We have been doing Jiu Jitsu here for years. We love coach…read moreCarlos. The gym is big and clean. I believe jiu jitsu is the best self defense martial art I could have enrolled my kids in. We do a lot of after school activities and sports. This is the one sport we do year round and that I hope my kids continue to do for a long time to come.

Switch to Aries East Mesa it has more useful training skills and nicer coaches and I'll make you…read moreway happier

We appreciate the tactful and efficient coaching styles. Their focus on precise technique and…read morethoughtful guidance makes learning both challenging and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve their skills in a supportive environment.

My experience of mistreatment and injury For context, I have…read moremy blue belt in BJJ, so the martial art is not new to me. I am more than a beginner but certainly not an expert. I am also aware that injuries happen, it's a martial art after all. However, I am also aware that experienced black belt instructors are not supposed to be reckless and hurt students. I am writing this review to warn others about the conduct I experienced at this gym. Conduct that appeared to me to be condoned and enabled by others. During my very first time rolling with Coach Ramsey Green, my clavicle was snapped into 3 pieces and I had to have surgery the next week to install a metal plate and 10 screws. This injury occurred less than a minute into the rolling session, which is normally about 5 minutes. When at his first two attempts he could not take me down, I sensed he lost his temper and became frustrated. He then aggressively took me down on my side and SLAMMED his body weight onto my opposite shoulder, causing serious injury. This is a ridiculous display of immaturity and ego that this gym claims to be against. Never in my 3+ years training in BJJ have I dealt with a coach so blatantly immature and aggressive. After getting home from the ER, I called the women's black belt coach, who happened to be there at the time of incident, to update her. During this call, she admitted that she had concerns about Ramsey herself, but was afraid to take them to anyone. She would jokingly say things like everyone has a "Ramsey arm" from being arm-barred too aggressively. And that Ramsey would have "revenge rolls" with others in class if he felt he didn't beat them on a previous roll. All this told me that his behavior was being enabled at least by her, and very likely the owner and other instructors as well. When I told the owner, Paul Nava, what happened, he made no efforts to assure me something like this would not happen at his gym again. There was no offer of support in any way and no offer of action to prevent this from happening again. His response was that Ramsey was given a "talking to." Whatever that meant, it certainly did not mean he was suspended from teaching in any way. To my second point: this gym boasts that they are all about supporting women in BJJ, however, when I brought the concerns to the women in a WhatsApp chat, I was immediately blocked from it. It became very clear to me that they were going to protect him and his reputation, not validate any of my concerns. I absolutely love BJJ with a passion, and I will not allow one reckless instructor to prevent me from continuing to train, but I will never train here again and I do not recommend it to anyone else. Sadly, I really enjoyed training here initially and thought I had made friends, but their response to my injury was a complete betrayal of my trust and extremely hurtful. If you are looking to train in BJJ, find a good gym that makes safety a priority, and does not just look the other way when a student is seriously injured. The very least a gym can do is to ensure that every student, no matter what rank, is practicing in a safe environment.

At 63 years old (just hit 64- at the time of this review) and powering through the ups and downs of…read moreCerebral Ataxia- shrinkage of the brain stem, causing balance issues- I have learned to persevere through virtually any challenge that comes my way. (Carlson Gracie) Jiu Jitsu has been my strength and inspiration for many years now. It's what keeps me happy, reasonably healthy, humble and grounded.

Here you'll find competition training and a family atmosphere combined. Who could ask for a better…read moreoutcome? My kids and husband have been training here for six years. We love it. The coaches are invested in each individual person's well-being. This is competition type training, though. Not a daycare. Not a place to get New belt every month and go home with a trophy. It's for serious kids and adults only. When you join this team, you also join the family.

9/5/26- first class and what a success. Parker of course said, "I don't want to help Hadley with…read moreher class"! Well, she has no choice since I wasn't feeling the best. Per her usual she loved being here. Hadley was hyped from the minute she put on her pink uniform. Hoping Parker will sign up too but I think she's like her Mom, a cheerleader at heart. Back to Gracie Barra Ocotillo- clean facility, shockingly smells great.. most gyms of this caliber do NOT, irregardless of how clean it is. Loved our instructor Sophie, she's awesome and everyone is so attracted to her energy.. Hadley said, "wow, Mom, she just knows everyone"! Her eyes said she already loves her too!! So grateful we walked in and signed up without a trial class... today is actually just that. Thank you all, it's been a beautiful and blessed or lucky Saturday. Your call but they're all synonyms to me... nice to meet you and your family!! #missouri/california good luck in October.... You got this!!

Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu Ocotillo is truly something special…read more From the moment we walked in, we could tell this wasn't just another martial arts gym it was a family. The coaches genuinely care about every student who walks through the door, and you can feel that every single class. Coach Lucas, in particular, goes above and beyond. He doesn't just teach Jiu-Jitsu; he builds confidence, discipline, and respect in his students. He takes the time to connect with the kids on a personal level, and it's clear he's passionate about helping them grow both on and off the mat. Our daughter absolutely loves going, she looks forward to every class and is always excited to show us what she's learned. The positive, encouraging environment has helped her blossom. We're already planning for our youngest to join soon too! If you're looking for a place that combines world-class Jiu-Jitsu instruction with a truly caring, family-friendly atmosphere, Gracie Barra Ocotillo is the place. Couldn't recommend it more highly!

I just recently moved to Arizona, and I wanted to find a gym that would be an absolute perfect fit…read morefor me and my goals... and I have to say Jay's gym has hit every nail on the head. Honestly, overall I was looking for a fun & friendly environment where I can get state of the art instruction and help me grow both as an athlete and as someone who loves the sport. Jay's gym has it all, and I guarantee you this place will be a perfect fit for you whether you are a hobbyist or an elite competitor looking for some tough rolls, or if you are looking for a family friendly environment to train for you & your loved ones. Absolutely 100% recommend this place, and thank you Jay Pages for being so welcoming and accommodating! P.S. The facility is AWESOME!!!

If there was a choice to give this place more than 5 stars I would place it to the max! I highly…read morerecommend training here. The atmosphere gives more of a family feel than just a business feel. Jay, the team, and the rest of the coaches treat you as if you are blood related. It's always a good vibe here and so much more to learn as well as many opportunities this gym has to offer from Belt advancements to sponsorships to competitions and more! Not only does this place give a family feel to the environment, but the people you train with are awesome as well! If you are new, you can join the beginners class. But even if you want more of a challenge and are new, you will be taught in hard sparring as well. I've made some friends in this school as well. If y'all want to learn the martial arts as well as grow within this community, this is definitely the place to go to.

Did a drop in since I was out of town from my normal gym. Very welcoming place, great facility and…read morebest of all solid instruction with some great rolls!

Decided to visit based on a recommendation from an acquaintance. Knowledgeable instructors, a lot…read moreof upper belts, overall good rolls.

I cant stop going! Its too good of a way to stay in shape, learn a valuable skill, and have a great…read moretime all in one. I started with combatives/krav maga in 2019 and still go at least twice per week. This class offers a unique take on practical self defense and the coach is phenomenal. Have also done MMA, kickboxing, and BJJ classes here, also full of great people and fantastic coaches. Worth the drive from Gilbert for me; and worth checking out!

The owner and instructors are great! Friendly and very willing to help anyone of any level. They…read morego out of their way to make sure everyone succeeds. Would definitely recommend Faction!!

I come in for open mat on Sundays. Prof Jimi's was very welcoming and the people that train on…read moreSunday am are very friendly. I really enjoy the rolls, but unfortunately I'm moving out of area and will miss the people here a lot. I highly recommend to train here!

We love Gracie Jiu Jitsu Mesa! My daughter has been taking classes for almost a year and has grown…read moreso much in her skills, but more importantly in her self-discipline and her confidence. She loves being part of this community and her teachers have been so supportive and encouraging of her development.

Fantastic gym. I wanted to get my boys into a grappling art and decided to try the gym out as it…read morewas close to us. It's been great! Myself, my wife, and my three boys (5, 8, and 11) have now been training BJJ here for a year. Prof. Lutrario is such a great teacher, and the environment and community are exactly what I was looking for - encouraging, educational, and friendly, full of people eager to help each other. There aren't a bunch of egos, just people looking to make themselves and their training partners better fighters and people. If you're looking for a BJJ gym in the Gilbert/Queen Creek area, definitely come roll with us!

It's been two years since I joined this gym. I didn't think I'd get hooked but I did. Had it not…read morebeen for the professors and students being so patient and encouraging I probably wouldn't have lasted. Everyone looks out for each other and the camaraderie is a big bonus. I've been an athlete all my life and have never been more fit, mentally, physically, etc.

Everyone wants to be a badass at some point, don't they? I had been wanting to get back into…read moremartial arts for some time. Since AZ Combat Sports offers new students a free first class, I joined Ms. Official Badass Grace O. in an evening hour-long Muay Thai session of punching, pivoting and sweating. After filling out the necessary paperwork (A form basically saying don't sue them If you get hurt practicing, etc.), I was given a tour, and introduced to many cool and experienced students in BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-jitsu), MMA, and Muay Thai. The class started with some cardio (Jump rope), then moved on to stretching and some muscle strength exercises. Since everyone else was not a newbie, the assistant instructor then gave me an individualized intro class where I learned the basics of punching while the others practiced kicks and punches with a partner. Since I used to take kenpo, a lot of the muscle memory I've retained doesn't fit into the style of Muay Thai fighting, at least where striking and hand movements are concerned. The instructor was patient though as he guided me through the different moves. I have to say I was a little disappointed I didn't get to kick anything today but I understand that you gotta start with the basics if you want to build a solid foundation of skills. Compared to a krav maga class I took a few years ago, I liked the atmosphere here better, and I appreciated the personal instruction. While the krav maga class has you jump right into action, practicing attack scenarios, the Muay Thai class focused more on form so that the punches and kicks you deliver have the most bang for your buck. I'm still debating whether to get back into a more traditional martial arts or more of a combat sport like Muay Thai, but if I do decide to go into Muay Thai this is the place to be!

Arizona Combat Sports is AMAZING! The staff is so incredibly kind and talented! All the coaches…read moretake the time and effort to help improve your skills and will answer any of your questions! I was so lucky to find this place and I just want to say that if you're interested in martial arts, specifically Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai, LOOK NO FURTHER! This is the spot! Thank you for everything AZ Combat.