Brazil-021 Houston

(7 reviews)

2.9 mi

I started BJJ in January, so I'm pretty new to all of this. What made my experience so special from…read morethe beginning was Professor Ulpiano. He always had a smile, always greeted me warmly, and from day one, I genuinely felt like I belonged. The tagline is "jiu-jitsu for everyone," and he truly lived that out. Sadly, he has passed, and I wanted to leave something here as a testament to who he was as a professor. His passion and dedication always showed. He once said, "The best professor is a professor that's happy to be there," and you felt that every single time he taught. If you're thinking about trying something new or stepping outside your comfort zone, I really do recommend this place. Professor Ulpiano made it more than a gym. He made it a community.

This is their new location in River Oaks. The most upscale Jiujitsu school I have been to. I met…read moreProfessor Ulpiano 5 years ago when I moved to Houston and started training at their Westchase location. I am now splitting my time between both schools. Professor Ulpiano is of the utmost professional and an amazing instructor. They offer many classes for those of you with a busy schedule. Come in and ask for him for a free session. He is the best.

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Pablo Silva Brazilian Jiu JItsu

(12 reviews)

0.2 mi

Pablo Silva is one the GREATEST coaches one can ask for. This facility offers world champion level…read moretraining with several decorated jiu jitsu practioners. From ages 3+ to 75, this place is welcome to all levels and will elevate the way you train and compete.

This review is for the kids program…read more My 6 year old son has been TRAINING here 3 times a week (for a year) and has loved every moment. I want to emphasize the TRAINING aspect vs. simply playing around with other kids and doing exercises for a class with 10 minutes at the end of real stuff as is the case with most extracurriculars for kids this age. This is not the "Rex Kwon Do" style studio that I have seen elsewhere that is geared for young kids. There is no background music. There are no songs or rehearsed oaths. Pablo does not wear a motivational speaker headset with mic. This is honest to goodness BJJ training with some games thrown in for good measure. At Pablo Silva BJJ each age/skill level follows a somewhat standard methodology. You can see this in the Saturday classes where a broad range of ages come together and do warm up exercises/drills as a cohesive unit. This helps build rapport in the school and an overall sense of family. Additionally, Pablo's name isn't just on the building, he is personally involved with the training of the classes and instruction. We have been blown away by the professionalism, the cleanliness of the facility, and quality of training/care that is taken with each child. I feel safe, my son feels safe. It is a nice change of pace to see the kids challenged at an individual level and feel a true sense of pride and accomplishment when they do well because they truly earned it. This has helped my son with his interpersonal skills, increased his confidence, and helped with body control/motor skills. He is genuinely getting a workout in each class, which is not something I can say for any of the other sports we have tried or are currently doing (i.e. baseball/soccer). In summary, the time we spend here is not wasted. We never discuss skipping a session because we don't feel like going. It is a place we want to be and enjoy going to. As a parent, nothing else has come close to feeling as "worth it," especially when you get to see the real sense of pride in your child's face when they know THEY have applied what they have learned and beaten their opponent. It's the epitome of a 1 on 1 sport, and there are up days and down days, but such is life and I'll take that variability over the alternative.

Ravlin Martial Arts

(14 reviews)

3.4 mi

Self-confidence, physical fitness, patience, discipline, respect for others, self-defense,…read moreemotional stability... your kid will get all of this and more. Girls excel at this sport and actually out-perform boys until they are at least 10 years old. Start them at 6, and maybe add some muy thai or boxing etc at 9 or 10 too. Do not try to coach. Do not offer advice. Support without opinions, and maybe try it out yourself. Sit back and watch the magic happen... it will. Don't care if it actually helps in a self defense situation? Want your kid to be a pretend martial arts master? Become a "black belt" after 5 or 6 years? If that is the goal, you can get your kid into karate or tae kwon do or kung fu or whatever... Just make sure they don't try to use it in a fight with someone who can actually fight. And do not expect them to get the same lessons in humility and respect that they will learn first hand in bjj. Ravlin has it all.

Was visiting Houston for a week and needed to find a no-gi place…read more Really enjoyed my time here. I thought the instruction was good, the mats were clean , and the people were very friendly. Head instructor was technical and broke things down well . The sense of humor and banter here made me feel very comfortable. The also have Muay Thai. I didn't get to try any of those classes but their equipment looked top notch. This will be my go-to Houston gym for the foreseeable future

No Gi Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling-Takedown Photo By: Margaret Lee

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Bam Bam Martial Arts

4.5

(38 reviews)

2.0 mi

My son loves this place, good experience with everyone and a real family business…read more They focus on both the martial arts and character-building aspects of discipline. Thank you Scott and thank you Brandi

Brought my boy here for a trial, and it was absolutely Amazing! Unfortunately it wasn't in our…read morebudget but even after trying several other martial arts locations, nothing compared to what this gym is doing. You definitely get what you pay for! Would highly recommend!

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Labyrinth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(7 reviews)

23.8 mi

Great jiu jitsu !! The school is very clean the students are very welcoming and freindly !read more

Great place great coaches I've been there a little over a year now I've learned a lot and would…read morerecommend doing

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School of Jiu Jitsu - Brazilian Top Team Lake Jackson

46.1 mi

I've been to 2 Saturday morning, women's self defense classes and each time I learn more about…read moresituational awareness as well as ways to get out of possible dangerous situations. All of the instructors are patient as we learn new skills and they're very thorough with their explanations and demonstrations. Awesome place to gain strength and knowledge!

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Gracie Barra College Station

80.6 mi

Gracie Barra College Station is a fantastic Brazilian Jiu…read more Jitsu studio being run by Professor Milton (15 year black belt) along with Coaches Amanda & Daniel. There are numerous classes throughout the week with opportunities for students of all skill levels. The studio is incredibly warm and welcoming to new and returning students. I am happy to enthusiastically recommend Gracie Barra in general, and the College Station location in particular, for anyone seeking out a local Brazilian jiu jitsu studio.

From the owner: Gracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Our values, commitment to…read moreexcellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set us apart as a leader in the martial arts community. Gracie Barra is no ordinary martial arts organization. Students enjoy access to over 800 Gracie Barra Schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear and online resources to further their training. All GB Schools are supervised by a Gracie Barra certified instructor, who supports students and helps each one achieve their potential through challenging training programs. Each class at Gracie Barra is customized to offer maximum benefit for the students in attendance.

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Reign Jiu Jitsu

4.6

(19 reviews)

17.0 mi

My son joined Reign Jiu Jitsu after training at another school because we were looking for more…read moreopportunities for competitions and more focused training. I chose Reign because of the incredible attention to detail and the number of skilled coaches on the mats every day, guiding and helping the kids during every roll. I was quickly impressed by how much effort Professor Moon puts into the school, creating an environment where the kids not only train harder than I've ever seen but also form strong friendships. The sense of community is amazing--parents are supportive, and we travel as a team to competitions, cheering each other on throughout the tournaments. My son loves coming to class every day, not just for the competitive training but also for the fun events and seasonal celebrations organized by Professor Moon. I was so inspired by the school's atmosphere that I joined the adult class myself. The passion that the professors and coaches have for jiu-jitsu and teaching is evident in every session. They consistently go above and beyond to ensure we learn and improve. Being part of Reign Jiu Jitsu has been a rewarding experience for both my son and me!

I've been bringing my five year old son to Reign for about two months now. I'd been searching for…read moresomething to help him because he's being bullied at school for some time. He's a very shy boy, who doesn't like confrontation. Even though I kept encouraging him to stand up for himself, nothing has been working. After he was bitten by two different kids at school in the same week, I started to do some research on what I should do. I came across Reign in my mom's Facebook group and saw they had incredible reviews. Since my son started in a short time, I've seen a huge transformation in him. His confidence has grown so much. He cried through the first two weeks, but now he absolutely loves it and looks forward to every class. The coaches are phenomenal. They teach real techniques! The first time I watched him participate, I cried because I was so proud to see him be so brave. They are always challenging him and that's exactly what he needs. I truly believe bringing him here will be invaluable for him. He's become noticeably more confident and I've seen improvement in his self esteem by so much! If you're on the fence, take this as your sign. This place is amazing.

Second stripe promotion on his grey and white belt

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Rilion Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy

(8 reviews)

10.8 mi

Remarkably clean facility, compassionate and professional staff…read more If you're looking to train for self defense or watch your children's confidence grow through challenging, encouraging environments - look no further. This gym provides a safe community to learn and grow together with!

Great place! Kids have fun and learn so much. Staff is friendly and other parents are so…read moresupportive. Discipline and confident

Master Rilion Gracie and Professor Romulo Reis!

Master Rilion Gracie - Coral Belt 7th Degree

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Renzo Gracie The Woodlands

(3 reviews)

32.0 mi

I went here for an open mat. It is a great place to train. The people and instructors are friendly…read more I got a good amount of rolls and enjoyed my time there.

Super amazing training center! Tremendous instructors with a great attitude and knowledge. It took…read moretwo classes for me to know this is where I wanted my 10yo to be. He is hooked and looks forward to every class. I feel that with the cost of the center and the amount of classes available it's a phenomenal value.

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The Escape Game Houston - City Centre

4.8

(258 reviews)

7.2 mi

The Escape Game company has really set the bar high for me! Some other places really have visitors…read morerely on their imagination and can feel kind of cheesy, but here, they do a fantastic job with building the rooms to make things feel more immersive and realistic. Clues are unlimited and given without penalty if needed. Most clues/puzzles are straightforward (can still be challenging but seems like people could eventually figure them out), but there have been one or two where we all agreed they were a stretch... Still fun! For newbies, the Gold Rush room is a fun introduction on the easier side that can easily be done without hints. Escape rooms are great to play and then discuss over a meal after, and they make a great team-bonding experience! If you have some extra time, you can play another game afterwards for a discount on the same day :D The only thing I can find fault with: if you have less than 8 players, then there may be other groups joining you. So if one wants to guarantee a completely private game, they'll have to book out 8 spots. Other places don't have that rule, so if that's not an option, look for the game rooms in the suburbs (namely, in Sugarland!). There's also another location at City Center that has even more rooms! I'm pretty sad that we've pretty much played all the games over the years, so I'm really hoping they swap in some new rooms... fingers crossed! The Escape Game continues to be my favorite escape room, so whether you're a newbie or a pro, do check them out!

Looking for something fun and exciting? This is definitely the place! Came here with some friends…read moreon a Wednesday and had such a great time. There's free parking in the garage (upper level), which made things easy. When we walked in, we were greeted right away and got checked in while waiting for our time slot. The waiting area was clean and had some photo opportunity spots. Our game master, Brianna, came over and gave us a quick rundown since it was my first time, which I really appreciated. As soon as we entered the room, I noticed how clean and well-organized everything was. The props were also well taken care of, making this whole experience super immersive. Brianna was really helpful and gave us hints at the right moments whenever we got stuck. There were multiple layers to the puzzles, which made it more exciting and less predictable. It truly kept us engaged the entire time. It ended up being such a great escape room experience for me, and even my friends who have done others said this one stood out. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for something fun to do with friends!

Timeliner Escape Room. So fun!

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The Escape Game Houston - Galleria

4.9

(54 reviews)

2.4 mi

Stellar design and decor! Terrific and inventive puzzle variety. Ability for your group to divide…read moreand conquer by having puzzles not all require to be in sequence. You will need some solved to proceed but its not necessary for entire party focused on one puzzle at a time.

This was my very first time doing an escape room, and we tried it as a team-building activity--let…read moreme tell you, we loved it! In fact, we ended up doing three rooms in one day. To be fair, the second time was because our original room stopped working, but the staff handled it so well. They moved us to a new room, gave us free T-shirts, and made sure we still had a great experience. I never realized how exciting it could be to work together to solve puzzles and "escape" before. They give you just enough help so you don't get stuck, but not so much that it feels unfair. It's the perfect balance of challenging and fun. That said, I probably wouldn't recommend doing three rooms in a single day--by the third time, everyone was a little aggravated (normal when you're locked in small spaces together!). Once or twice is perfect. Overall, 10/10 would recommend The Escape Game Houston. It's exciting, well-run, and a fantastic way to bond with coworkers, friends, or family.

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Maplewood South/North Community Pool

4.1

(10 reviews)

2.8 mi

The overall experience was incredible! The lifeguards seemed very professional and I felt safe…read moreleaving my children there under their control. Highly recommend!

memberships are $112 for one non-resident individual... As a financially restricted young adult, I…read morewanted to be able to be active and practice my diving, but there's no world in which someone my age could casually afford that :(

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Evelyn Rubenstein JCC

4.1

(21 reviews)

2.3 mi

I live in the neighborhood and was considering doing classes here but my first impression was…read morepretty disappointing. Came to pick up a family friend from camp with my own newborn and toddler in tow. After waiting in the carpool line I pulled up and proceeded to load them In. A young lady told me I can't stop but to just be quick so I continued. I'm not sure how you safely put kids in the car without stopping, so i didn't realize this was problematic. The next lady that approached me was extremely rude yelling at me that I can't do this and she's going to report it. I let them know I don't the system, but if they tell me a better option I would be happy to do it. There was no reason to be that rude. Politely offering a more appropriate solution would've been sufficient. Instead this lady was aggressive with me as I was juggling two toddlers and a newborn in the Texas summer heat. The last thing I wanted to do was slow down the line, but being nasty about it when the first young lady told me it was ok feels like her anger was misplaced. Unacceptable.

The gym is affiliated with the JCC. In between Chimney Rock and Hillcroft off of Braeswood. Pull…read moreinto the parking lot and head towards the back for the entrance. The location is great to the Meyerland/Bellaire and surrounding communities. The gym is filled with everything you need to get a great workout. They have a changing room, and also cubbies to hold your belongings. Electric machines, weights, cross fit equipment. They have personal trainers to help. Very clean facility, water on hand if you forgot your own and coffee. The gym has a spin room and a separate room for their many classes which include, body pump, yoga, Zumba, pilates, strength training, women only classes on hand and over 60 classes as well and many more. There is a monthly schedule listed online. I believe with the membership you also have access to the pool and they do have classes. The downfall is that they don't have a ton of evening classes for working folks, but there are some options. Most classes are in the morning to early afternoon. Overall I am very happy with this gym. People of all ages and all walks of life will be found here.

Twice by Mitch Albom at the JCC Book Fair

Adult changing room

Spin room.

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Evelyn's Park

3.9

(54 reviews)

1.5 mi

We went to the park for a small farmer's market that didn't happen so we walked around and looked…read moreat the sights and i noticed a beam from the fallen World Trade Center Towers. Took a few pics and i'll post them here to help people remember.....

I am on a mission to visit all the cool parks in Houston and today we decided to take the drive…read more Once we arrived we had to figure out where the extra parking was located at the church but once we did we were ready to have fun In this beautiful day. My niece had a great time. The park is well spaced out and plenty of things for kids to do. The only draw back is not at fault of the park,it is in fault of the parents of the children at the park. I had to tell one little boy twice it to throw a big stick over the slide. All in all this is a cute park tucked inside of Bellaire.

Good morning, Evelyn's Park

Betsy's At Evelyn's Park

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Bayou City Adventures

4.2

(25 reviews)

7.4 mi

Nice thing to do on the weekend! I love kayaking and figured there had to be a place in Houston to…read morekayak. I luckily stumbled upon this place! The lady at the front desk was very nice and thorough, and charged us $40 for 2 hours for a tandem kayak. You go down the stairs and there will be workers there to help you put the kayak into the water. Highly recommend this place.

I'd never been kayaking until BCA; I paid $30 for a single rider's kayak for two hours. I went with…read morea few friends and we paddled towards downtown Houston and got the chance to enjoy a beautiful view of the city from the river. It's definitely peaceful, and it took my group 30 minutes to get from the start point (around The Kitchen at the Dunlavy) to Sabine Street on the day we went. It was exhausting but definitely worth the effort and price. The service was fantastic. They were super helpful, which was awesome since most of the people in my party were first-timers! I highly recommend this experience; kayaking was such a blast today!

Lots of wildlife to see on Bayou City Adventures' kayak tours!

Navigator's Tour

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Look how dry Elijahs paddle is tho lol

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. A.

9 years ago

Just moved in town and made the mistake of thinking that all BJJ schools are the same. Rookie mistake, I know ( ._.) After training at another gym down the street and running around black belts like it was track season, I contacted my professor back at home and asked what he recommended. He referred me to Brazil021 and spoke highly of them! Left the old gym like I left my ex, signed up at Brazil021 and haven't looked back since. The instructors are VERY patient (this is key for me), the other higher belts are friendly and approachable. Even the little ones in the kids class are very discipline and respectful. PLUS, Professor Marcos (head instructor) also just recently provided a service to wash our Gis! (limited availability) Mostly geared towards people who are traveling through and wanted to get some training in or have a busy schedule! If I'm not mistaken there are showers as well for those who need to go to work or school after the gym. Getting to the point: -You're not part of a team, you're part of a family** -Quality Jiu-Jitsu with a great lineage*** Mitsuyo Maeda / Carlos Gracie / Helio Gracie / Francisco Mansur / Carlos Henrique / André Terencio / Marcos Cerqueira -Affordable rates and durable uniforms -Some train for self-defense, some for fun and others train to compete. The instructors and other higher belts compete often and know how to set us up for success if we're ever interested in competing! -Also they have classes in town (The Downtown Club at Met) for those who can't make it to their main gym in Bellaire -They have something called Family class as well: Quality time and training self-defense with your kids -Classes available from early as 05:30AM until as late as 07:30 at night, PLUS weekends and Judo lessons on Fridays and Yoga on Sundays! If you're looking to get in shape, train to compete, want learn quality Jiu-Jitsu and don't know where to start? Or even just have fun and connect with others, Brazil021 is a great place to start! read more

Mr. N.

9 years ago

With my lifestyle and throughout my journey with Jiu-Jitsu, I've been to plenty of gyms. Brazil021 is by far one of my favorites! First thing's first: Safety and Cleanliness! Everyone who trains here are very aware that they are working with a teammate, a training partner, someone that has work and a life outside of the gym. Being cautious and careful not to injure each other is a priority. From the lower belts all the way up to the instructors, they all know the importance of maintaining the mats after class and keeping good hygiene. Attention to detail: The coaches and other team members are very helpful. Regardless if the class has 10 people or 20+, the instructors are very aware of giving you their undivided attention if you have any questions. Smiles and Great attitude: I have yet seen anyone have a bad attitude at this gym. There are a lot of competitors on the team and regardless if you want to compete or just pick up a new hobby, you're going to meet some of the nicest people and you're going to have fun. Last but definitely not least, Professor Marcos. Being a professor, a coach, a leader...is more than just putting on the belt and telling you what to do. He's constantly on the mats keeping us sharp and staying on point with his skills as well. There are times where we have the whole room filled and Professor Marcos was still able manage the class, have everyone get their training in and still have fun! One of the most approachable and laid back professors that I had ever trained with. All in a nut shell: Clean gym with plenty of classes to offer, great team with a great attitude, and quality Jiu-Jitsu with a solid lineage. read more

Michael C.

9 years ago

About six months ago, I decided I wanted to do jiu-jitsu and began looking around for places. Brazil-021 was the first school I tried and after the 5:30 am class with Emre, who is an exceptional black belt instructor, I knew I didn't need to look any further. Professor Marcos, the head instructor, has built an impressive academy here in Houston. The technical instruction is extremely thorough and it is very easy to ask questions. We are taught to train hard but to always train safely. Additionally, the mats are immaculate as they are cleaned after every class. I think the most remarkable feature of this academy is the culture that Marcos has built which is one of respect, discipline, and character. Teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu techniques is one thing, but it takes a special person to seamlessly incorporate the lessons you learn on the mats in your daily life. And that extends to Emre and Danny as well. If you are looking for high quality jiu-jitsu training that will challenge you but with an atmosphere that feels like you are among family, you should definitely check out Brazil-021. read more

Jeff G.

10 years ago

My wife and I have trained in a couple of different martial arts for many years. So when are children were ready to start training I started to visit martial arts schools to review their programs for children. Most of the schools I visited had the same look and feel. It was not until I visited Brazil-021 that I felt the Professor's passion, enthusiasm, and eagerness to take part in a child's first engagement in martial arts. I could tell immediately that my son was not going to be a number on a spread sheet. Professor was amazing with the children. His ability to work with children as young as 4-5 was truly amazing. He made training fun and safe, but at the same time they were training in a martial art so the expectations associated with a martial art was also part of the training. There was no doubt that I had found the best school and professor to train my children. I highly recommend anyone considering martial arts training for their children to stop by and experience firsthand what I described above. read more

Dom J.

7 years ago

My son has trained with Professor Marcos for over 10 years. In that time I've witnessed him transform from a bullied 5 yr old to a confident, intelligent, patient & humble 15 yr old. I contribute a majority of his progression as a person to the art of Jiu Jitsu as taught to him by Professor Marcos Cerqueira at Brazil 021 Houston. The environment that Professor Marcos has created is one that resembles more of a family than a martial arts dojo. Professor Marcos instills pride and confidence in both the kids and adults who train there & it shines through from the students to the appearance of the location. His by far is the most beautiful and well maintained dojo I've seen. I'm always amazed to see the majority of the students assisting in cleaning up after classes to ensure that things are prepared for the next class to hit the mats. All in all just a great place to be & those that I have met there are life long friends. A huge thank you to Professor Marcos for building such wonderful place to learn and grow! read more

Clint C.

9 years ago

I really cant say enough good things about my experience so far with Brazil 021, head instructor Marcos, and instructors Emre and Derry. After almost a year of going back and forth on whether or not I really wanted to start a brand new sport in my mid thirties, and after visiting several gyms, I finally found Brazil 021 and reached out to Marcos - and I'm so glad I did. From the start, he was very welcoming and encouraging. The culture of this school is exactly what I was looking for, which is competitive and hard working, but also welcoming and patient. I cant speak to the teenagers and early twenty-somethings who are interested in a new place to train (although I suspect this is a great school for everyone), but I can say that if you are fast approaching middle age (or already there) and interested in starting BJJ, this is a great place to come check out. Bonus points to Brazil 021 for having a central location in Houston AND having a 5:30am class. read more

Felipe A.

8 years ago

What's a great place! I travel a lot and always try and train at different schools. When I called the school the staff was super friendly and provided the info I request. When I walked in the staff remember my name from the call which really impressed me. The school is every well designed and very organized and super clean. Everyone came up to me and greeted me and showed me great respect at the school. I felt like I was training at home and felt like I was part of the family. Professor Marcos is very nice and I really enjoy his class and also his Philosophy of jujitsu and how he shares that with his students. You can see and feel his passion when he teaches his class. I am a black belt in BJJ and If you are looking for a high quality BJJ school in the area I highly recommend this place. You will not be disappointed. I will definitely continue to come here when I am in the area. read more

Ryan H.

7 years ago

Professor Marcos Cerqueira has built an incredible atmosphere for training martial arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has truly created a family environment that suits anyone interested in the sport. Beginners can train next to advanced competitors; kids can learn the discipline of the art alongside their parents; and someone trying to get in shape can achieve their goals all in a clean, safe and nurturing environment. Professor Marcos has the respect, patience, attention to detail, depth of knowledge, endless dedication, loyalty and sense of humor that has attracted an amazing group of people training the academy. I had never tried a martial art before coming to Brazil-021 and now I compete in tournaments, train with my daughter and have gained a group of great friends. read more

Jay F.

8 years ago

If you are looking for a place to train, I highly recommend Brazil-021! I started training here in Oct 2017 and I have had a great experience. It is a very relaxed and respectful atmosphere. The instructors and other students are very welcoming. The instructors are all very knowledgeable and do a great job and breaking the moves down to beginner level. They all take great pride in seeing their students succeed. I drive in from Katy for training because i like this academy more than the ones that were closer to me. It is absolutely worth the commute. It is the best place to train that i have found and i highly recommend it. read more

Gary Michael W.

9 years ago

Brazil-021 is easily my favorite place to be. My kids and I attend classes regularly every single week and we always feel welcome. Jiu-Jitsu has helped us in ways I never thought possible. Marcos is a kind, trusting and generous person. My children are safe, the coaches are awesome, classes are fun, facilities are clean, the schedule is accommodating and our training is outstanding; I absolutely cannot recommend this place enough. read more

Amador J.

7 years ago

Jiu Jitsu at Brazil-021 has been a journey for me. I have been at the academy for a year and some change. Professor and the staff have made my time as a first-timer to jui Jitsu a great learning experience . The family atmosphere at the academy is felt from very beginning and gives a sense of confidence, in and outside of the dojo. read more

Leonid K.

9 years ago

Professor Marcos Cerqueira and his team of instructors are very dedicated and humble professionals. They created a very comfortable environment to learn Martial Art. This environment has a clear structure, discipline and many great people who are coming together to learn BJJ. read more

Saad A.

10 years ago

A great school run by my good friend Professor Marcos Cerqueira. Marcos has amazing jiu jitsu and creates a wonderful atmosphere for his students to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu! The students are wonderful people and they truly treat you as family. read more

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4.4

(19 reviews)

I've been training at Revolution Houston for over two years, so this review is long overdue. Having…read moremoved from Iowa City, I was looking for a new school to train in Houston.I was one of the first members of my previous club (Hawkeye BJJ) and had trained there for over 10 years. I was really hoping to find a similar friendly training atmosphere. I found it at Revolution Houston. Everyone who trains here is nice, friendly, has really good technique, and respect for sport of Jiu Jitsu. The instructors are first class and have a ton of experience. Head instructor Jeff Messina, is a former pro MMA fighter, and National Guardsman. He is a BJJ black belt and Judo Black belt. Jaime, who teaches the beginner class BJJ class is a BJJ brown belt and Judo Black belt. Mike and Dinko are the other instructors who are brown belts. Jeff is well connected and has been in the sport for years, so there are always other black belts, and professional fighters (UFC included) dropping in. There are at least 2 classes (if not 3) scheduled each day, making it convenient to fit any schedule. I personally make it a point to attend 3 classes a week, and can easily do that with my crazy schedule. There are two locations, one in downtown Houston where I mostly train. The facility is big enough to fit a class of 30-40. The other is a much bigger location in Katy. You can train at either facility. The coaches are really interested in you becoming a better, fitter, practitioner and person. Being new to Houston, I have made a lot of good friends at Revolution. There is also Muay Thai offered, I don't do it, but some of the guys train BJJ as well, and I know their Muay Thai is phenomenal, if you want to train both. Both adult and kid's classes are offered. This is a very safe and clean environment to train in. Don't think twice about it, this is one of the best locations to train at in Houston (if not Texas).

New facility, good location (stone throw from Minute Maid Park), same integrity. Great guys rolling…read moreon today's "Open Mat." Had the chance to "let" my 12 year old Monster-in-the-making secure submissions on his old man (me) at a 3 to 1 ratio (in his favor lol). It is pretty well known that BJJ just plain works. P.S.: I said "let" only because I agreed to get on the mat with him... I didn't "allow" him to get a submission until we had been at it (rolling) for about 20 min... and that was after five min of stretching and ten minutes of informal drills. He finally wore me out toward the end and got his last one (of 3, after I basically gave up, gassed out (yes I need to take better care of myself), but he got the first two righteously. BTW I weigh 218 he weighs 138. Great sport/martial art, great place to learn it. Thanks team!

Midtown MMA

4.5

(17 reviews)

My small human joined about a month ago and has been LOVING it!…read more The community is great, location is convenient for inside the loop, and everyone has been super friendly and helpful. I can't personally attest to the workouts, but there are several classes offered throughout the week and they definitely wear out a teenager who has extra energy to spare! Definitely recommend checking it out for anyone curious about MMA gyms.

The first thing that drew me to MMA was my desire to learn self defense. The first thing that drew…read moreme to actually considering pursuing a class was the convenient location of Midtown MMA. The first thing that drew me to actually contacting Midtown MMA was the 30 day free trial. The first thing that drew me to actually showing up was getting a call from Chris about an hour after I submitted my form online. The first thing that drew me to sign up full time was after the first class when I realized that Midtown MMA was more than I could have hoped for! After a few short months, Midtown MMA has helped boost my confidence in my physical and mental ability to defend myself. You build on the physical side during the first part of the class where Chris leads you through a "warm-up" which is more like a mini boot-camp that leaves you with a good burn. The mental and physical side is continually built through the second portion of class as you work on muscle memory routines, perfecting techniques, following drills, and self guided practice. The great thing about Midtown MMA is that your motivation doesn't come from someone yelling at you, it comes from the everyone else giving it there all and encouraging you to test your limits. Everyone is there to learn the proper techniques and advanced students are more than will to give and take constructive criticism when working in teams. There are a good mix of males and females of all different physical capabilities which lead to good match-ups during the drills. No one is there to judge you, I have never had that feeling even when I thought I must look pretty goofy. Chris is an awesome instructor who keeps the class relaxed but professional and directed. He's good about gauging what each student needs to focus on during the drills - technique or power - and making corrections for individual students during the drills. He is interested in the needs of the class and will reserve certain sessions to address student questions. It is easy to have a lot of respect for Chris. This helps make you accountable and give you that extra boost to show up for training on the (rare!) occasion that you may be less motivated to do so. If you decide to sign up and pay, I believe you pick a 6 month or one year program. I think it averages to about $12 a class. I'm doing this with my husband and we were able to work our a 2 for less than 2 kinda deal.

Kim's Olympic Tae Kwon Do Academy

(5 reviews)

My daughter has attended this dojang for about two years since she was 6 and we'd still be going…read morehere if we didn't need to move. But move we did... so it's about time I leave a review. It's located on Bellaire next to Pollo Campero in a slightly run down orange retail center. It's hard to miss once you see it. They do have a shared parking lot with a handicap spot right in front of the dojang but parking can be tight during busy times like belt tests or larger classes. They offer a 1-week trial period, which is ideal. In my opinion, trial classes are mandatory before joining a new dojang just to see if it's a good fit but if it's only one class, it's merely a peek. One week - if you can make it to multiple classes - will give you exposure to most of the other students and instructors you will meet and is more accurate. There are several martial arts places in the area, but this one won based on value but also the atmosphere. They offer unlimited classes for the monthly membership cost as long as you attend the classes for your age group (ages 4 and up), they don't pressure you to compete and has a more supportive and relaxed feel so you can go at your own pace. The classes aren't very crowded either so you sometimes get more attention to work on things you need to work on. You have the option to apply for a belt test every 3 months so that's not rushed either, so this place is definitely not a McDojo. They do provide a handbook that outlines all the testing material for each belt so you're not going in blind and they'll focus on testing material leading up to it, helpful for the students that don't attend as many classes. The other students are pretty good sports overall. Females are in the minority and my daughter is small for her age but she never really felt left out by the other boys. Master Derek and the other instructors are knowledgeable and personable. They teach WTF taekwondo here from stances, kicks, blocks, punches, and poomsae to footwork, breaking, kicking combinations, self defense, and sparring (though no weapons so far). They also teach the five tenets of taekwondo. I even joined the adult classes when I had time though very casually (more for exercise) and I didn't feel pressured to go any further (though there's always encouragement). It was fun and Kim's Olympic Taekwondo felt like a second home with how often we were there. Both my daughter and I miss them but there were some pretty great memories. Fun fact: Master Derek has a background in physical therapy so that's a plus while practicing a contact sport... especially once you pass a certain age. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to learn taekwondo, whether or not you're a beginner. Or at least try out a few trial classes to see if you'll love this place as much as we did.

I am a proud student of Kim's School of Tae Kwon Do for nearly 2 yrs. Master Kim is one of the most…read moregenuine and kindest people I have ever met. Her knowledge of Tae Kwon Do goes beyond measure, but her attitude and persistence in her teachings and encouragement is second to none. Although, I consider myself a well-rounded athlete, I have never been pushed both mentally and physically as much as I have here. What I love most about the school is that each instructor has learned under Master Kim and developed his or her own unique way of leading a class. The school not only challenges me physically and mentally, but it is fulfilling in a cultural, social, and therapeutic way. I highly recommend this school to any ages and all levels!

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Pearland

(5 reviews)

One of the best BJJ gyms in the area. It's both a safe and suitable environment for kids and adults…read morealike. The coaches are highly knowledgeable, and the owners are incredibly friendly and accommodating to individual needs

My son has been attending Gracie Jiu Jitsu for the past two years, starting when he was just 5…read moreyears old. Coach Sergio and his team are outstanding instructors who truly understand how to work with kids. They not only teach effective martial arts/self defense techniques for his age group but also instill important values like self-discipline and respect. My son absolutely loves coming to class, and we've seen such positive growth in him. I highly recommend Gracie Jiu Jitsu to any parent considering martial arts for their child.

Level 6 Krav Maga - Heights

I recommend the kids self defense classes. I was told Krav Maga and Jiu Jitsu were the more…read moreeffective programs, if self defense is the main focus. My son chose To do Krav Maga and the rates are very reasonable here, without having to sign a long term contract. They have classes for age groups 4-7 and 7-12. There is also a location in Bellaire where you can take classes with different days/times. We have gone to both locations for classes that best met our schedule. The instructor is great and we are happy our son is learning effective self defense techniques and respect, while having fun and getting exercise.

USA Fight company

4.5

(4 reviews)

Amazing gym for all purposes weight loss,defense purposes whatever your reason is.. prices are…read moreaffordable. Just a great place to be and I'm happy to be apart of it.

My 5 year old daughter has been doing kickboxing classes here for about 6 months. We wanted her to…read morelearn how to focus and build strength mentally & physically. It took time for her to understand the basics since she had no prior experience but the coaches are great & supportive. She even started doing private lessons with Coach Pat & it has really helped her improve and follow commands on a one to one training. I like how there are camps offered as well. They recently upgraded their location!

Active Jiu Jitsu

I was in town again for a work trip, however this time I wanted to train at school that was close…read moreto my hotel and I found Active Jiu Jitsu. This school looks exactly how it looks, welcoming, friendly, and family oriented. When I walked in Professor Rose welcomed me and introduced me to Professor Dentinho. He led a great class on half guard passing and after I was able to roll with the members. After class, I spoke to a few of the members and they were all friendly and was happy I stopped by. The class was great and I had great training partners during our rolls. I highly recommend this school for locals AND visitors. When I do return in the future, I plan visit Professor and his team at Active Jiu Jitsu! THANK YOU!

Shudokan Aikido