited to help out. The quality of instruction is the best in the area--Bob is a great coach with a great game.
Iv'e been training here for 2 years now and I'm addicted. If your looking for a place to train Jiu Jitsu, definitely check out Zoo BJJ. Coach Bob has a pretty laid back style, but he will push you hard it your getting ready for a tournament or just wish to challenge yourself.
New to BJJ? Start at Zoo Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Zoo 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 Zoo 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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