Training at Gustavo Dantas BJJ has been one of the most defining experiences of my competitive and…read morepersonal development. This academy is not just a place to train it's a place where athletes are forged. Every competition I've entered, every win I've earned, and every lesson learned in loss has been shaped by the time, sweat, and intention poured into me by the coaching staff. Gustavo Dantas sets the standard. His attention to detail, pressure-tested techniques, and ability to see what an athlete needs before they see it themselves is elite. His leadership creates a culture where excellence is expected, not hoped for. Pro. Paul, Josh, Teague, and Jeff have each played a critical role in refining my game. From competition strategy, positional awareness, pressure management, and mental composure they consistently invested real time and energy into my growth. That level of coaching is rare. What separates this academy is that they don't just teach techniques they elevate competitors. They sharpen you, correct you, push you, and hold you to a higher standard because they genuinely care about your progress. I'm grateful for every round, every correction, every hard conversation, and every moment they chose to invest in me. The results show up on the mats, in competition, and in confidence. If you're serious about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu whether as a competitor or someone seeking mastery this is the place. Respect. Gratitude. Loyalty.

I had one of the best experiences here! I came in not knowing a single thing about jiu jitsu and…read moreleft not only learning a ton of self defense skills but getting to meet some very cool and supportive people! I am a very anxious person but gdbjj made me feel very welcome and at ease and I couldn't have chosen a better place to train. I highly recommend taking classes here for people of all ages!

Great staff. Very inclusive and supportive. Great group. Came with a group of first timers and…read morepeople who had practiced years and everyone enjoyed their Saturday open mat session

Amazing inviting gym. Coach Moses was incredibly knowledgeable and super warming. can't wait to…read morevisit again

We appreciate the tactful and efficient coaching styles. Their focus on precise technique and…read morethoughtful guidance makes learning both challenging and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve their skills in a supportive environment.

My experience of mistreatment and injury For context, I have…read moremy blue belt in BJJ, so the martial art is not new to me. I am more than a beginner but certainly not an expert. I am also aware that injuries happen, it's a martial art after all. However, I am also aware that experienced black belt instructors are not supposed to be reckless and hurt students. I am writing this review to warn others about the conduct I experienced at this gym. Conduct that appeared to me to be condoned and enabled by others. During my very first time rolling with Coach Ramsey Green, my clavicle was snapped into 3 pieces and I had to have surgery the next week to install a metal plate and 10 screws. This injury occurred less than a minute into the rolling session, which is normally about 5 minutes. When at his first two attempts he could not take me down, I sensed he lost his temper and became frustrated. He then aggressively took me down on my side and SLAMMED his body weight onto my opposite shoulder, causing serious injury. This is a ridiculous display of immaturity and ego that this gym claims to be against. Never in my 3+ years training in BJJ have I dealt with a coach so blatantly immature and aggressive. After getting home from the ER, I called the women's black belt coach, who happened to be there at the time of incident, to update her. During this call, she admitted that she had concerns about Ramsey herself, but was afraid to take them to anyone. She would jokingly say things like everyone has a "Ramsey arm" from being arm-barred too aggressively. And that Ramsey would have "revenge rolls" with others in class if he felt he didn't beat them on a previous roll. All this told me that his behavior was being enabled at least by her, and very likely the owner and other instructors as well. When I told the owner, Paul Nava, what happened, he made no efforts to assure me something like this would not happen at his gym again. There was no offer of support in any way and no offer of action to prevent this from happening again. His response was that Ramsey was given a "talking to." Whatever that meant, it certainly did not mean he was suspended from teaching in any way. To my second point: this gym boasts that they are all about supporting women in BJJ, however, when I brought the concerns to the women in a WhatsApp chat, I was immediately blocked from it. It became very clear to me that they were going to protect him and his reputation, not validate any of my concerns. I absolutely love BJJ with a passion, and I will not allow one reckless instructor to prevent me from continuing to train, but I will never train here again and I do not recommend it to anyone else. Sadly, I really enjoyed training here initially and thought I had made friends, but their response to my injury was a complete betrayal of my trust and extremely hurtful. If you are looking to train in BJJ, find a good gym that makes safety a priority, and does not just look the other way when a student is seriously injured. The very least a gym can do is to ensure that every student, no matter what rank, is practicing in a safe environment.

I've been training at Kiko France Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over five years, it's truly been one of…read morethe best decisions I've made in my 20s. Kiko is an incredible instructor--technical, patient, and genuinely invested in every student's growth. The culture he's built is welcoming, disciplined, and supportive. I've met some of my best friends on these mats, and it's become much more than just a place to train. They also have outstanding kids and women's programs that reflect the intentional, high-quality environment here. If you're thinking about starting Jiu Jitsu or looking for the right academy, this is it.

Put my 4 year old daughter in here and she absolutely loves this place. If your looking for place…read morethat teaches respect, confidence & is family oriented, this gym is everything and more! Maria & Kiko are amazing, along with everyone else! They make you feel so welcomed and like a family. This gym not only teaches you about Jiu Jitsu and the fundamentals of it but it teaches you about the respect of the sport and eachother.

Purebred feels like home. I signed up my son on Tuesday and he has been attending the kids' class…read moreat 4:30 with Gerson. Gerson has a gift at teaching jiu jitsu and his passion for the art has been absorbed by my son. My son gets excited to learn jiu jitsu with Gerson and gets excited to go. Gerson helped him strategize and gave my son confidence before his first competition at the Southwest Classic yesterday. With Gerson's advice and mentorship, my son won his first silver medal. We also had the opportunity to attend Purebred's grand opening yesterday. The vibe felt great. It has the amazing family feel.

Best gym in town, prices are great and staff is awesome. Great location, training is superb, my kid…read moreloves coming and that is what it is all about.

During our visit to Phoenix, our 11-year-old daughter, a yellow-black belt, had private training…read moresessions at 10th Planet Phoenix to prepare her for an upcoming IBJJF tournament. Professor John Botello provided exceptional private training sessions to our daughter. His instruction was clear, patient, and detail-focused, and he tailored the sessions to our daughter's skill level and helped make real improvements in her technique. The school has a welcoming atmosphere, and you can tell they care about their students' progress. Highly recommend training here!

John Botello is one of the best instructors when it comes to Jiu Jitsu, and obviously a total…read moremaster of the 10th Planet system. The community at 10th planet is full of wonderful people as well, everyone is very chill and respectful. I highly recommend checking out 10th planet if you are looking to learn the sport of Jiu Jitsu and make new friends

Team Beauregard Jiu Jitsu is the best kept secret in the martial arts world. Ryan Beauregard and…read morestaff take a genuine interest your goals and help you achieve them. Whether your goal is weight lose or becoming the next IBJJF World Champion, Team Beauregard can make those goals become reality. Many instructors claim to have the knowledge but very few have the proof. Ryan has achieved success in becoming a IBJJF World Champion. His facility in Mesa has produced many local, state and national champions. These achievements show his extreme dedication to the sport of jiu jitsu and the knowledge to take your game to the next level. The schedule at Beauregards is flexible and accommodating for any person with the desire to train. With classes scheduled on Mon, Weds, Fri, & Sat, Team Beaurgard makes it real hard to come up with an excuse to skip jiu jitsu. Still can't make it, Ryan and his instructors offer private lessons. So.. Why do I think Ryan is the best instructor in Phoenix? I have trained jiu jitsu for years before coming to Ryan. I had some difficulties in jiu jitsu given my unique body type. I decided this wasn't for me and tried other activities to attempt to stay in shape. I belong to a gym and even tried cross-fit. 14 months later I came to him 25# overweight and couldn't last 3 minutes on the mat due to my lack of cardio. 6 months later, I am the IBBJF Blue belt National Champion and down almost 30#. Being a prior service Marine, I can say that training jiu jitsu allows me to stay in the best shape of my life. For anyone even remotely interested in jiu jitsu, grappling, or just fitness (staying in shape) training jiu jitsu is the best workout you will EVER get. If you want the best instructor in Phoenix, contact Ryan Beauregard.

Great instruction by Ryan Beauregard. Clean workout facility and friendly people. They have a New…read moreStudent membership for $60 per month and classes are Mon, Weds and Fri 6pm-7pm. It's definitely worth the money if you want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I usually go to classes on Mondays and Fridays, and it's the best workout I've had in years.

Wonderful community, fantastic instructors! Been going here for 2 years and our whole family loves…read moreit.

What a great place to train and I'm so glad to start my BJJ journey here! One day I was driving…read moredown Baseline and that's when I saw the White 2 Black sign. I said to myself "why not try this place out since it's relatively new". Boy, am I glad I took that leap of faith. Professor Italo and Professor Sara are amazing teachers. Both have many years of experience and knowledge in Brazilian jiu jitsu. They bring such great energy in class and so does the other students!

Instructor is incredibly knowledgeable and a talented teacher. Such a pleasure to train with!read more

My daughter and I have taken eight Krav Maga classes with Gene. We…read more must really like it - for we both keep coming back!