Brazilian Jiu Jitsu | BJJ Classes in Corpus Christi (Gi)
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy is located in Corpus Christi, Texas at: 6314 Yorktown Boulevard, Suite 101. Since 2012, we have been proudly serving students of all ages and skill levels from the beautiful Southside neighborhood, Flour Bluff, and surrounding coastal-bend communities. You are welcome to join us for a FREE BJJ trial class any time: Experience authentic Renzo Gracie Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu the way the Gentle Art is meant to be taught – technically, based on fundamental principles in a safe, welcoming, and beginner-friendly environment.
Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling art centered on leverage, position, and control. You’ll learn how to manage distance, create angles, and solve problems against real resistance – without relying solely your size or strength. With time, you’ll develop a calm, methodical approach to the Gentle Art, also when you’re under pressure!
Our Adult BJJ Classes in the Gi are Tailored for:
- A Jiu Jitsu culture that values safety, respect, and mutual progress
- Complete beginners who want a safe, structured start in BJJ
- Adults who want to drop a few pounds while developing Jiu Jitsu skills, overall fitness, flexibility, and core strength
- Developing practical & effective self-defense skills & increased confidence
- BJJ competitors preparing for tournaments
There is no better way to learn how to effecitvely protect ourselves than having fun on the mats with a good team training BJJ in combination with the various disciplines of MMA.
Your physical & mental strength, flexibility, and stamina will sky rocket if you train with us regularly. As your knowledge and skills in both ground fighting & stand up increase, so will your confidence in all areas of life.
Students of the Renzo Gracie Academy in Corpus Christi don’t just learn submission grappling, Judo throws & striking techniques; they master a mindset of discipline and resilience.
You have what it takes to achieve your goals … both on and off the mats.
If you’re in Corpus Christi, “tap” the button below & get rolling today!
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu grew from early 20th‑century Japanese Jiu‑Jitsu and Judo influences in Brazil, evolving into a system that prioritizes leverage and control. Renzo Gracie & his family helped carry this tradition into the modern era – bridging sport grappling and MMA while coaching generations of elite athletes.
Under Professor Ruben Arredondo (a 4th-degree black belt directly under Renzo), the RGA Corpus BJJ program emphasize technical excellence, humility, and practical effectiveness in a safe, clean & beginner-friendly environment for students of all ages!
When you train with us consistently, you’ll progressively learn and ultimately master everything from the “standing game” (clinch work, takedown entries & throws) to guard retention, passing & attacks, pins & escapes, and finally everyone’s favorite … countless submissions, including: chokes / strangle holds, arm bars, shoulder & leg locks from all standing & ground positions.
Our BJJ guard classes blend technical instruction, purposeful drilling, and live sparring rounds, a.k.a. “rolling”. Beginners get structure and clarity; experienced students get refinement and strategy.
… in a beginner-friendly environment and gym culture that values safety, respect, and mutual progress.
Get on the fast track to reaching your goals and excelling in sport BJJ and self-defense for real-life situations with private, 1-on-1 training sessions tailored to your specific strenghs & body type.
Concerning self-defense outside of the gym, always maintain situational awareness, then deescalate or escape (if possible). If unavoidable, we recommend & work on control‑first solutions as the situation requires. The goal is for you & your family or friends to get home safely, not escalation.
“Joining Renzo Gracie BJJ has been a transformative experience for me as a woman. After just a few sessions, I feel like I've discovered a whole new level of strength and confidence within myself.
Professor Ruben is knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the craft. He creates a positive, friendly, empowering atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. As a female Jiu Jitsu student, ...
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Professor Ruben is knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about the craft. He creates a positive, friendly, empowering atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. As a female Jiu Jitsu student, ...
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“I have been training Jiu Jitsu for the past 2 years @Renzo Gracie Corpus Christ: Team Arredondo. Professor Ruben is very knowledgeable and will guide you through all the stages of understanding and learning the basics of Jiu Jitsu.
The team is fantastic, and I like training with them every week.”
“While vacationing near Corpus Christi, I had the opportunity to visit this Renzo Gracie affiliate. Prof. Ruben, Dan and all the students welcomed me from the moment he opened the front door till the moment the door was being closed up for the night. Instantly felt like part of the family, not just an RGA family member but Renzo Gracie Texas family member.
Great experience, great students and great professor! Thanks Prof. Ruben and all.”
You have what it takes to achieve your goals … both on and off the mats.
If you’re in Corpus Christi, “tap” the button below & get rolling today!