I visited Austin on business travel and reached out to sensei Gabe to see if I could visit for some…read moretraining. Gabe welcomed me with open arms and taught an excellent gi class. Kirk, Josh and the other students were all super friendly and willing to help. If you don't mind rolling in the heat (helps you sweat!) I strongly recommend anyone come out and visit. The class was very well done and Gabe is a great teacher. Oss!

Both my daughter (10 years old) and my husband attend classes at Gracie Barra RR and we have been…read moreso impressed. My husband has been attending for almost 3 years now and our daughter became interested after watching some of his classes. Next month will be a year since our daughter started and Professor Andre, Coach Eric, Coach Brayden, and Coach Stormy have been a huge influence on her and we credit them with helping her gain incredible confidence. BJJ has helped her grow so much on and off the mat in just one year. Professor Andre and the staff have such a way with the kids. Teaching them valuable qualities such as respect, hard work, discipline and leadership all while learning valuable self defense skills and the kids have fun every class! For parents of girls give it a chance! Our "girly girl" looks forward to every class and loves to show off her new skills to us. She even came to us and said her goal is to compete this year. Which I never would have thought she'd want to do. We have attended classes at the other sister schools in the area as well and they all seem to have the same quality staff there too. So if you live closer to another school you can't go wrong with any of them. Professor Fabio has done a great job recruiting an impressive staff that we are happy to trust our kiddo with.

If you're in Roundrock, Texas make sure to check out this Gracie Barra as well as Professor Fabio…read more Definitely the best BJJ Black Belt in the area as well as just a good person. When you visit this school, I'll just say you're welcome now for giving you the recommendation, because I know you'll thank me later!

Prof Miguel has taught me jiu jitsu from the very first day I started over four years ago at a…read moreprevious academy to now. I have trained and dropped in at many different schools (in the US and internationally) over the past four years, and Clan Velez truly stands out. I decided to sign up when the academy opened because of Prof Miguel's years of experience, professionalism, and character. What really sets Clan Velez apart is the transparency and structure. Pricing and the full schedule are available online, which saved me time and allowed me to plan my week. The sign up process was quick, easy, took less than 10 minutes, and came with no pressure. The membership also includes a Clan Velez branded gi and belt. Prof Miguel provides detailed step by step walkthroughs of techniques before drilling, which I really appreciate for my learning style. He teaches with clear instruction, making it easier to understand, remember, and execute techniques. He also incorporates judo, gi, and no gi training, which helps me feel well rounded as a practitioner. The environment is welcoming and supportive, especially for women. Prof Miguel's wife (Aimee) and their daughter train as well. Aimee is super welcoming and checks in to make sure everyone feels comfortable and supported. Classes are fun, organized, and always start and end on time. There is freedom with gi and rashguard colors, but the academy is still very structured and professional. I am treated like an adult, even with the ranking system of the sport. Prof Miguel is also available after class to answer questions. The facility is brand new and includes individual changing rooms, ADA accessible bathrooms, cold water, a coffee station, and plenty of parking. The bright natural lighting and location away from high traffic also make a big difference for my mental health. Prof Miguel is also an ambassador for Tap Cancer Out, and his family/the academy is very involved with the cause. This is something I am excited to be part of and it speaks volumes about the academy/him/his family's values. I cannot say enough great things about Clan Velez and highly recommend it to anyone looking to start jiu jitsu or find a new jiu jitsu home in the greater Austin/Round Rock/Georgetown area. Information and updates can be found on their Instagram @clanvelez and on their website at clanvelez.com

The continued dedication to the art of bjj is still there even though they are growing quickly.read more

I have experiences with other gyms, both as 'home' gyms and as a visitor. My focus is on Gi…read morejiu-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.

My son was interested in jiu-jitsu, so we went to Brazilian Fight Factory (BFF) and signed him up…read morefor 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.

Covid ruined this place for our family. We chose to go to a Christian company that teaches the kids…read moreto defend not just attack. I think this place was great to use as fun "for show" place but my child was not taught how to defend himself and lacked confidence. After being with the new company for a couple of years now my child has grown in leaps and bounds and he is more then capable of defending himself. I think this place would do better if they did grappling and not just it's cool punches. Thank you for the time that you impacted my son.

Love working out here! I have been a member since they opened a year ago and so glad I joined. The…read moreboot camp and kickboxing classes are always fun and challenging. Something different so I never get bored! Jake is the best of the best when it comes to true martial arts instruction. He's so patient, encouraging and knowledgeable. He really knows how to break down the instruction so we understand the whys and how. He is also good with beginners and helps them modify exercises to fit their level. I feel like i'm always growing and improving physically and mentally. Love me some PAMA!

Everything about six blades is amazing. The coaches are incredibly patient but also command…read moreattention in the best way. My son has had the best experience and we couldn't be happier. The location is great and the facility is very nice. Highly recommend them!!

Highly recommend their children's classes. Even though it's a long day with school, our son highly…read morelooks forward to coming. The instructors are welcoming, engaging and positively enforce listening, attitude and respect. Our first trial class my son (who had just turned 4 y/o) cried the entire class. Now we're crying because we are moving away. We will miss you Six Blades! Keep on making your positive impact!!!

I've visited Cornerstone quite a bit when I was staying with my friend who trains here. Miguel is…read morethe owner and head instructor and let me come train here whenever I was in town. They offer a free week of training to anyone regardless of experience, both of which is rare; it's rare for that length of time and it's only offered to new people. On top of that, the Open Mats on Saturday are free to all. An interesting quirk here is that the classes aren't divided into Gi/No-Gi classes. Miguel's approach is that everyone should be proficient in both so there's a weekly rotation between Gi and No-Gi which goes towards being well-rounded. I usually stick with Gi classes but by coming here I couldn't 'hide out' in my pajamas. What's more I know for a fact that Professor Miguel has always been willing to help out his students life situation he'll find a way to keep his students training.

Just dropped in for a session at Cornerstone. Everyone was super friendly and the training was…read moregood. I definitely would recommend it to anyone looking for a place to train regardless of skill level. The coach Miguel embodies the spirit of Brazilian jiu jitsu ossss

Cooper MMA is a very well rounded gym . They offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai, Judo,…read moreMixed Martial Arts (MMA), Strength and Conditioning, Self Defense Classes for all ages . Children's classes run four days a week Mon - Thu 4:15-5:00pm for kids ages 4-6 and Mon-Thu 5:00-6:00pm & Sat mornings at 9 for kids 7and up . Adult classes are daily and staggered with multiple training times to fit your needs so if you can't show up for BJJ at noon for example there is also an evening class you can attend. Judo ,Muay Thai and Boxing are set on various days and like the Jiu-Jitsu class there are usually more than one class on the specific days set for those classes . This place has the most patient and very well rounded instructors around Austin. They take the time to go over technique and fundamentals for all new comers. My son joined when he barley turned 6 and is now 7 and loves every moment of his experience here and plans to make it a lifetime sport. Sean and Jillian Cooper owners of Cooper MMA are extremely accomplished individuals and well rounded in MMA with several years and certifications under their belts. They are great at getting shy kids to focus and really unleash their full potential. Coach Eric is outstanding and an extremely patient instructor. Never once has he had a negative reaction when someone isn't understanding something but instead through positive reinforcement redirects the kids until they are successful at whether he is trying to teach them even if he has to take them aside individually for a second and go over the fundamentals and techniques until they get it rite. Coach Duce and Coach Scott are equally supportive and great with children and have the upmost interest in genuinely helping you understand how to properly defend yourself wether it be boxing or Jiu-Jitsu . These instructors make this place the amazing experience that it is and truly love what they do. Cooper MMA is giving free one week trials and discounts to those who have multiple people in one family sign up at a time . I highly recommend coming in to try a free week to see if you like it and I guarantee if you decide to stick with it you will notice a big difference in you or your child's confidence. Everyone needs to have a level of self awareness and self defense at some point in their lives it's never too late . They have currently moved to a new location at 12129 N FM 620 RD SUITE 330 AUSTIN, TX 78750 And are currently finishing up construction but will have two showers two restrooms and a lot more when complete . It is still a functional gym and classes are in full swing . 512-335-0800 INFO@COOPERMMA.COM

Cooper MMA has a great kids' class!! Our son loves coming here. Sean teaches the class himself with…read morean amazing assistant. He has a knack for teaching the youngsters. Very patient, very kind, the kids are getting expert level training amd having a blast!