BJJ Gyms in Colorado, United States

Ares BJJ - Kenny Kim

Kenny Kim Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been proudly serving Marietta, Georgia since 2006, providing world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction for nearly 20 years. Founded by Professor Kenny Kim, a 4th degree black belt certified by the IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation), the academy has established itself as one of the premier BJJ training facilities in the Metro-Atlanta area. In 2026, Professor Kim was inducted into the NFC Jiu Jitsu Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the sport. The academy maintains affiliations and has developed a network of affiliated gyms, demonstrating its commitment to spreading quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction. The academy's training philosophy emphasizes creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all students - men, women, and children. Classes feature a comprehensive approach with strength and endurance building warm-ups, detailed technique demonstration and practice, followed by live training sessions where students engage with partners of similar skill levels. The curriculum is designed to build not just physical skills, but also confidence, discipline, full-body control, and mental strength. The academy offers programs for all age groups including Baby Eagles (ages 3-5), Little Eagles and Junior Champions (ages 6-12), Teens (13-17), and Adults at all skill levels from Fundamentals to Advanced. Professor Kenny Kim leads a world-class instructional team including Professor Gazzy Parman, Big Kenny Seger, Dustin Waters, Charles Pinkham, Michael Barger, Mitch Jordan, Haley Kim, Tavio Milos, Patrick Tansor, Jordan Lopez, Rick Santos, and Danny Cruz. The coaching staff brings extensive experience and are certified instructors, with Professor Kim also serving as a POST (Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council) certified instructor for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and defensive tactics. The academy's commitment to excellence has earned recognition from the Department of the Army in 2021 with a Certificate of Appreciation for their contributions to military training.

Behring Last Stand

Merced MMA, established in 2007 in Merced, California, is owned and operated by 3rd degree Black Belt Professor Marcos Tomé. The academy is affiliated with the renowned Flavio Behring Jiu-Jitsu system under 9th degree Red Belt Grandmaster Flavio Behring, connecting students to the roots of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Merced MMA is a sister school to Oakdale MMA and Sonora MMA, with membership allowing training at all three locations. The academy teaches traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from the Flavio Behring system, along with Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Submission Wrestling (No-Gi), and Women's Conditioning. Professor Marcos Tomé, born in São Paulo, Brazil, holds a brown belt in Judo and serves as an Athletic Inspector for the California State Athletic Commission. In 2020, he was awarded the Hands on Hero award from the Merced County Office of Education for his work with children. His philosophy centers on the virtues of martial arts: "Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone" and emphasizes that it "does not depend on strength of the body, only the strength of the mind." The academy's instructor team includes Professor Tom Theofanopoulos (4th degree Black Belt, also a 9th degree Kajukenbo Grandmaster and 2nd degree Judo black belt who started Oakdale MMA in 1988), along with black belt instructors Chris Bucao, Chris Curtis, and Daniel De Los Santos. Additional instructors include brown belts Sergio Guerrero and Pardeep Singh, and blue belts Nick Gonzalez, Vinicius Tomé, and Gustavo Guerrero. The facility features a full-range fitness center with free weights, punching bags, pull-up stations, body weight bars, and a full-sized boxing ring available to all members.

Bulls BJJ Colorado

Bulls BJJ Colorado is led by Head Instructor Marco Antonio Almeida Da Silva, a third-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with an impressive competitive career. Professor Marco is a multiple-time IBJJF medalist, two-time South Brazilian Champion, and former Kazakhstan National Team Coach. His extensive experience as both a high-performance athlete and coach brings world-class instruction to the Parker, Colorado community. The academy offers comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for all ages and skill levels. Bulls BJJ provides specialized programs for children as young as 3 years old through adult advanced classes, both gi and no-gi. The curriculum emphasizes fundamental technique, self-defense, physical fitness, and mental discipline. Students benefit from structured classes that develop strength, flexibility, confidence, and practical self-defense skills in a supportive, family-oriented environment. Bulls BJJ Colorado is part of an international network of affiliated gyms, with sister academies in Brazil and across the United States. The academy's philosophy focuses on personal growth both on and off the mat, building discipline, focus, and resilience while fostering genuine friendships within a tight-knit martial arts community. Whether you're seeking competitive training, self-defense skills, or a path to better health and fitness, Bulls BJJ offers expert instruction in a welcoming atmosphere.

10th Planet Denver, CO

10th Planet Denver head coach Conor Heun got his first taste of combat sports as a five year old stepping onto the wrestling mat in 1984. Nine years later he watched in disbelief as Jiu Jitsu master, Royce Gracie, choked wrestler, Ken Shamrock, into submission at UFC 1. Conor had won numerous state titles in Freestyle and Greco Roman wrestling, competed collegetly at the NCAA tournament, and even traveled to France to compete in the Tour Du Monde world championships. He had racked up over 1000 wins in tournaments around the world yet he couldn’t forget the way Royce Gracie dominated the bigger, stronger wrestler at the first UFC. Determined to learn Jiu Jitsu, Conor studied every Pride and UFC fight he could get his hands on, but it wasn’t until he walked into The Bomb Squad Gym in 2005 and met Eddie Bravo that his life was changed forever. Eddie Bravo had gained notoriety after becoming the first person to submit Royler Gracie at the ADCC championships. Eddie was know for his open minded approach to Jiu Jitsu, taking effective techniques from everywhere and discarding anything that didn’t work, including the use of the traditional gi or kimono favored by the Gracie’s. Eddie saw Conor’s strong wrestling base and nonstop work ethic and took Conor under his wing, believing that he could be the one to introduce the world to the power of the 10th Planet system by competing in MMA.

10th Planet Colorado Springs, CO

10th Planet Colorado Springs is the third 10th Planet location in the state of Colorado and is owned and operated by 10th Planet black belt Michael Venturella. Michael has been training 10th Planet jiu jitsu, wrestling, MMA, boxing, and muay thai for over 10 years and is a Black Belt under Scott “Einstein” Epstein. With over 7 years of teaching experience and as a seasoned competitor in jiu jitsu, muay thai and MMA, Michael is excited to bring 10th Planet jiu jitsu to Colorado Springs and help people accomplish their goals through martial arts. Come try a free class today! © 2010 - 2026 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu. All Rights Reserved.