Sergio Penha

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2.6 mi

Honestly one of the best decisions I've made. Coaches are legit and everyone is super cool! Me and…read moremy brother have been going here for years. Highly recommend.

I started training in jiu jitsu in 2001. I'm a published author both in web in print (google…read more"magazine," kids), like GracieMag and JiuJitsu style and I was briefly a publicist for Rilion Gracie. I say all this so to give context that I have been around, trained and met the best of them and this is where I chose to train when I was in Las Vegas. Mica is the person who brought jiu jitsu to Las Vegas, he is the OG. He's an excellent instructor as "close to the source" as you'll find. Amazing techniques encompassing everything from modern leg lock games to the stuff Helio and Carlos worked on in Brasil. The facility is world class, with two giant mat areas, every class has a world champion and at least 5 black belts. You will probably be the rest round in this house, everyone kicked my butt. Giant lockers for make and females, showers, cars are in a safe space. I checked out all the academies, did internal references, and I can honestly say you won't find better.

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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu

4.6

(13 reviews)

1.5 mi

Wow what a great way to work out! Shout out to Jesy Rodriguez for showing me the basic fundamentals…read moreof jiu jitsu. Really energetic and friendly training partners also! Everything about the facilities are great, clean , lockers.

Avoid this gym at all costs. The owner is corrupt and overcharged me when I gave him my credit…read morecard. The instruction was poor and the staff in general are unprofessional. There's a hundred other better gyms to train at in Vegas.

Inside the John E. Carson Hotel (Suite 180) first floor to the right of the the smoothie shop when you enter off 6th street

Classes daily

Guard position

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Sim Go Academy

(65 reviews)

4.8 mi

At the age of 58, I embarked on a journey to regain my physical fitness by exploring various…read moremartial arts disciplines. After careful consideration, I opted for Jijitsu, recognizing its suitability for my age and the potential risks associated with other combat sports like boxing, mixed martial arts, and kickboxing. Jijitsu offers the advantage of self-control and the ability to tap out in challenging situations. Upon conducting research, I identified several Jijitsu gyms in my vicinity. My primary focus was on the qualifications of the coach, the cleanliness of the facility, and the quality of my training partners. The Sim Go Academy consistently met all these criteria. Sim Go Academy is led by Sim, a seasoned coach with over two decades of experience. He is supported by a team of highly skilled coaches who possess extensive competition backgrounds. Their attentiveness, knowledge, and expertise are exceptional. The gym maintains a pristine environment with showers, change rooms, ample space, and a meticulously maintained mat that undergoes regular vacuuming and mopping after each training session. The gym's atmosphere is characterized by a welcoming and friendly environment. The members are aware that the primary objective is personal improvement, health maintenance, and consistent training. Since commencing my training at Sim Go Academy, I have experienced a significant enhancement in my mental focus. I have successfully lost weight, improved my overall health, and developed a profound desire to continue training. Jijitsu has become an integral part of my life, thanks to Sim, my head coach, and my dedicated training partners. If you are contemplating joining a martial arts academy, I highly recommend Sim Go Academy. Do not hesitate to take the first step. You will undoubtedly find it to be an enriching and enjoyable experience.

Started training here May 2025 and I haven't regretted it once. All the coaches here have created…read moresuch a supportive and welcoming environment for everybody. And obviously by the picture I posted, there is a great group of women that I've met who are always so fun to train with and challenge each other constantly. If you're debating on whether to start training here or not, definitely do it!

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Cobrinha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy Las Vegas

(49 reviews)

6.4 mi

Love this gym! Both my babies go here (3 and 9 years old). The coaches are really kind and helpful…read more Vibes are chill and welcoming. I like that there are both Muay Thai and jiu jitsu classes. The class times work with our schedule. My daughter (3 year old) started her jiu jitsu journey here and went from being scared and hesitant, to now looking forward to class. She's so fun and tries to take me down now too. On and off the mat she enjoys this sport and I'm thankful for that. My son has made friendships with kids in class. It's his time to both socialize and put in work. Looks like I'll have to start taking classes to keep up with my babies!

I have been going here for over 2 years. I am so thankful to have found a home where I am inspired…read moreand respected. They are very family oriented, great with kids ( I have 4 year old) and are wonderful to compete with. 1% better everyday they say! Just show up and give it your best. The coaches and teammates are amazing and I have made great friends. I received my blue belt through them and am honored to continue my journey with them by my side! Wonderful strong women and kind gents to roll with. Great for beginners ! Cleanliness A+ Support A+ Friendly A+ Family oriented A+ Competition A+ Come check us out!

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Women in the Gi class

Gracie Nevada Jiu-Jitsu

(9 reviews)

4.5 mi

My son has been training here for a while and he loves it. Professor Tony is amazing with the kids…read more-- very patient but also teaches real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Great kids program, positive environment, and you can see the confidence and discipline the kids gain. Highly recommend this academy if you're looking for quality Jiu-Jitsu training for your child.

My kids have been practicing jiu jitsu for almost three years now. In addition to the training and…read moreconfidence, they gained a lot of situational awareness as well. I would highly recommend.

Join our welcoming community at Gracie Nevada Jiu-Jitsu Academy, where all ages and skill levels are invited to learn effective self-defense

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Atos Jiu Jitsu Las Vegas

4.6

(44 reviews)

8.6 mi

As a Jiu-Jitsu competitor I need clear, combat tested instruction, a great culture and vibe, a…read moreclean environment and coaches that care and . Not only does this academy hit all those requirements, but they also happen to be one of the top competition academies in the WORLD. Plus, they're good people!

Great place for kids to build confidence and learn new skills. The instructors do a great job, and…read moreit's a positive environment overall. My only complaint is that the waiting area has NO air conditioning, which makes it very uncomfortable for parents and kids waiting for class to start, especially during summer. It's 89 degrees in there today. Adding some fans or improving the cooling would make a big difference!!!

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Roll Society Jiu-Jitsu Academy

3.5

(2 reviews)

4.9 mi

My 7 and 8-year-old children attend Roll Society Jiu Jitsu, and they thoroughly enjoy interacting…read morewith all the professors. My 7-year-old child has ADHD, but the professors here have been exceptionally helpful and patient with him. They absolutely love it!

We have had 2 disappointing experiences at Roll Society Jiu-Jitsu…read more About 6 or so months ago, I was searching for a local spot to supplement my son's primary sport (soccer) with some ground work, thinking jiu-jitsu could help with wrestling-like skills one day a week. We weren't aiming to become competitive fighters, just some extra training around his busy schedule. Initially, they offered a $25 drop-in class advertised for kids. When we arrived, there were no other children in the class. It ended up being essentially a private session with the coach, which they hyped as "more personalized," but it didn't impress us at all. The coaching felt basic, but the biggest issue was the hard sell started immediately, they pushed aggressively for signing up for more sessions or a full membership, even after I clearly explained that soccer was his main focus and we were only looking for occasional drop-ins. We tried a few more sessions (about 4 total), but then they suddenly informed us that drop-ins were no longer available and we'd have to commit to a monthly membership. That didn't align with our needs, so we stopped going. Recently, I noticed on Facebook that the same location had rebranded with a new name and what looked like new ownership. Hoping things had improved (especially for kids programs), I reached out via Messenger. They offered two free trial classes for my son, so we gave it another shot. Upon arriving, it was immediately clear it was the exact same people, same owner, just a new name on the door. They refused to honor the two free classes because we'd been there before (fair enough), but then said we could pay the drop-in fee which they'd previously claimed was discontinued, yet now it was back (now $30). I was fine with paying, but I wanted to observe if any other kids would show up for the "kids" session. None did. The staff (Joe) was rude and dismissive when I asked basic questions, and overall I was made to feel unwelcome. Later on, the person who I had messaged with about the free trials, followed up and claimed he was a new trainer there, and wanted to give my boy a chance to train with him, and everything that had transpired was because of a big mix up. That "Joey" (the rude staff) didn't know anything about our messages or his 2 free classes offer. I appreciated the follow up and the clarification, which is why I'm going to give them two stars instead of one. I get that gyms are businesses and need to make money, but I don't understand the disdain toward someone who just wants to use the drop-in option they advertise--especially when that particular kids class seems empty anyway. If you offer it, why get upset when people take you up on it? Overall, the inconsistent policies, high-pressure sales tactics, and occasional abrasiveness made for 2 frustrating experiences. It doesn't feel like a place that genuinely welcomes casual students or supports young athletes with busy schedules. It seems more focused on locking people into long-term commitments. We won't be going back, and I'd advise other parents to explore other options that prioritize the students over aggressive upselling.

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Gracie Jiujitsu University

(6 reviews)

6.0 mi

I enjoyed training here. James aka Jimmy is the owner and was a wonderful instructor. Unfortunately…read morewith my work schedule I couldn't attend the classes anymore which is a total bummer. I'm hoping to find a chance to train here again in the future if my schedule allows. If not, maybe I can ask my wife to see if Jimmy can train my kids. I 1000 percent recommend you to come check it out and see if it's right for you.

Awesome place to train. We were in from out of town to do some MMA training. Drop-in to get some…read moretraining. Jimmy was welcoming and gave great instruction. Thanks!

From outside looking in before the beginner/ adult class (Gracie combatives).

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Cobrinha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Mountains Edge

4.8

(29 reviews)

9.1 mi

My youngest son started Jiujitsu in June and although I was nervous I rolled with it because my…read moreHusband and him wanted to try it out. Needless to say, he loved it! We attend training almost every single day. Yes, almost 7 days a week. Professor Ryan and the other Coaches of this gym are very passionate and patient with the students. They ensure each student understands each move and does not move on until they do so. They ensure each child is as safe as possible when sparring. They teach their students to listen, to be kind, to be patient and to have fun. They encouraged my son to compete just two months after starting and because of their encouragement, knowledge and patience in teaching my son, he brought home the gold medal and won 5/5. Another great thing about this gym is that it is family owned and ran. Professor Ryan is a black belt who teaches the classes along with his daughter's Noe and Kona and his wife , Cara. All four of them train jiujitsu and they are able to share their knowledge with the students. I highly, highly recommend Cobrinha Mountains Edge for your jiujitsu training.

We've been coming to Cobrinha at the Mountains Edge location for almost 9 months now. We love…read moresupporting a family business. The coaches are consistent, passionate, organized, and thorough with teaching the mini cobras. Coach John, Coach Allison, and Coach Cat are my daughter's favorite coaches! We do have a preference of going certain days of the week for a few reasons: I can tell the coaches are much more patient on Thursday-Saturday rather than Monday through Wednesday. It's also a lot less crowded during the latter half of the week. I know they do a lot more drilling in the beginning of the week, so it's unfortunate we tend to miss that time. Overall, we're very satisfied at Cobrinha and will continue to be dedicated members.

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Las Vegas Krav Maga & Mixed Martial Arts

4.6

(55 reviews)

2.3 mi

Las Vegas Combat Academy is hands down THE BEST INSTRUCTION and INSTRUCTORS! Thank you Coach Britt…read morefor your knowledge and support!! I went to a class and the instruction was clear and I felt very confident afterward!

Today I was approached by the owner, felt more like a confrontation based on his tone but that's…read morejust my personal opinion; he made it very clear my previous review is based on how I feel not facts. So I feel he's both arrogant and obnoxious when provided with feedback he doesn't agree with. I had to tell him multiple times I was done with the conversation, this was because I was uncomfortable at that point. It definitely felt like I couldn't voice my opinion on his business He explained he didn't stop the kids from running out because he was busy unlocking another child from the restroom and that the reason he seemed annoyed/irritated when he came in and yelled at us all to move our cars was because he had gotten into it with the tow truck guy outside and had them unhook a car He also explained he's not arrogant, that it's just my opinion and basically wanted to know why I felt that way, I explained I've seen him interact with others and he wanted to know who/when, which didn't seem right if this is how he reacted to my review. He asked why i thought he was arrogant and I let him know because of how he was approaching from the review I left - i let him know he was being arrogant then and there As far as my son being afraid of him, I explained it was also due to one interaction they had and he said he speaks to the kids like a coach(which I explained from my opinion/perspective it didn't feel that way) My previous review mentioned my son got ring worm from borrowing the boxing gloves and he let me know that was impossible. I explained this was a gym and it was very possible but he wasn't having it so I stood my ground as well insisting he got it there because it happened after using their gloves which isn't a problem just brought it up as a precaution didn't need to be defensive about it He let me know that if I wasn't happy I could leave, I reminded him I paid for the year and it's not like he's going to refund me the remainder of the year. He said he wasn't kicking us out just letting us know we could leave if we weren't happy As far as the AC goes, he let me know the building isn't equipped with AC. He has 4 coolers installed which are on all day from the am until closing - I explained when I left the review it didn't feel like any cooler was on as the only hot breeze was from the 42" fan, no other. The reason for the one star was his approach and how he made me feel during this last interaction. I let him know I'd like to finish the remainder of the year for my son and not have to interact with him again.

Reality Based Self Defense!

MMA. SELF DEFENSE. FIGHTING.

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LIV Beach

4.0

(83 reviews)

2.0 mi

Had a great time for my bachelor party thanks to Brian Pfeiffer vip host for LIV Beach! His cell…read moreis 773-459-8133 if you need to book. He was great to work with.

I don't visit Las Vegas often, so planning a VIP day at LIV Beach Club was a little intimidating…read more Brian Pfeiffer, VIP Host (773-459-8133), made the entire process easy and gave me real peace of mind. He answered all my questions, stayed in touch throughout the planning process, and made sure everything was ready before we arrived. Our group had an amazing experience. I highly recommend reaching out to Brian if you're planning a VIP day at LIV Beach Club!

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Paseos Park

(61 reviews)

9.8 mi

Pretty nice park with plenty of shaded areas and two age groups of play sets. There is also a small…read moresand area by the younger age play set, up against a wall where parents can also sit nearby and it's under some trees also for shade. The splash pad is a large area and also has shade. Plenty of table/benches in shaded areas also and grassy spots all around. No swings at this park though if that's something you're wanting. I understand that kids can get hurt when they run in front of swings, but...maybe at least for the younger side with bucket swings where parents need to be present and it'll be less likely for kids to run in front of a moving swing. My youngest (3) kept asking and wanting to swing.

Been going here for years and every kid I've brought here loved and enjoyed this place…read more Sand area, huge grass area, fun playground and big splash pad are a big hit with kids. Covered picnic area is very convenient and a great place to retreat during summer time. Being maintained to ensure cleanliness every single morning!

Lovely evening stroll.

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Henderson Multigenerational Center

4.2

(113 reviews)

9.7 mi

This is a city recreation facility but open to the general public that aren't locals. We came since…read moreit's close to my parents new place and the swimming pools both inside and out are impressive given it's a local rec center. The locker rooms are below average akin to a YMCA in most suburban towns. We just came home to shower, no biggie.

I've been going to the Henderson Multigenerational Center since I was about 10 years old, and it's…read morestill one of my favorite community spots. I grew up going to summer camps here, and now I bring my daughter for swimming lessons--it's such a full-circle experience. Every visit has been incredible, whether as a kid or now as a parent. Even though the building has been around for a while, it's kept in great shape. The ambience is clean, welcoming, and family-friendly, and it really feels like a space for the whole community. The staff has always been amazing--friendly, helpful, and genuinely caring, which makes every experience that much better. One of the biggest pluses is the value. They offer so many activities at a really reasonable price, and this is definitely the place to find more discounted programs compared to elsewhere. From fitness classes and pools to kids' programs, you get so much for what you pay. Overall, the Henderson Multigenerational Center is a gem--nostalgic for me personally, but also such a reliable, affordable, and enjoyable place to bring my daughter. Highly recommend it for families and anyone looking to stay active in a welcoming environment!

Adult Lounge (on the left in the rec center)

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Cardio and weight room

Lake Jacqueline

4.4

(20 reviews)

7.3 mi

A truly amazing park. Peaceful and clean. A new place for me to be in my own mind, looking for…read moredreams and walking on clouds. A moment in time to reflect on a path to come or go.

This is a peaceful area in a nice neighborhood, but it's not the best spot if you're looking for a…read morelong, leisurely walk. You can walk along some of the main roads, but there isn't a full loop around the lake since parts of it back up to private homes. It's definitely a great setup for the residents, though, with privacy and waterfront views right in their own backyards.

Lake Jacqueline @ Desert Shores Community Association lakeside properties

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Sergio Penha is not only a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend and the most technical teacher I've encountered. He is one of the greatest people that I know. Training at Sergio's is a must if you live in the area! I travel from Maryland whenever I can to visit his school. read more

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