I have been taking Ju-Jitsu for a little more than a month. I am an older person and was looking…read morefor a way to expand my health exercises, have fun, learn something new, mentally challenge myself and learn how to better defend myself. This experience has exceed my expectations. It takes a little time to get into the groove of learning something new. Just keep at it and you learn to appreciate the experience. Also the instructors are great. They really take the time to break down the moves, coach you through the nuances and develop a new skill. I am really pleased with the staff, the environment and the people you meet going through the experience with you..

Amazing instructors, very talented and great students…read more Never too late to start. I just started 6 months ago at 47 and can't wait to learn more Highly recommend

I'm a BJJ blue belt and I came into town to train and compete at ADCC Atlanta and this gym was…read moreperfect and everybody was very welcoming. Whether you're looking for some hard rounds to compete and prepare or just get a good workout, the schedule has classes perfect for you. Tony was very mature and respectful and welcoming to myself and everybody else and it was a pleasure to have the opportunity to train here.

I trained with Tony for years at Alliance, and getting to train with him again at his own school…read morewas awesome. He's built up a squad of very technical guys, and the culture he's developed in his gym is one of the best I've seen. Everyone went out of their way to make me feel welcome, and I never felt like I had a target on my back during rolls. Tony trained for years with both Matt Serra (Renzo Gracie) and Alliance when legends like Lucas Lepri were teaching, and it gives him the unique perspective from having seen how two of the top teams in the sport teach and train. Alpharetta is very lucky to have him, and I'd easily tell anyone looking for a quality place to visit or train to stop by.

Came in for thanksgiving, everyone was super nice, gave me hard rolls, and they were able to get…read morethe waiver done for me quickly after I walked in the door. Not only the men but the women were just as much of a challenge. Obviously great leadership for everyone.

Leonardo Nogueira is an amazing head instructor who takes care of the rest of the instructor staff…read more(also amazing) and students. They have a new facility located on 5290 Roswell Rd Ste A170 Sandy Springs, GA 30342. The facility is state-of-the-art with 3 brand new fuji mat areas and an expanded class schedule offering NoGi 6 days a week! Definitely a great place whether you are looking to train Gi or Nogi, no matter your age or gender. HIGHLY recommend.

When I was contemplating learning Jiu Jitsu at 47 years old, I was uncertain if there was a place…read morefor me - thankfully my uncertainty was put to rest the moment I walked in the door and met Professor Maajid Al-Kush. After 2 weeks of classes 3-4x a week, I cannot express how humbling, welcoming and rewarding this experience has been. From Instructors to students of all levels, I was welcomed with open arms. There are no bad attitudes here - everyone helps everyone progress with patience and enthusiasm. The availability of evening and afternoon classes is a huge bonus as well. If you're considering learning BJJ, this is THE place. It's hard work but each class is rewarding and addictive. Do it!!

From the owner: Our academy specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for kids and adults. Our instructors are highly…read moreskilled and passionate. At Team Mongoose BJJ we offer a fun, family-oriented environment focused on promoting discipline, respect and continued self-development.

I have done BJJ at 3 other gyms and this is by far the best. Everyone I've come across has an…read moreattitude to help and no one has "gone to far" in rolling. There is a general attitude of respect, not just socially but respect to not injure your teammate. The staff take cleanliness seriously, being the only gym (or business for that matter) to supply disinfectant wipes to clean feet and hands to eliminate the spread of staph. Mats are routinely swept and disinfected. I participate in the Gracie Combatives curriculum which has a limited number of techniques to keep you safe in a street fight with a focus on both parties leaving uninjured and resolving the conflict with negotiation once you have gained control of the perpetrators body. The fact that the curriculum has a limited number of techniques is important because at the other schools it would be a new technique every week, which meant I mastered nothing and was often overwhelmed. Because the Combatives program repeats the same 23 lessons, I now have a chance to master the techniques so it is more likely to be muscle memory when I need it most.

I 1000% recommend Gracie Jujitsu Decatur!! I've been so lucky that my kids have been going to…read moreGracie for years and they love it! the summer camps are fun for all ages and their classes teach them not only self defense but also self regulation, respect, and even helping around the house for their parents! I love their #1 rule of "avoid the fight at all costs" but I also love that my kids know how to defend themselves if needed. the owners are so very kind and members of the Decatur community and they are always sponsoring local sports and such. I am so glad our kids have been a part of the Gracie Decatur family!

I am so fortunate to have found Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu. This is by far the best gym for BJJ in Atlanta…read morefor so many reasons. Samuel Joseph, the head instructor, is so warm and welcoming that you feel comfortable immediately. The studio pairs the seriousness of hard work, discipline, and grit required of any martial art such as jiu-jitsu with the lightness and warmth of family and friends. It is an exceptional place to train, with a very special culture. It is rare to come across any business with clients as loyal as Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu, and that is thanks to the tireless efforts of Sam and all those involved. I always leave class energized, inspired, and grateful and hope that if you're reading this review that you will come on Saturday morning to try out the intro BJJ class. I can guarantee that you will not regret it. Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu, almost overnight, transformed my conception of the sport and my involvement in it from a dabbling hobby to a lifelong endeavor to improve, compete, and one day receive my black belt. Thank you Sam and everyone at Buckhead Jiu-Jitsu in Atlanta for being such a positive influence on my life!

My son did a trial class today and Sam made such an effort to make him feel welcomed. He made…read morelearning a truly fun experience for everyone. My daughter wants to join soon too! Thank you Sam!

J3 is a top notch Jiu Jitsu academy. My 7 year old son has been going to a morning class (2) days a…read moreweek for alittle over a month now. The facility is in great shape, extremely clean and well designed. The staff is so knowledgeable and so great to work with kids of all ages. The environment they have created is unmatched! Anyone who is interested in getting their child active and around good people should give J3 a try

Great community and teaching outside of Atlanta. Coaches were kind an effective; they welcomed me…read moreinto their Academy. If you're in this area, definitely drop in and train!

I have been training here for almost 3 and half years now. In my honest opinion, I have loved every…read morestep of the way training here. Raven is not only a great environment to get in shape and learn valuable skills. It is also a place to meet great people and how I have grown to call friend. Highly recommend this gym, classes are great and have variety. You get a 10 day free trial meaning you get ten classes free only counts for the class you show up for.

If you live in, near or around Forsyth County/Cumming, GA and are interested in martial arts, do…read moreyourself a favor and check this Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school out. You will not find a better self defense system than Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and you will not find a better instructor in Forsyth County and Cumming, GA than Omar Lira. Professor Omar Lira is a wealth of knowledge and the best instructor I have ever had the privilege to learn from. He is incredibly technical and his teaching style is unmatched. Omar is invested in each and every student by being involved and helping them reach their goals. You won't find this type of attention anywhere else. The students are also a huge part of any school, and the students here do not disappoint. This is not a school that promotes or tolerates injuring other students. It's an incredibly healthy learning environment with more of a "second family" group of people. I really can't say enough about how good this school is. Definitely check it out if you're in the area!!!!

Coach Queiroz creates a welcoming environment for everyone and is a wealth of knowledge. Whether…read moreyou want to train for self-defense, competition, or just get in shape, you'll be welcome here. I've been training some form of martial arts or another for more than 7 years, and I've never found such a great culture!

I moved to the Roswell area in October of 2013 and have been training at the Roswell Budokan for…read moreabout 8 months and absolutely love it. I have been training in Aikido for 3 years and have trained at a couple of dojos, Chicago and Atlanta. Roswell Budokan is by far the best that I have trained at. The people are wonderful to train with. There is a large amount of Aikidoka at his dojo and everyone is extremely nice. They love to train and have a great attitude towards visitors and are extremely helpful to all beginners. There are no what I call "MMA meatheads", or people who are competition blind or have bad attitudes who try and rip peoples' arms off. The training is laid back and good humored but still very respectful of the martial art. This dojo is also extremely family oriented. There are multiple families who bring their kids to the kids classes and then train together at the Saturday morning group class. I personally can't wait until my son is old enough to train here, and I also want to take advantage of the after school Aikido program that they offer. The training facilities are top notch. There is ample space on the mat to easily accomodate a class of 30+ people all rolling around. I particulary enjoy it when the large garage doors are opened on a nice spring day and a fresh breeze blows through the dojo. There are even Yoga classes other martial arts that are offered in addition to Aikido. Honestly, everything about this dojo is pleasant. Aikido is a difficult martial art, and Roswell Budokan really makes it even more of a joy to learn it.

If you look different, sound different, they will reject you. I don't suggest even trying this…read moredojo.