BJJ Gyms in Reno

Allground

ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu is a premier martial arts academy in Reno, Nevada, founded in 2024 by the Anderson family—three generations united by their dedication to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy's lineage traces back to the legendary Gracie Academy, where founder Lowell Anderson trained directly under the Gracie family and became one of the first Americans to earn a black belt. Lowell tested and proved the effectiveness of jiu-jitsu in the famous Gracie challenge matches, winning every match he competed in. The academy is led by Lowell's sons, black belt brothers Elias and Laird Anderson, who bring over 70 years of combined instructor experience. Elias is a Combat Jiu Jitsu World Champion (2021), while Laird is an undefeated professional MMA fighter competing in Bellator. Together, they've created an academy that blends the best techniques from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Judo to provide students with a complete grappling system. ALLGROUND's philosophy centers on four core pillars: a complete grappling system, coaches who genuinely care, team unity, and competition-tested techniques. The academy offers a beginner-friendly, inclusive environment with world-class instruction for all ages and skill levels. Programs include adult gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu, kids programs (ages 4-13), kickboxing, and specialized drilling sessions. Whether students train for self-defense, fitness, or competition, ALLGROUND provides the guidance and community to help them become the strongest version of themselves.

Atos Reno Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Atos Reno Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is proud to carry on the legacy of the world-renowned Atos Jiu-Jitsu affiliation, one of the most recognized and respected names in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Originally founded in 2008, Atos has grown into a powerhouse team with over 70 affiliate academies around the globe. Atos Reno was the first of those affiliates, originally operated by Kelley Perotti, 3rd degree Black Belt and 2x Masters World Champion. In November 2023, Arturo Espinoza took over ownership of Atos Reno Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a fitting transition. Arturo was Kelley's longtime family friend and the first student to earn his black belt under her mentorship, receiving his black belt in 2016 from Professor Andre Galvao. With 11 years of teaching experience and multiple championships, Arturo is excited to share his passion for BJJ and continue the legacy of both Atos and Kelley. At Atos Reno, every student is important - there's no "one size fits all" formula for BJJ training. The academy approaches each student with individualized care and support, creating a positive environment where students can grow as a person, regardless of whether they're here as a hobbyist, competitor, or to learn self-defense. Owner and head instructor Professor Arturo Espinoza is an accomplished competitor with numerous championships including IBJJF No-Gi Masters Black Belt Middle Weight World Champion, multiple IBJJF American National titles, and ADCC Open OC Masters Champion 2023. Lead instructor Kelley Perotti brings over 32 years of coaching experience, including 20 years teaching Jiu-Jitsu. As a 5th degree Black Belt in martial arts and 3rd degree Black Belt in BJJ, she is a 2x World Champion and 10x Pan Am medalist. The coaching staff includes over two decades of collective teaching experience with Level Five LEO Certified instructors.

Black Diamond BJJ

Black Diamond Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a premier Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Reno, Nevada. The gym operates under the lineage of Helio Gracie, one of the founders of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, through Francisco Mansor and Claudio França. This prestigious lineage represents some of the strongest roots in BJJ history. Black Diamond focuses on teaching authentic Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques emphasizing self-defense, submission grappling, and competition training for all skill levels. The academy offers comprehensive training programs for both adults and youth, with classes ranging from beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques. Their curriculum includes traditional Gi training as well as No-Gi grappling, providing students with a well-rounded understanding of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu applicable to both sport competition and real-world self-defense situations. The training philosophy emphasizes proper leverage, technique, and position over strength, making BJJ accessible to practitioners of all sizes and athletic abilities. Black Diamond BJJ is led by accomplished black belt instructors Ryan Jennerjohn (1st degree black belt under John Villarruel) and Olin Coles (2nd degree black belt under Charles Gracie). The instructors bring years of experience both on and off the mat, teaching with patience and demanding respect while fostering a friendly and engaging training environment. The academy is committed to building confidence, developing problem-solving skills, and creating lasting bonds among training partners in a positive and supportive atmosphere.

Black Diamond Jiu Jitsu

Black Diamond Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a premier Gracie Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Reno, Nevada, offering world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. The academy provides a welcoming environment for students of all ages and experience levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Black Diamond BJJ emphasizes the traditional values of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu while maintaining a modern approach to training that includes both gi and no-gi grappling, as well as MMA conditioning classes. The training philosophy at Black Diamond BJJ centers on building strong personal bonds, challenging students through involved classes, and reinforcing positivity throughout the learning process. Students benefit from high-intensity, full-body workouts that improve strength, build confidence, and teach the most versatile martial art for self-defense. The academy offers specialized programs for youth that focus on discipline, anti-bullying, and confidence building, providing young students with problem-solving skills and techniques for dealing with aggression and bullying in a safe, respectful environment. Black Diamond BJJ's instruction is led by accomplished black belt instructors with deep Gracie lineage. Ryan Jennerjohn, the lead instructor, is a 1st degree black belt under Professor John Villarruel, carrying the prestigious lineage of Helio Gracie → Francisco Mansur → Claudio França → John Villarruel. Olin Coles, the daytime adult training instructor, is a 2nd degree black belt with lineage through Carlos Gracie Sr. → Robson Gracie → Charles Gracie. Both instructors bring years of experience on and off the mat, training BJJ students of all backgrounds and physical abilities with patience, expertise, and dedication to the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Komainu Gym Reno

If you are truly interested in learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Self-Defense, Submission Wrestling, or NoGi BJJ you’ve found the right place. There are many schools claiming to be able to train you in BJJ/Grappling Arts but you need to do your research. Many BJJ instructors have never competed in or won any prestigious BJJ tournaments and are therefore unable to pass on this valuable experience and knowledge. You should always inquire about the instructor’s credentials before seriously considering joining their academy. Anyone can throw an unprepared fighter out to get destroyed by lions, but you should want something better for yourself whether you choose our academy or not. Choose an academy that has a proven record to help you reach your personal goals. Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program is for everyone – men, women, and children. You can be small, short, tall, thin, big, young, or old. Absolutely no experience is necessary. Our instructors will teach and develop a style that works best for your specific circumstance. Our style reflects a complete grappling game from the standing position to the finish. For those who want to compete, we offer specialized training to help you prepare for tournaments and matches. Our instructors have years of experience competing at the highest levels and can help you achieve your competitive goals. Our kids classes are designed to teach children the fundamentals of martial arts in a fun and supportive environment. We focus on building confidence, discipline, and respect while teaching basic techniques and conditioning.

Life Jiu-Jitsu Reno

Life Jiu Jitsu Reno offers class times designed to support consistent training. Whether you are joining adult classes, enrolling your child, or scheduling private instruction, we make it easy to find a routine that works. If you are new to the academy, we recommend starting with a trial jiu jitsu and muay thai class. It is a simple way to meet the team, experience our instruction style, and see where you fit best.