Revolution is not a gym, it is where strangers become friends and friends become family. I have been a member of Revolution Dojo for about 5 months now and my results are immeasurable. All my life, I have been an introvert. I've kept to myself and pretty much lived with a "me against the world" mentality. I first walked into the Revolution Dojo 10/12 I was greeted by strangers with smiles, greetings, and pats on the back welcoming me. This was very different from what I was expecting. I pictured myself being beat up, yelled at, and basically taught a hard lesson because I was the new guy. I could immediately feel welcomed. I have met many great people at Revolution and I can feel my personal bubble has overlapped with everyone else's creating a Venn diagram with Brazilian Jujitsu and Judo at the intersection. I could list all the quantitative feats I've accomplished from training hard in BJJ and Judo at Revolution Dojo like the fact that I've lost 22 lbs, lowered my body fat percentage from 24% to 13%, I've gone down 4 pant sizes, or developed a 6 pack with a 8 pack coming shortly. Now for the qualitative results: Let me tell you how I derived to the conclusion that Revolution Dojo has succeeded me. Jonathon Naranjo (one of the BJJ instructors) is my friend and mentor. He has taken time that he could spend training to help me with my BJJ development. He has taken a mat sloppy tennis player with no combative training and made me into a rolling Tasmanian devil. Jaime Lazcano ( the Judo instructor) explains Judo to me in a format that makes it easy for me to understand. He recognized that I have a very systematic way of learning, and explains judo in a format that I understand the best, angles in degrees, distances with units of measurement, directions with a constant reference, and balance in the percentage that which body weight is distributed. I have never left Judo class with an unclear concept or unanswered question when coach Jaime is around. Jeff Messina (The head BJJ instructor) recognizes there is more to life then metals and trophies. Just ignore that fact that almost all of the north wall of the Katy gym is completely covered in medals, trophies, and belts. Or dozens and dozens title won. Jeff is a wealth of knowledge and takes it as a privilege if he is able to pass what he knows onto his students. I would have no other person guide me in my martial arts journey. I am more confident than I have ever been. I am more respectful and less judgmental than I was before. I hug all my team members as soon as I see them. I am in better shape than I was when I played collegiate and challenger tennis. My relationship with my family is stronger than ever. Revolution Dojo is making me into the man every father wants his son to be... read more

Two years ago, my wife and I did a lot research before deciding on a martial arts school for our sons; they were 12 and 9 years old at the time. We visited several schools in the Katy area before deciding on Revolution Dojo. I can truly say that we made the right choice. Coach Jeff Messina, 2nd Degree Black Belt, has treated our family like an extension of his own. He is a wonderful teacher as well as a great mentor to my boys. The gym facilities are outstanding and the teaching is exceptional - Jeff teaches in a very detailed way, combining both self-defense training with the latest aspects of sport Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Coach Jeff is highly respected in the BJJ community and is a top competitor for the BJJ Revolution Team in the US and Nova Geracao in Brazil. This enables him to bring stars such as Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu (2013 Absolute ADCC champion), Rodrigo Medeiros (6th degree black belt and Revolution Team founder), and Dustin "Clean" Denes (3rd degree black belt and Brazilian National champion) to the gym for seminars. My boys have been competing in BJJ tournaments as well. They have both have expressed to me that they want to earn their black belts under Coach Jeff. I am truly thankful to Coach Jeff for the warmth, mentorship, and instruction he has given to my sons. read more

I am new to BJJ and have only been training for 7 weeks (Katy location). I'm 46 years old, 50 pounds overweight, and lack flexibility from spending most of the past 12 years neglecting my fitness while pursuing my career goals. Professor Messina often says, "Do what you can", and encourages people to not give up and trust the process. He has created an environment where people feel welcome and supported regardless of their age or fitness level. This attitude is exemplified throughout the other coaches and team members. I also have two boys (10 & 9) training at Revolution Dojo. They love the sport and the new friends they're making. The attitudes and sportsmanship of the kids is amazing. In addition to the coaches, several of the kids have come along side my two boys to correct a technique or make sure they understand the rules. My wife has commented twice about the rise in confidence in one of my boys since training here. Another reason Revolution Dojo is a great place to train is due to the number of classes offered throughout the week. Unable to make an evening class? No problem, go at over your lunch break, or better yet, early morning (check out the schedule). This allows folks with demanding schedules to get their training in. read more

I've trained at Revolution Dojo since June of 2016, so a little over a year at this point. Before I found Professor Messina and my new team, I trained at a couple other places while trying to find a home. My first day on the mat, I received a warm reception from everyone as if I had known them for quite some time already. Some of these new teammates have become better friends to me in the past year alone than most of the people I grew up with. The entire team is made of humble, hard working individuals, both on and off the mat. Everyone who trains here is a monster in his/her own right; even the white belts are solid and not to be taken lightly. The gym is spacious, clean and has tons to offer. You'd be hard pressed to find the same quality of instruction elsewhere that you would find here. Jeff, Veronica, Jaime and the other coaches are genuine individuals with a genuine passion for what they teach. There is so much personal reward and growth that can be found by training here, and what's best is that everyone here wants to help you achieve it. I hope anyone who is reading this review will seriously consider trying out one of the classes. It could be an experience that will, quite literally, change your life. read more

Jeff Messina and Revolution Dojo are the best of the best we recently started our training as a family 2 girls 13yo and 11yo, our son 6yo and me and my wife 37yo. Let me first say coach Messina is amazing he makes everyone from experianced fighters to the first day stundent (like us) feel confident and safe in the training environment. Its amazing to watch coach Messina so fluidly and effortlessly perform moves and answer questions from any student and he never has 1 answer about a position but can easily explain a dozen+ differant senarios that can arise from a particular position...just amazing. Coach Messina is an artist and is always insightfull and shows his passion for the art that is jiu jitsu. I have read how once you get into this sport/combat/training/game that it sticks with you for a life time...all I can say is my children, wife and myself already feel that way because Coach Messina and his team make Revolution Dojo a top notch training facility that will take anybody and make them feel part of a familiy and part of a team. read more

I highly recommend Revolution Dojo. We started our 3 eldest children here last year due to an unfortunate bullying issue that 2 of them encountered. One in Elementary School and one in Middle School. I looked and asked around and was immediately referred to Jeff Messina at Revolution Dojo in the Katy. Thanks to Jeff and his highly experienced team, my boys are now at a level where they not only do Brazilian Jui Jitzu but also started Mui Thai. They were able to, in addition to self defense skills, encourage my children to become confident again and want to go back to school. Now my youngest son (6 years old) started Brazilian Jiu Jitzu last week. This place is very family oriented. It's not just a Dojo where they just want your money, it a place where they care and get to know you. I have referred Revolution Dojo to my sister and my 5 years old niece who are now training with Coach Kimo in Mui Thai. I would never pick anywhere else to go. I have nothing but up most gratitude for what Revolution Dojo has done with my family. read more

I recently moved to Houston from Nevada and as a result had to leave my usual gyms. Staying active and having a chance to compete in a sport is very important to me. I started tagging along with my boyfriend to try BJJ in Katy in October and quickly fell in love with the sport. I have found Jiu-Jitsu to be the best all around exercise for my body and my mind. As a woman I have great training partners both male and female and always fell safe and empowered while rolling. I have so much to learn and appreciate how welcome I feel to join any class. On Saturdays I sometimes visit the Houston gym as well to roll with different people during open mat and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere as well as the competitive nature of the men and women there. Jeff and Veronica especially have made me feel motivated and excited to learn more! Thanks!! read more

It's the best destination if you want friends who motivate you, instructors who believe in you and teach you what you need to know, and an art that will help you improve your life. this gym is a great example to a "perfect environment" I've been here for almost a year and 2 months.. been training Muay Thai, Kickboxing .. and did just a month of BJJ .. Actually only because I was more interested in MT .. I've learned more stuff that other people I met that have been training for two years in other gyms .. They taught me discipline, determination, skills, and patience .. I Call this Place "HoME" .. coz everyone there treats others with respect and friendliness. after a long day at the university, I find myself driven to go there because it makes me feel better .. Don't miss it .. unless you wanna miss real training and real fam. read more

I've been training at Revolution Dojo since March 2012 and I can honestly say that signing up for jiu jitsu classes here is one of the best choices I've ever made! Everyone at Revolution Dojo is super friendly, helpful and patient. The higher belts do not have egos like higher belts at other jiu jitsu schools have sometimes. If you're a female and are intimidated by the idea of signing up, try the Women's Friday night class - that's how I got started, then slowly began attending additional classes. Not only is jiu-jitsu a full body workout, it also helps to release stress, and it boosts your self-confidence as well. It's great for self-defense purposes too! As David B. noted already, jiu jitsu is extremely addicting once you do begin! But Revolution Dojo really is the best place you can attend! read more

If your looking to pick up a cool new hobby, get in shape, learn some self defense or simply make new friends I can't recommend Revolution dojo in Katy enough I have only been doing jiu jitsu for about a year at the time of this post but I feel I will carry the experiences and new relationships I have formed throughout my life. The gym itself is very spacious with a dedicated weightlifting/CrossFit space and changing rooms and a mat that fits up to 50+ people at a time The staff at Revolution dojo are very high level and real martial artist but more importantly they are kind and welcoming people that will make you feel comfortable and answer any question you may have. If your in the Katy/Houston area come check out Revolution dojo I promise you won't regret it!!! read more

I have 3 kids, A 14 year old daughter, an 11 year old son, and a 7 year old son who all attend Revolution Dojo and train Jiu Jitsu. As a parent you take a leap of faith when you hand your kids over to someone to train. I must say Coach Jeff Messina, Coach Isaac Eubank and Veronica Mota, have been all I could have hoped for and more. Yes they are interested in developing my kids Jiu Jitsu to the highest level, but they also care deeply about my children as people and that is something you just can't fake.. My kids learn practical lessons about life thru Jiu Jitsu and their tutelage. They learn to win gracefully, to lose gracefully, and that there is no substitute for hard work. IF I could give Revolution Dojo ten stars I would. Its been just an amazing place. read more

In the past I went to a BJJ school and had a very bad experience. I hated Judo, and was loosing interest in BJJ all because of the lack of discipline and respect. As parents we wanted a school that is family oriented. I would have to advice you to come to professor Jeff Messina at the Revolution dojo. He is a highly respected BJJ black belt and is always very respectful with all his students and parents. now I love judo and BJJ. I have my 4year old along with my teen training at revolution. come experience the best BJJ at revolution. I strongly recommend it, and know for a fact that professor Jeff Messina will make you a world champion if you have the dedication. Honestly I skip work to go train, its just so awesome . read more

I highly recommend Revolution Dojo. My son has been training there for about 2 years. The kids classes are excellent. Professor Jeff Messina (black belt) is a hands-on instructor as is his wife, Veronica (brown belt), and between them they run a very technical and disciplined program. My son is in great shape, has confidence and knows how to protect himself if ever needed. I do not train, but the adult classes are very good from what I have seen and heard from friends who do train there. The class schedules are great and the atmosphere is very welcoming. If you are thinking about learning jiu-jitsu or looking for a new place to train, Revolution Dojo is where you need to be. read more

I would highly recommend Revolution to anyone who is even remotely interested in martial arts or getting in shape. The coaching staff is stacked with world-class competitors and professional fighters who are true masters of their craft and will help you every step of the way. I was able to train Muay Thai Kickboxing under Mark Beecher for 8 months while I lived in Houston and got into better shape than I ever thought I would while also learning a ton about the sport. The gym has a great atmosphere and is full of people willing to give advice and help you learn the ropes from day 1. Overall, it's a great gym and I hope to make it back in the future! read more

I periodically visit Houston for work and recently started dropping in at both Revolution Houston and Revolution Katy. I've found the students to be skillful, tough opponents that are also humble and welcoming. The instruction is top notch, Jeff Messina is the real deal! I've also spent time with some of the other instructors who I was also impressed with. Between these two gyms there are a ton of guys to roll with, I couldn't see getting bored anytime soon. I highly recommend coming in if you are travelling through town or looking for you new permanent BJJ home in Houston/Katy. read more

This is one of the most amazing places to train! I have been to many schools around the country, and although they were good...none of them matched up to the quality of instruction, frequency of available classes, and warmth of the community here at revolution dojo. One truly becomes part of the team and a family. Owners Professor (BJJ black belt) Jeff Messina and Judo Black Belt Jamie Lazcano are amazing coaches, mentors, and competitors. They, along with all the other coaches at both locations (houston and Katy) are equally as passionate and care about your growth in the sport. read more

Revolution Dojo is the best place to train. I was nervous walking in the first couple times, but the team there is very friendly and overall it's a really positive environment, very welcoming of anyone regardless of skill level. Jeff Messina's instruction is top notch and the facility is great. If you want to improve your BJJ or you've just been thinking about giving it a try, I wouldn't think twice about checking this place out. There's also Judo/Boxing/Muay Thai/and Crossfit classes as well as kids classes. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. read more

This was my first time visiting Houston and I wanted to catch some rolls prior to flying back home. Luckily I came across Revolution Dojo. I spoke with Jeff in the phone prior to visiting the facility. Jeff was a rad dude; Extremely accommodating and friendly. I visited the Katy location for a 12PM no gi class. Learned some cool new techniques, had some tough rolls, met some really rad people. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an awesome gym with chill vibes. I will definitely be back. Mike G DEATH SET APPAREL read more

Excellent place to train Jiu Jitsu and Judo! Instructors Jeff Messina and Jaime Lezcano are enthusiastic and clearly make the process of learning martial arts easy and enjoyable. Atmosphere of the students are humble, down to earth, and friendly which provide a fun and relaxed open environment to learn. They are willing to help students and answer their questions well after class has ended almost everyday. Their instruction is very detailed and does not miss a beat. Stop by and give them a shot, you won't regret it! Thank You! read more