I have experiences with other gyms, both as 'home' gyms and as a visitor. My focus is on Gi jiu-jitsu and while the schedule here is geared more towards the No-gi side, the quality of instruction is very high. The classes I've attended the most are the morning classes Professor Davis definitely has a lot of high level moves and concepts but breaks it down so that it's scaffolded to all levels. He's literally said 'you can stop here if you're comfortable.' He's also very accessible, both as an instructor and just as a human being. There isn't a rigid formality here so if you have a question or are frankly, lost like I frequently am you can just stop and ask for help without being afraid of being 'that guy.' I had to pause due to surgery/recuperating and it was as easy pausing my billing and being told if I needed more time to just let them know. I'm looking forward to get back on the mats and start training again-where I'm definitely going to have to ask a lot of questions. read more

My son was interested in jiu-jitsu, so we went to Brazilian Fight Factory (BFF) and signed him up for what was explained to me as a six-month series of classes. Unfortunately, what followed was a frustrating experience involving billing issues, poor communication, and a complete lack of consideration for the customer. During the first month, I was charged an additional $238 outside of what I understood to be the contract. I complained, and the money was ultimately returned to me through Venmo. Looking back, that should have been my first red flag. My son initially enjoyed the classes, but he was one of the only older kids in his class. I would not recommend this gym for children over 8 and under 14 based on our experience with the age mix and instruction. He also became increasingly uncomfortable with being regularly paired with girls. Jiu-jitsu necessarily involves close physical contact and being in another person's personal space, and this became a genuine concern for my son. I raised this concern directly with BFF's administrative representative, Ani, as well as the coach. I was told that my son was not yet big enough for the general class. I communicated to both of them that we intended to stop attending because the program was no longer comfortable or appropriate for him. I was perfectly willing to honor what I understood to be the six-month agreement. In fact, I accepted paying the sixth month even though my son attended zero classes during that month. I did not ask for a refund or an exception. I believed in honoring an agreement in good faith, and BFF therefore received $238 for a month in which it provided no services to my son because the gym could not comfortably accommodate him. Then I discovered the billing had continued. When I reviewed my credit card statement, I found that I had been charged for three additional months, totaling another $714, despite my having already had two conversations with the administrative representative about ceasing classes. At no point during those conversations was I told that I needed to submit a separate written cancellation request in order to prevent continued billing. When I escalated the issue to the owner, rather than taking responsibility for the failure of his employees to clearly communicate the cancellation procedure, he was adamant about enforcing what I consider a grossly disproportionate financial burden on the customer--leaving me out over $900 for services my son did not receive. What is particularly troubling is that the owner chose to hide behind a contract and cancellation procedure that I was not furnished a copy of, rather than recognizing that I had clearly communicated my intention to discontinue the classes to two employees and had already willingly paid for a month of unused services in good faith. My experience with BFF has left me with serious concerns about its billing practices, customer communication, and the way management treats customers when there is a dispute. If you choose to do business with Brazilian Fight Factory, I strongly recommend reviewing every charge on your credit card and getting every cancellation instruction in writing. Do not assume that telling their staff you are discontinuing classes is sufficient. Get confirmation of the cancellation procedure and documentation of the cancellation. read more

Hand down one of the best BJJ gyms I've been a part of. Very friendly environment and encouraging. Plus Professor Davis is a legend. He's excellent at breaking down moves and explaining how everything fits together. The facility is very nice as well. There's a shower and the mats are very clean too! Pro Tip: Come to the 7 am class. It's less crowded and the training partners are great. See you in the mat! 10/10 Gis read more

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This review is specific to the kids class and well overdue. Let me just say that this place is amazing! All of the kid's Coaches are seriously some of the friendliest, most professional and most amazing kid instructors I have seen. Not only do they teach awesome technique, discipline, and work ethic but are also developing and encouraging these kid's to become great human beings. They are ever evolving as well which is epic. We have been going there over a year and in the beginning there wasn't really an emphasis on kids competitions. Once we started expressing as parents our interest to compete, not only did they show up, get organized and support and coach their events but also started a competition class for the kids who are really serious about competing. Professors Andrew and Davis even showed up to their outlier MMA tournament with about a week notice in San Antonio because they were genuinely curious about their MMA interest and wanted to make sure they had as much support as possible. Coach Grayson has also showed up sacrificing his own weekends for a few rogue kids competing in non coordinated events. There are no egos here whatsoever, it is all about learning and growth. Thank you so much to Professor's Andrew & Davis; Coaches Grayson, OJ, Caleb, Alyse and Shawn! All of you are so appreciated and make Fight Factory a special place! read more

Fight Factory Jiu-jitsu - Martial Arts Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Would hightly recommend checking out Fight Factory if you're in North Austin. Lots of great really experienced guys there with top-notch instruction read more

I've been part of this awesome family since 2018, and it's been great. Rodrigo is an amazing instructor, and the other black belts under him are just as fantastic. They're all active competitors with impressive accolades. Its a pretty good vibe, no inflated egos. The learning environment here is solid, whether you're just starting out, casual practitioner, or looking to sharpen up for competition for both gi and nogi. The regulars are welcoming and respectful, making it a really positive and supportive place. Highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to learn and grow in jiu-jitsu! Also have a lot of friends with kids looking after school activities and i couldn't recommend our gym enough as once again, the black belts teaching them are great and its hard not to notice the attendance has grown drastically over the past year. What I would have done to have the opportunity these kids have today! read more

I highly recommend fight factory. Rodrigo is a really amazing instructor. Everyone was super friendly and the rolls were really technical and tough. I will be back the next time I'm in town! read more

I've been coming to Brazilian fight factory for about 3 months and I trained with Rodrigo at my last job for about 3 months before I decided to start training at Brazilian Fight Factory, in north Austin, full time. I've got to say, whether you're a competitor or just training for fun, this is the gym to head to. With over 23 years of experience competing, teaching, and studying the art and form of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Rodrigo is a masterful teacher. Admittedly there is a small language barrier when learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from most Brazilians. Rodrigo has bridged this gap by studying English in London whole also instructing. He has the best English of any Brazilian I've met, and it shows when he's instructing. Competition: If you're a competitor you want to be here. Hobbiest: If you want to just come train and hang out this place is cool and filled with laid back folks who just want to roll and have fun. read more

Professor Rodrigo has formed a great gym environment that makes everyone who walks in feel welcomed and part of the Brazilian Fight Factory family. Although the gym environment is friendly, the competition level here is very high making you the best version of yourself! There's several guys and girls who train under Professor Rodrigo (Team Checkmat), who are between ages 16-24 and rank top 10 in the world. read more

I've been training Jiu Jitsu here for a few years now, and I would highly recommend checking Brazilian Fight Factory out if you're at all interested in Jiu Jitsu. When I started, I tried an intro class at a number of other gyms nearby and the vibes at BFF were the best (for me). The instructors and other classmates here are really chill, and also really helpful. I've also done some travelling since I started training BJJ, and have had the opportunity to roll at a number of other gyms around the world, and BFF is far and away my favorite. BFF strikes the right balance between being relaxed, but also competitive. read more

I showed up for a tryout class after contacting Rodrigo. The class was supposed to be at noon. I showed up at 11:50. It was closed. Waited until 12:15. No one ever arrived. Door was locked, lights were off, no one was waiting outside. I left and asked him about afterwards. He just denied it. No kind of explanation. I wasn't confrontational about it either. I simply asked if they'd maybe canceled that day or had started at a later time. He said "No we were open at 12" and that was it. No offering me to come try out another day or anything. I guess they don't need any new clients. read more

BFF is the premier Austin Jiu Jitsu school for the serious competitor and for the casual hobbyist. Rodrigo is a friendly guy, a great coach, and boasts the finest team of competition athletes anywhere outside the coasts (and before too long, my money is on Will, Kody, and Andrew making Austin the new jiu jitsu hot spot.) Even though the team absolutely has the toughest, most technical guys in town, it's still an incredibly friendly and fun environment for beginners and hobbyists. If you're looking for a place to train in North Austin, or if you're serious about training with the best, BFF is the spot. read more

I have been training with Rodrigo for over 18 months, and just earned my blue belt. I am addicted to the great training, people, and discipline. The BJJ and Muay Thai is incredible training. BFF is my BFF... :) Try a class for free. ..stop be lazy. :) read more

Fight Factory Jiu-jitsu - Blue belt ceremony - Martial Arts Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The best place to train in Austin! My whole family trains here. My husband loves the more competitive aspect and the level of training he gets from his training partners, I'm newer to the sport and yet feel totally comfortable learning amongst all the champions at this gym, and we just started our 5 year old in the kids class. Professor Rodrigo and the other coaches are absolutely amazing. They make everyone feel welcome, any age and any skill level. Couldn't ask for a better place to call home for our jiu jitsu adventures. read more

Awesome place and wonderful people. I stopped in to visit from out of town, and the people there couldn't have been more nice and friendly. The gym is full of strong technical practitioners at every size, and some incredible world class athletes train there as well! Had such a great experience and can't to go back. read more

Best BJJ school in Austin for both gi and no-gi! You will find some of the best competitors in the world here but they are some of the most humble people I know. Great place for serious competitors or hobbyist like me! read more

My family & I love this gym & it's friendly environment! My husband that trains loves it and we can't wait to get our daughter on the mats once she's old enough! read more

I researched a ton of gyms in the Austin area and this one, in my opinion, offers the best instruction and highest level of competition for both adults and kids, while also creating a humble and welcoming environment. Every coach here is exceptional and they are really good with kids. Both my kids train here and have grown in their self confidence and discipline as a result. I train here in the adult class and have met a lot of amazing people along the way. Honestly can't provide a high enough recommendation of this place. Great people, exceptional instruction, great community, and an environment focused on getting better without ego. read more

Brazilian Fight Factory has been such a blessing for my family. They make you feel at home, my children joined when we first moved to Austin. Apart from the phenomenal skill, talent, and patience Rodrigo Cabral and his staff offer, they also offer wonderful customer service. It helped boost my children's confidence as well as strengthen their bodies for the other sports they enjoy as well. I love Brazialian Fight Factory and highly recommend them! read more

Amazing instructors that understand their craft. Love every minute that I am there training and couldn't be happier with the choice to train here. read more

No ego, no drama, just JiuJitsu is truly Brazilian Fight Factory and Professor Rodrigo Carbal's motto. Classes always start on time, clean and safe mat area, consistent stretching and warm up drills before each technique of the day and positional training. All the training partners at BFF are respectful, friendly and always willing to share ideas and knowledge. Rodrigo has created a challenging but yet encouraging training environment for anyone who wants to grow stronger and better on and off the mat. I will recommend everyone to come visit and train at BFF. read more

I have trained with Rodrigo Cabral at Brazilian Fight Factory for around 5 years, and in this time I have yet to find a question about the art which Rodrigo is unable to answer. The level of detail in Rodrigo's instruction is world class, I constantly find my mind blown by intricate details of basic techniques which considerably improve their effectiveness. In my time training, I have seen gyms where the instructor clearly views the running of their gym as only a job. Rodrigo is the opposite of this; he is visibly passionate about the art and spends more time training on the mat than any of his students. He is constantly innovating and keeps abreast of new techniques. Brazilian Fight Factory also has a great kids program, for kids starting from 4 years old and up. I personally have both my son and daughter in this program and I'm very happy with the results. The instruction is excellent and it's great to see a large number of colored belts on the mat to teach the children. If you're looking for a Jiu Jitsu or Muay Thai gym which is free of ego and drama I would highly recommend trying a free class. read more

Fight Factory is the absolute best jiu jitsu gym in the Austin area. My family and I have been training here for a couple of years now and we love it. My 5 year old son learns focus and listening skills, and has tons of fun with the techniques and activities in class. The coaches are legit world champion caliber competitors and some of the best training partners I have had the pleasure of sharing the mats with. Rodrigo and his team have built a community that is both welcoming and hard-working, and improves the lives of all of its members. read more

The best jujitsu gym in Austin with one of the greatest coaches Rodrigo. The best muay Thai fight team in Austin TX Ambush. By far the most traditional hight level thai boxing in town. Great fight team and coaches that's what makes this program stand out. read more

I've been at this school for almost six months and it has been a great adventure! Rodrigo has been an excellent professor that promotes education and teamwork. The culture he as created will force you to get better while staying humble. read more

I have trained at several schools in Austin and this is by far the best. Rodrigo is a fantastic BJJ instructor.

I've been training at Rodrigo's for about six months, and couldn't be happier. Great group of guys and gals at a variety of age and belt levels. There is room for everyone from the serious competitor to the casual jiu-jitsu fanatic. Rodrigo is himself a world class instructor, but he also brings in other big names in the jiu-jitsu/MMA community for seminars such as Leo Vieira, Marcus Buchecha, and Tim Kennedy. There is a natural phenomenon in jiu-jitsu where you cannot succeed if your ego gets in the way - and this is clearly evident at Brazilian Fight Factory. Everybody is exceedingly kind, gracious, and humble. They are there to get better, and help you do the same. Whether your goals are fitness, self defense, discipline, or just getting out of the dang house every once and a while - this is the place to do it. Go train! read more

Brazilian fight factory is the best place to train hands down for jiu jitsu with Rodrigo Cabral or Muay Thai with josh scales come see for your self! read more

Rodrigo ensures his school has a safe & friendly atmosphere for all. On top it's also a great place to train for beginners to advanced students. As a multiple time champion - Rodrigo has the depth of knowledge and experience that is uncommon and we are lucky to have someone of his experience as an instructor. read more

I am 41, and I just started training again. This is the place to be in Austin for Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai and kid's classes (the kids adore Rodrigo). I've been here for about one month, and I feel like I have known these guys for years. I am still new to the art and out of shape, but everyone is VERY patient and always ready to help you out. No one pushes you to do anything you aren't comfortable with. They are mindful of keeping people safe at all times, and no one tries to smash you because you are a newbie white belt. If you are new to Jiu Jitsu, I can't think of a better place to be taught by a true master like Rodrigo Cabral. He is considered one of the best if not the best instructor in Central Texas, and he has been teaching at ALL of my classes. You can't beat that. His instruction is clear, and he goes into more than just the techniques. He explains the context and the physics of the move as a concept. It allows you to better understand and apply the principles of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. You get excellent access to Rodrigo even during class, and the rates are unbelievably reasonable for someone of his caliber. If you are more advanced, you will be rolling with some of the most experienced and active competitors in Austin. Rodrigo "Brucutu" Cabral is internationally known, and one of the best in the world. He has competed and taught internationally and in the states for years. People in this gym compete at tournaments often, but it is not forced on you if you are not interested. People like to say there are no egos in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but that really is true about the Brazilian Fight Factory. Everyone is focused on helping the team get better. If you are looking to start training or have been at it for years, you really can't go wrong here. If you prefer a team atmosphere, come out and meet everyone at the Fight Factory. It truly is a life-changing experience. PS: There are a wide range of body types and sizes. It's a great place for women to train as well. As a big guy, I almost never had training partners that were my size. Here, we all have plenty of partners to match our size from small to big. read more

Brazilian Fight Factory is a perfect balance of skilled instructors, professionalism, and safety. Rodrigo is very talented and caters to each student's physical and psychological needs. This gym can help you become strong, stay strong, and even go pro! read more

If you want Top notch training in BJJ then Brazilian Fight Factory is the place to be. Rodrigo is by far the most experienced and knowledgeable instructor in Central Texas. He is also the most kind hearted and sincere individual I know. His classes range from beginner to advance with each student being very genuine. He also has kids classes which is growing rapidly. So if your looking for a hobby or wanting to compete then i would definitely recommend this gym. It's my second home! read more

This is a great place to train BJJ! The instructor, Rodrigo Cabral, is very knowledgeable. You won't find any guys with big egos in this gym; everyone is here to train and get better. I have also observed the children's class a couple of times, and I would recommend the children's program as well. read more

Rodrigo "Brucutu" Cabral at the Brazilian Fight Factory is hands down the best instructor here in Austin, he is also one of the nicest people you could meet. The atmosphere at the gym is very friendly and there is a wide range of capable people there to train with. I have been training under Rodrigo for over 2 years now and won't train with anyone else. His gym not only offers top notch Jiu Jitsu but wonderful Muay Thai, and MMA classes. There are many classes to choose from and the facility is very clean with men's/woman's restrooms and also a shower. The location is also easily accessed off of the south bound frontage of 183. Come check him out and become part of the family as I have at the Brazilian Fight Factory. read more

The Brazilian Fight Factory is a "gym" that is immune to simple generalizations or belittling analogies. The word "community" seems to fit the BFF better since new members, both young and old, soon feel like part of an extended family rather than just patrons paying for an opportunity to exercise. Yes, this is a martial arts facility (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai), but you won't find excitable egos or aggressive bullies here; this is a friendly place designed for increasing fitness, skill, and confidence no matter your experience level. Rodrigo Cabral is truly a world class teacher and coach, and these qualities are in addition to being one of the most capable and recognized BJJ competitors in the state. Both of my young children and I train here, and simply put, the BFF is just one more thing that makes Austin such an incredible place to live. read more

Amazing place to train! You feel welcomed the second you walk in and everyone is like a family. The instruction in both muay thai and brazilian jiu jitsu is the best around. After testing out most all the gyms around the ATX area, this is by far the best one. Wherher you are brand new or an experienced martial artist, I HIGHLY recommend this place! read more

This is a great place to train BJJ and Muay Thai! The instructor, Rodrigo Cabral, is very knowledgeable BJJ instructor for adults and children. I have been with him for 2 years and its a great group of people to train with. read more

Best instructor in Austin. You need to check out Rodrigo's Brazilian Fight Factory!

A great place to learn BJJ. Friendly atmosphere and helpful people - no big attitudes. When I started training I expected to learn and work hard but I was honestly surprised by the camaraderie and support from the other students. Rodrigo's qualifications are impeccable and he is a friendly, charismatic guy to boot. I suspect I could train BJJ for the rest of my life and never have a question about it he could not answer. read more

Awesome place to train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai! Warm and fun atmosphere, very experienced instructors, and open to all levels. Definitely check it out! :-) read more