Brazil-021 Houston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Self-Defense

“I've been training here for a little over 7 years, my son has trained here a bit over 4 years. Hands down the best place to learn jiu jitsu. Very amicable and friendly environment. Have met some great people and now lifelong friends! Everytime I get on the mats the stress and daily worries fade away. At that time is just my mind and body working to better myself. Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from a true BJJ Black Belt.”

“I started training here about a year ago as a beginner. My husband and daughter train here also but are more advanced than me. It has been a positive experience so far. The school is very community oriented with helpful and attentive staff, excellent communication and fair pricing. The facility is clean and well maintained. Professor Marcos is excellent. He explains things clearly and with context and tailors each week and class so that each student gets to develop his or her skills and be challenged without getting overwhelmed. He provides positive reinforcement but also tough love which is needed. As a beginner, I really appreciated the friendly culture at Brazil-021 and I felt a part of a really great group of people from the beginning. You won't be intimidated or feel like you have to fit in here. If you are interested in competing, you will be fully supported but you also don't have to if it isn't your thing. There is room for everyone at any level. I look forward to going to every class during the week and developing myself and my skills but also getting to have fun. Ju Jitsu is such a wonderful discipline with far too many benefits to name in this post. Needless to say, it doesn't matter what your age is, your gender or your current fitness level, you can benefit from Ju Jitsu and Brazil-021 is the best option in the Houston area.”

“I started out as a dad who just came to watch his kids train here. I eventually got sucked in after telling my son how he should handle his training partners, and him replying to me that “it’s not that easy why don’t you do it.” Okay challenge accepted. He’s right it’s not easy, but Professor Marcos and Sydney have created a welcoming non-meathead type of Jiu-Jitsu Academy. I mean non-meathead in the best of ways as injuries and lifestyle are considered when you train. As a 40+ yr old man I can’t afford to be injured. I’ve felt that everyone who trains here is genuine in trying to improve their skills and very helpful in trying to help you improve as well. Professor Marcos and Syndey have created an atmosphere and community that is very conducive to learning. I have also learned many life lessons after training here for the last 6 months. A great place to “roll.””

“Perfect place to be. It’s not only an academy, it’s a family! Congratulations professor Marcos, you had build the best academy in Houston! The atmosphere is great. It was a pleasure to be with you and bring my boy. Thank you very much for the reception! Hope to see you soon. RECOMMEND 100%. Bring your family here. Do not waist more time. Jiu jitsu is a lifestyle. When you get in you will never come back. I bet! Great time we have here! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻”

“My son has been training at Brazil 021 since the beginning of 2024. The coaches are friendly and very attentive with all the kids. Even if a student is not a high level competitor, I see the coaches still give them just as much attention and it’s clear they want all the students to grow as people and as Jiu Jitsu practitioners. The environment in both children and adult classes is very friendly and welcoming. Both my son and I have made a lot of new friends here and I feel very fortunate to have found such a great place for him to train at. I belong to a different team, but I always have a great time at Open Mat sessions here and all the students share knowledge with me when we train. It’s particularly fun to roll with Coach Gavin or Professor Marcos, who wreck me and make me question my existence on the mat. And magically, nothing is ever injured but my pride 😂 Whether you are looking to be an active competitor, want to learn self defense, or just want a fun way to get some exercise, you absolutely will find it at Brazil 021.”