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!

Top class instruction at a top class facility. Everyone trains hard and everyone respects each…read moreother. I love training here - It's a fantastic vibe.

If you're looking to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu inside the loop, this is the place for you. The…read moreatmosphere is warm, welcoming and focused on self improvement in all realms, and has been developed from the top down. When you initially walk in, the first thing you're likely to see if Professor Jonatas's pearly whites, as he welcomes you with a big smile. Jonatas is a rare duality in the world of martial arts--he's an upbeat, positively delightful guy, who also exhibits a truly impressive mastery of the art of jiu-jitsu. Moreover, his encouraging and enthusiastic attitude spreads like wildfire through the students. Upon stepping on the mat, you're likely to be greeted by what seem to be the friendliest martial artists in the city. Make no mistake though, this group trains hard and is devoted to improving themselves. Nevertheless, this school meets all of its students wherever they are, no matter what age, fitness level, or other attributes you may bring. Don't let the inclusion and encouragement fool you as to the level of instruction here, though--while everyone starts somewhere, the jiu jitsu you'll learn over time under Jonatas's tutelage is of an incredibly high level. In fact, Jonatas frequently has other high level instructors and world class competitors come in to teach seminars and specialty classes--from judo black belts to multiple time world champion and Atos founder Andre Galvao, if you're looking to push yourself and evolve to the next level, this is the place for you. The truth is, no words can do justice to the environment that Professor Jonatas has crafted here. What's been built is an incredibly uplifting and encouraging team, that ranges from competitive athletes to martial arts hobbyists that balance training with full time jobs and family obligations. Whoever you are and whatever you may bring to the table, if you're looking to try out jiu-jitsu, I would highly recommend you stop by Atos Jiu Jitsu Houston/Hors Normes. If you do stop by, you're likely to find a challenge to be overcome, a camaraderie with those around you encouraging your improvement and achievement, and ultimately a home away from home.

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!

The instructors are great with kids, and the dojo has been so welcoming to us first timers. Our 3…read moreyear old has had some difficulty adjusting yet the team has made a grand effort to help him feel comfortable and he's had a wonderful time. I cannot wait to see him grow and learn. Also, this location is so organized and clean.

Great place to train, there are good students and good instructors. I came to Houston to visit…read morefriends and wanted to train while I was out there. I called ahead and Sam was very friendly. He gave me a breakdown of the cost and times of the classes. I came down and the facilities were well maintained and clean. They gave me a loaner Gi and had towels and showers available for after. Professor Cassio taught the class and had a killer warmup. He trains a lot of open guard and you can tell his students are well versed in it. I rolled with him (I'm a blue belt) and he was helpful and controlled. I would go back next time I'm in town.

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 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.

Renzo Gracie Heights has adequately began to prepare me for life's what ifs. We have Yoshi that is…read morefabulous at teaching the women's class every Saturday. I would definitely tell any woman or single female to come try this class. They offer such a variety of training styles but they all stay true to BJJ. They take their time to customize the training to you as an individual though you're taking a group class. It is greatly appreciated the patience and time that they take to ensure that the techniques are learned in a safe manner. I love coming here

From the owner: We have nearly 1,500 sq ft of mats, a clean facility with showers and a lounge area. Jiu-Jitsu,…read moreself-defense, and kickboxing taught by world-class instructors. High coach-to-kid ratio, unlimited memberships, no long-term contracts, and safety always first.

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.