# Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy > Sierra Vista, United States ## Overview **Name:** Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy **Description:** Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school located in Sierra Vista, Arizona, offering comprehensive training programs for children, teens, and adults. Founded by Professor Francis Blesa, the academy provides a welcoming environment for students of all skill levels to learn the gentle art of BJJ. Professor Francis Blesa, the owner and head instructor, holds a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and brings over 40 years of martial arts experience. He also founded El Apostol Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Academy in Mexico. With a distinguished 30+ year background in security and as an International Firearms Instructor, Professor Blesa has trained military personnel, police officers, and tactical teams across more than 20 countries. His BJJ journey began in 1986, and he has trained and competed internationally in countries including Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Italy, Japan, China, and throughout Latin America. Throughout his career, he has shared the mat with BJJ legends including Rickson Gracie, Royce Gracie, Renzo Gracie, Roger Gracie, Carlos Machado, Jean Jacques Machado, and many other world-renowned practitioners. The academy is supported by a dedicated coaching team including Professor Abi Hernandez (black belt), Coach Josie (blue belt, 2 stripes), and Coach Rey (blue belt, 1 stripe). Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers both gi and no-gi training, with specialized programs for different age groups including Little Samurai (kids), Teen Samurai, and adult classes. The academy also offers a scholarship program to provide tuition assistance for children who need financial support, demonstrating their commitment to making Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu accessible to the local community. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 968 E Fry Blvd Sierra Vista, PA 85635, United States **Phone:** 5203462607 **Email:** info@apostlebjj.com **Website:** https://Www.apostlebjj.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apostlejiujitsu_az?igsh=MXhxYjhqOW9vd3A2aQ== - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562860060577&mibextid=kFxxJD ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Tuesday: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Wednesday: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Thursday: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Saturday: Closed - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Instructors ### Francis Blesa - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Professor Francis Blesa is the founder and owner of Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Sierra Vista, Arizona, and El Apostol Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Academy in Mexico. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has over 40 years of martial arts experience. With 30+ years in security and as an International Firearms Instructor, he has trained military, police, and tactical teams across 20+ countries. His BJJ journey began in 1986 at age 10, and he has competed and taught internationally across Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Italy, Japan, China, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Throughout his career, he has trained alongside BJJ legends including Rickson Gracie, Royce Gracie, Renzo Gracie, Roger Gracie, Carlos Machado, Jean Jacques Machado, John Danaher, Fernando Tereré, Kyra Gracie, Roberto Gordo, Daniel Gracie, Braulio Estima, Leandro Lo, Felipe Pena, Buchecha, and many others. ### Abi Hernandez - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Professor Abi Hernandez is a black belt instructor at Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy, teaching classes for kids, teens, and adults. ### Josie - Blue **Role:** Assistant **Bio:** Coach Josie is a blue belt with 2 stripes, assisting with instruction at Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy. ### Rey - Blue **Role:** Assistant **Bio:** Coach Rey is a blue belt with 1 stripe, assisting with instruction at Apostle Jiu-Jitsu Academy. ## Programs ### Little Samurai **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for young children, teaching fundamentals of BJJ in a fun and safe environment **Classes:** ### Teen Samurai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for teenagers, covering both gi and no-gi training including striking **Classes:** ### Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi for adults of all skill levels **Classes:** ### Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (No-Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-gi grappling program for adults, similar to submission wrestling and MMA training **Classes:** ### Randori (Open Mat) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Members-only open mat training sessions for sparring and technique practice **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/pennsylvania/sierra-vista/apostle-jiu-jitsu-academy)