At CheckMat South Texas, the mission is to engage students through physical and mental training in Jiu-Jitsu, helping them become disciplined, confident, and healthy individuals. The academy offers comprehensive programs for all ages including children's jiu-jitsu, adult jiu-jitsu (both Gi and No-Gi), women's self-defense, bully-proof courses, law enforcement training, and private lessons. The gym proudly offers a 40% discount for military veterans, law enforcement officers, and first responders, as well as family discounts.
Head instructor Professor Danian Torres is a 2nd degree black belt with 35 years of experience in martial arts and teaching. His martial arts journey began in 1989, obtaining black belts in Goju Ryu Japanese Karate, Korean Taekwondo, and Martial Science before discovering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2004. The coaching team includes Professor Kay Torres (black belt, 14 years experience), Professor Rico Abarca (1st degree black belt, 15 years experience and the first black belt under Danian Torres' lineage), Professor Peng Zhou (black belt, retired combat veteran and Purple Heart recipient), Instructor AJ Garza (brown belt, competitive IBJJF competitor), and Coach Ryan Gaus (blue belt, competitive IBJJF circuit athlete).
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Class Schedule
Monday (2 classes)
Morning Adults Gi
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Evening Adults Gi
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Tuesday (1 class)
Evening Classes
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Wednesday (2 classes)
Morning Adults Gi
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Evening Adults Gi
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Thursday (1 class)
Evening Classes
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Friday (1 class)
Evening Classes
Jiu-Jitsu develops both mental toughness and physical strength; offering endurance, flexibility, and cardio benefits that go far beyond what you'd find in a traditional gym. Our classes are carefully structured to challenge each student and create an environment where they can push their own limits through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
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Location & Directions
Street Address
1000 E Center Ave, Suite "B", Pharr, TX 78577
Location
Palmview, TX 78577, United States