Amazing, amazing place. The professors are extremely nice and the training partners are all top…read morenotch. I've been coming here sporadically over the last few months. I commute a lot for work, and up until last week wasn't actually a 'Gracie Barra' member. Despite this, these guys would always let me come in for a roll or classes... and more often than not - for free! Seriously, this is one of the best places you can go for learning. Jiu jitsu is a tough sport and when you have access to great people, multiple world champions and great vibes - you can't go wrong!

Went once for their first "free class" and they didn't let me train bcs it was a lvl 2 class and…read morethey didn't "know my experience level". I've been training for a while now (2 yrs) and they didn't even let me get on the mats to at least show where I'm at. Never been to a gym that rejects a new member

I came for a drop-in class while on vacation. As I'm preparing for a tournament I didn't want to go…read morea full week without training. Coach Fergus was very friendly and guided the early 6am class. All the training partners were very friendly as well. No egos, just fun rolling in situational positions. I enjoyed the more modern approach of playing situations rather than basic drilling. I definitely recommend 10th planet for any travelers looking to stay active or any locals looking to start their jiu jitsu journey. Thank you Coach Fergus and the 10th planet family for the warm welcome!

Can't say enough good stuff about 10th Planet Albuquerque Jiu Jitsu! Nate Harris is a great…read moreinstructor and runs an awesome team! The gym is kept very clean, and it's a really welcoming environment for everyone, from beginners to advanced levels. Go visit 10th Planet Albuquerque and you'll see what I mean!

Great experience so far! Our son loves the instructors who makes each session fun but focused. We…read morewill definitely recommend this place to whomever is looking for their child to gain strength and discipline.

This is a fantastic academy for anyone - kids to adult, just beginning to experienced professional…read more My 5 year old son and I both take classes here. I've never met a more competent and yet relaxed and fun team - and head instructor Justin Hall is fantastic. I really can't recommend him highly enough. BJJ, or any martial art, can be intimidating to start. Something a lot of us want to do, or dream about, but we're hesitant, maybe afraid to go in - remembering Cobra Kai from our youth in the Karate Kid. Well it's not like that at all. They're warm, welcoming, and fun. Justin exudes a confidence only born of competence, you see it in people who are great at what they do, whatever it is. Justin is the consummate teacher - patient, yet exacting. He knows his stuff, and he's not in this just for minting belts and making money. He in fact will limit the size of his school ultimately - so I'd get in now. There is no better place in NM. There may be other great facilities, but I can guarantee you that you will be happy you went here.

After wondering about the program and being unsure of what it could do for my children, I can…read moreproudly say that I have been bringing my kids here for about a year now. The program is not only good for their physical health, but their mental health. After the pandemic came and my kids were stuck at home all the time, they really suffered from not seeing friends and family. Involving them in Gracie Barra has been life-changing for them. They are learning not just about self defense, but about taking pride in yourself, how to treat others and yourself with respect, time management, and so many other small life lessons I see them absorbing every day on the mat. The professors truly care about the children and the kind of people they turn into. I would very highly recommend this school to anybody - adult or child - that wants to learn something about themselves.

The best martial arts gym in Albuquerque! The place is super clean. They teach Brazilian JuiJitsu…read moreand Judo as well. They have an amazing kids program and they won first place in the winter tournament! Highly recommend this place!!!

What a cool spot…read more This is the MMA gym where true champions were created. This is the gym where Jon Jones, Holly Holm, Carlos Condit, Rashad Evans, Donald Cerrrone and Diego Sanchez and many others have all trained MMA. As far as legendary MMA gyms, this one is as good as any in the world. While traveling to my hotel in downtown Albuquerque, I saw this huge building with the Jackson Wink Academy name on it. I noticed they had a store, so decided to stop by to see if they had a t-shirt for my nephew who loves MMA. Upon arrival, I noticed they opened at 11am , so I went inside to see what they had. The worked greeted us right away and made us feel very welcome. After going thru what they had in stock, I selected a cool black t-shirt with the Jackson Wink Academy logo on it and I picked it up for $30. Overall I really enjoyed my visit, I got to see a legendary mma gym and got a really cool shirt to remember the visit. If in the area, I recommend you stop by and check out the spot where mma champions are born!!

The best, they are fun to learn. It started as a small area now ots a big one at the downtown. I…read moreleft 2 years ago because its far away

This gym is awesome, one of the best values in the area. I've gone to several gyms and found this…read moreone to be the best. I'm new to Jiu-Jitsu and found the instructors and other students to be encouraging and helpful. There is lots of space to move around in. And $10 for a drop in class.

From the owner: Free trial week for all adults students. No yearly commitment, no contracts. Come in today to get…read morestarted.

I had a business trip to New Mexico. I reached out to West Side Gracie Barra about dropping in for…read morea class. Russell the Professor said to stop by to come train. The next day I attended the class at 9 am (which Russell was teaching) I was impressed on the techniques he had to show. The school has a positive vibe and the students were all very respectful. I felt safe and welcomed. I travel all over the US for business and train BJJ where ever I go. I must say that West Side Gracie Barra is one of the best academies I've train at. Besides my home town Upland. After class, Russell took time to help me out with my game and gave me all shorts of tips. I was blown away with his kindness and willingness to share his knowledge. If this is how he treats his visitors, his students are very lucky! I can't recommend West Side Gracie Barra enough. If you are in New Mexico area, this is a great place to train Brazilian jujitsu from a knowledgeable instructor in a fun, safe, clean environment. Thank you Russell can't wait to go back.

I started here about 2 years ago and now have my 4 year old in their Tiny Champions class. The…read moreincredible staff and students create an atmosphere where you can't help but feel a sense of belonging. Hats off to Gracie Barra for making what would normally be a daunting first time experience something we look forward to every week!

I went here as someone who is very overweight, out of shape, with a hip replacement. I was nervous…read moreas heck to workout anywhere because, lets face it, we don't want to be judged even if we are trying to better ourselves. As soon as I walked in I felt welcomed. Everyone was so kind and supportive. You go at your own pace and they encourage you non stop. Krav Maga is now my favorite and I look forward to the classes. Your first two classes are free.... So check it out at least! You wont regret it.

I have been on this crazy journey to find a good place to teach me to fight. ( I secretly have…read moreambitions to be the next Holly Holmes :) What you get here is down and dirty and practical. From my very first class I got a workout and left with applicable skills, which is extremely hard to do! The first class I took was the Krav Maga. I was a little intimidated at first, being the only one in the class that didn't have some kind of belt, but the other students and Zane, the owner and instructor, made me feel really welcome. Just to be clear, what I am looking for is to be actually able to deploy moves, not just run through drills, and Zane gives you that right from the beginning. We worked on disarming a knife, two person attack, and kicking drills. The other class I have attended is the Women's Self Defense class. This is taught by Michelle, Zane's wife. I think every woman needs to take this class! We learned that pony tail grabs are a common attack point and how to disable someone that attacks in this manner. Repetition makes perfect but what I like is that after one class you have enough grip on the fundamentals that I feel like I could deploy some version of it. Great place!!

The first time I walked into Abq-Kickboxing -MMA I was struck by the feeling of the place...it felt…read moreREAL...the first workout I had was so intense I nearly didn't go back. The second one I took a friend for support...I survived and have been going for nearly two years! Started with a couple days a week (on the intro plan) and now go 4-5 days a week for the bag workouts...in nearly two years I have never had a workout that was the same! They are intense, fun and totally addicting! The coaches/instructors are all highly skilled at what they do and very approachable, willing to answer questions and watch that you are executing the moves with proper technique. My goals have never been to lose weight here, but I have gained alot of muscle tone, stamina and strength. I usually stick to the bag workouts, but have also tried some of the "focus fit" and "savate" classes. They offer a lot of Muay Thai and MMA classes too. I love that the gym is very family friendly and LOCAL...yup, not a chain folks....check them out if you are looking for authentic kickboxing or MMA in Albuquerque! Abq-Kickboxing-MMA offers two free classes to check out the gym and staff...highly recommended. Plus they are in the same business block as Villa Myriam http://www.yelp.com/biz/villa-myriam-albuquerque if you need some pre-workout caffeine.

Unassuming, replete with character and proudly gritty, this stout lair of sweat and stamina is…read morebound to be the birthplace of the next great fighter in ABQ. The locale is entirely alien: just another storefront in the midst of another boring strip mall, walking in the door delivers something akin to a modern-day Rocky training complex, the kind of arena where Adrian isn't just sitting in the corner cheering her honey on, she's laced up in the ring, sparring and whipping the bastards to pieces. Combat sports have entered a new era, folks. The ladies are seriously into this competition, and we're not boxing, we're throwing elbows and push-kicks and choke holds. ABQ Kickboxing provides all the ammunition necessary to be a Bad Ass. A truly local resource, the facility and staff are the small dog in the franchise fight; they simply don't have the monetary resources to supply the shine and sheen of the box gyms. Here, the walls are plastered with sponsors who support 'em, much of the equipment is well worn or in need of repair, there aren't any fancy machines, just a few dumbbells and kettlebells and medicine balls, it's a hodgepodge and the instructors do what they can to utilize 'em into the workouts. Workouts run 45 minutes, a big plus in my book, just about perfect for the overworked professional. The floor matting is thick semi-absorbent foam, akin to the stuff a baby could crawl on, great for your feet, which is important because you'll be kicking the bags barefoot. The bags are full-size, they drag the foam, something I generally prefer to UFC Gym (but the benefits are debatable). Workouts run the gamut, but the average routine involves a mix of bag work, stations, ab routines and virtually no stretching. Best you arrive early and get yo'self limber before the lesson. And dig it: participants are asked to clean up after their own mess after the punishment is dealt, just a squirt bottle and a towel. I've said it before and I'll say it again: I'm a sweaty bastard, I give a new definition to someone who can make it rain. Here, I also clean up my dollahs. Aside from the classes, there's a boxing ring (ground level) and a grappling arena, there's plenty of instruction for those who want to take the plunge. They offer two free classes for the newbies so you have no excuse, go check it out. One bathroom, something of a downer, and a lot of the square footage is occupied by a front desk area that probably should be half the size to accommodate more equipment. Overall, I return to the opening paragraph theme: this is the place where ABQ's next big thing will train, compete and ultimately find fame. The gym absolutely bleeds Eye of the Tiger. Go check it out, and don't get discouraged if your first workout doesn't do the trick. Try another. I did and I'm hurtin'.

Sure good service but the thing is 200$ a months way to expensive for Jiujistu Pefessor Matt's…read moregood in all and I get he needs the money to upgrade his dojo but 200$ is

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