Southside Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

“I’ve been at Southside over a year and a half. Great instruction and coaching. There is a lot of knowledge there. I really like the variety of class times available and the option for gi and no gi classes. Everyone is super friendly and respectful which I feel is important going into an intimidating atmosphere like a jiu jitsu gym. People are cautious about mitigating injuries and watching out for each other. It feels like a community, that is laid back and chill while at the same time focused on improving whether it’s your first day or you’re getting ready for a competition. if you’re interested in starting jiu-jitsu or looking for a new gym, southside is a fantastic place and I would highly recommend checking it out.”

“10/10 Recommend! I've been training here for about 2 years and I love it. You couldn't ask for a better community with a high level of training and coaches that are genuinely invested in your progress. There's nothing better than training on a Friday night after a busy week. I can't stress enough how great the culture is at this gym, especially for women.”

“I've been training No Gi here for a little over 2 years. When I first walked in Professor Enrique was very approachable, humble, and welcoming. He leads with compassion and strength in a way that every martial arts teacher should model. The school has top-tier competitors and grapplers, and all the coaches are excellent instructors. Southside is a model example of a healthy and welcoming school that trains hard.”

“I dropped in to a noon class while visiting the city and had a great experience! Enrique seems like a very knowledgeable coach, and spent time and attention on each student. Everyone there was very welcoming to me and were solid training partners. Very clean mats and facility. I would without question come back to train here.”

“All 3 of my boys attend jiu jitsu at Southside and we absolutely love it. The community is so welcoming, and the coaching is a perfect balance of technique and fun to keep the kids engaged. I can’t imagine a better place for my kids to learn Jiu Jitsu. Highly recommend!”