Nova Mente Jiu Jitsu Academy

"This gym is something special. From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed with genuine warmth—even as a visitor from another school. The open mats are consistently filled with enthusiastic, experienced people who make every round worth it. Troy and his crew of coaches are the real deal—authentic, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. Easily one of the best Jiujitsu schools in Colorado. If you’re looking to learn, grow, and train with good people, this is the place."

"Absolutely love training at this BJJ gym! It strikes the perfect balance between being beginner-friendly and offering tough, technical rolls for more experienced players. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and push you to improve. What really makes it stand out, though, is the community—super welcoming, supportive, and full of good vibes. Easily one of the best places to train and grow in Jiu Jitsu."

"I've been a member for over 5 years, a Nova blue belt nowadays, and it has been incredible. There was an owner change in in 2020 when Dylan moved out of state and Troy took over as head coach and owner and I honestly cannot see myself making any other gym my home. For beginners and the like, the coaches and team are super friendly, incredibly helpful, and just all-around good people. You don't have to worry about being thrown into a pit of wolves or needing some kind of pre-training or even the need to be "fit" or athletic. From say one, you'll be guided through a welcoming process that will have you feeling better physically (and mentally) while making noticeable strides into a martial art regardless of your background. For experienced practitioners, Troy is a legit blackbelt with not only loads of pro and amateur competition matches, but is well known and respected among the greater jiu jitsu community. He's liked among his Denver peers and calls some of the biggest names in jiu-jitsu his friends (just see the folks he's brought to do seminars over the last few years). This is the perfect gym to step back in or make your new BJJ home. Overall, I feel super lucky to have found Nova as my starting gym and I honestly feel nothing but empathy and sorrow for the folks who've had bad experiences at other BJJ gyms. This one is leagues above the rest in most every area you can rank a jiu jitsu gym. You should try it, you won't regret it."

"Nove Mente is always a good time. Very efficient in their instructions and always has a good vibe. What I like most about this gym is that it is always clean and organized. The staff is amazing as well."