ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu

5635 Riggins Ct Ste 14, Reno, NV 89502

5.0 (39 reviews)

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Reno's most welcoming BJJ academy. Beginner-friendly instruction, a supportive community, and world-class black belt coaches. Adult BJJ, Kids Martial Arts, Women's BJJ & Kickboxing. Free trial class available. Serving Reno & Sparks, NV.

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Savannah Jensen

I thankfully found All Ground Jiu Jitsu after a 10-year hiatus from martial arts, and I've truly never experienced a martial arts gym as inclusive, patient, and as positive as Elias, Tina, and Laird have created. The instructors are as passionate as they are skilled, offering curricula for all levels including beginners. My 9-year-old also loves the youth classes! -Savannah

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Posted 1 year ago
Joe Villegas

If you're looking for top-tier Jiu Jitsu instruction in an incredibly positive and motivating environment, this gym is the place to be! The level of detail in the instruction is amazing--every technique is broken down in a way that makes sense, whether you're brand new to BJJ or a seasoned competitor looking to refine your game. The coaches are brothers who quite literally grew up on the mats, and their passion and work ethic show in every class. They create an environment where everyone pushes each other to improve, and you can feel the sense of community from the moment you step in. What makes this gym even more special is its deep roots in Jiu Jitsu history. Their father was one of the original Dirty Dozen, meaning their lineage and knowledge come straight from some of the first black belts in the U.S. You can tell that tradition and excellence are at the core of their teaching. Another huge plus is the variety of classes offered throughout the day, giving you plenty of opportunities to train no matter what your schedule looks like. Whether you're an early riser, prefer evening sessions, or need flexibility throughout the week, they make it easy to stay consistent with your training. If you're serious about improving your Jiu Jitsu in a gym with world-class instruction and a supportive family-like culture, this is the place to train.

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Posted 1 year ago
Clare Keenan

As a woman with no prior experience, I was super intimidated by the idea of starting jiu jitsu but had wanted to for years. From the second I stepped in the door at Allground, it was clear to me it was a special place. Laird and Elias gone above and beyond to make all feel welcome and comfortable while providing excellent and accessible teaching for any experience level. The community at Allground follows the example set by them and is just as welcoming and kind. This sort of environment and community allows people to do more than just develop their skill or knowledge of the sport itself— it gives people the opportunity to develop connection and confidence in themself. The fact that so many training at Allground express similar experiences speaks to the caliber of teachers, mentors, and people behind this studio. So grateful for the chance to train here!

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Posted 1 year ago
Jakob Carlson

This place is awesome, great vibes, friendly coaches, and standout training. It’s been the best gym culture I’ve ever had the pleasure of being a part of.

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Posted 1 year ago
Mike Hampton

Training at ALLGROUND is a blast. The coaches make everyone feel super welcome and attended to. While the gym has friendly and chill vibes, the training is kept challenging and fresh. I especially like the focus given on wrestling and all around grappling styles during class. All the members are also welcoming and friendly, creating a great community to train in!

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Posted 1 year ago
Jessica

When it comes to dropping in at another gym while in Reno, NV, AllGround is at the top of the list! Great instruction, a flexible schedule, fun rounds, and—most importantly—an amazing gym culture! I always feel welcome when visiting and leave with a smile. The energy is great, and everyone is enthusiastic and happy to be there. Just an all-around great Jiu-Jitsu gym. Highly recommend, whether you’re brand new or just visiting town.

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Posted 1 year ago
Blake Murray

The Anderson brothers provide not only world-class instruction, but constantly create an atmosphere that you can’t help but smile in from ear to ear the whole time you’re there. It is an honor to train, to be challenged, and to grow at All Ground with exceptional people in all aspects!

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Posted 1 year ago
Karynn Sucaldito

Elias, Laird, and Tina are THE BEST coaches! Everyone in the community is welcoming, empowering, and has so much to offer. Always challenging me to do and be my best on and off the mats.

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Posted 1 year ago
JD Allbright

I have trained with Laird and Elias off and on for over a decade. I recently found my way back to training under them at their studio in Reno (ALL GROUND Jiu Jitsu). I have watched them grow up from boys playing on the mat to being fierce competitors at the highest level on the world stage and even becoming World Champion. Training with them now has revealed an even deeper layer to me about these two. They are incredibly skilled at teaching the art they have crafted to beat some of the best in the world. Not everyone can coach/teach as it is a separate skill that everyone that competes doesn’t possess. If you want to learn jiu jitsu on any level, these two can meet you at your level and help improve your game. Whether you are a brand new off the couch person interested in trying it out, or an active competing black belt, ALL GROUND is a place that you can improve and better yourself as a person and a practitioner of BJJ. I am thankful to have found my way back to training with these two and look forward to earning my black belt from then when the time comes (I have had my brown belt since 2018). Go in and meet these two and learn jiu jitsu to defend yourself, get in better shape for a better quality of life, and to learn more about yourself and what you are capable of. It is better to have a tool and never need it than to need a tool and not have it. 👏🤙

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Posted 1 year ago
Julian Aguilar

Absolutely love this academy. This academy has taught me and made me feel so welcomed and at home. Making me want to achieve more. Coaches are absolutely amazing and are super friendly and even will train w/ you if you simply just ask. Have nothing negative at all to say about this place. Will choose these guys over anything.

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Posted 1 year ago
jd mnn

I can't say enough great things about All Ground Jiu Jitsu! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the instructors Elias, Laird, Tina, and the students. The environment is friendly, supportive, and focused on growth, making it a perfect place for beginners, experienced, and professional practitioners. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and take the time to break down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand. They emphasize both the fundamentals and advanced techniques, ensuring that students of all levels continue to develop their skills. The classes are structured well, with a good balance of drilling, live rolling, and positional sparring, which has really helped improve my game. I've also really taken advantage of all the Private lessons they offer... Rare opportunity to get one on one training with a Combat Jiu Jitsu world champion and a Undefeated MMA Pro. Everyone is here to learn and grow together, and there's a strong sense of community. Whether you’re training for self-defense, competition, or just to stay in shape, this academy provides the perfect environment to do so.

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Posted 1 year ago
C Neefe

I signed my wife eva and myself up here because I had met coaches Elias and Laird at my previous gym. They're great coaches! and the gym vibes here are so relaxed and chill. It's a fantastic place to learn and train jiu-jitsu.

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Posted 1 year ago
Chris Bush

Without a doubt the best martial arts gym I have trained at. Not only are the coaches incredibly knowledgable about jiu jitsu and martial arts, they are some of the most phenomenal people I’ve met. The community they have put together at Allground is incredibly welcoming to everybody, and I couldn’t be more thankful to train in such an amazing environment.

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Posted 1 year ago
Scarlett Esquivel

Amazing coaches and team, and the environment is safe and welcoming. Visiting is always such a pleasure, and to call them friends is not a great enough honor.

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Posted 1 year ago
Bruno Alejandro Torres Falla

I am very happy to have arrived at this place, Elias and Laird have the highest level of jiu jitsu in Reno, if you want to improve your game or learn jiu jitsu this is the best place, also from the first day they will make you feel part of this great team.

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Posted 1 year ago
Monira West

ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu is truly outstanding! Three of my boys have been attending for some time now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. The instructors—Tina, Laird, and Elias—are phenomenal. They each bring a perfect balance of skill, patience, and passion to their teaching. Not only are my boys learning valuable jiu jitsu techniques, but they’re also gaining confidence, discipline, and respect. The instructors do an amazing job of making the classes fun while emphasizing proper technique and personal growth. The atmosphere is always welcoming. I highly recommend ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu to anyone looking for a top-notch martial arts program for their kids—or themselves!

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Posted 1 year ago
Glen Ruby

Our son enjoys AllGround. Great coaching and amazing jiu jitsu classes. Very friendly! Great group of people.

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Posted 1 year ago
Daniel Park

Allground Jiu Jitsu has been great! Both Elias and Laird are incredibly knowledgeable and patient. The atmospherr is supportive with a great community. Highly recommend it!!

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Posted 1 year ago
Reid Weber

I did martial arts as a kid and teen and had been thinking about getting back into it over the past few years as our kids get older. I think martial arts was great for me growing up and I'd like for my kids to have something similar that they'll enjoy and will help them as they grow up. I started about 2 months ago and last month my oldest son started coming with me. It has been great so far. Elias and Laird are awesome and the other students are great to train with. They've really got a great culture going so far. Can't wait for class tomorrow!

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Posted 1 year ago
Angelo Chahal

If you're a college student eager to dive into Brazilian jiu-jitsu but face transportation challenges, look no further than AllGround. They offer fantastic, affordable classes, and with your Wolf card, you can enjoy free bus rides. It’s an unbeatable opportunity to sharpen your skills and stay active! I first encountered Coach Elias and Larid at the Brazilian jiu-jitsu club at the University of Nevada Reno. Their instruction is top-notch; they showcase impressive knowledge, patience, and encouragement throughout our training sessions. Their teaching style strongly resonated with me, reminiscent of my high school wrestling coach, and it significantly enhanced my learning experience. Since I started training at All Ground Jiu-Jitsu, I can confidently say it’s phenomenal. The atmosphere is electric, and the people are remarkable. Everyone is motivated to learn and improve, constantly pushing one another to exceed our limits. We all recognize the immense potential within us. Without question, this is the best place to train!

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Posted 1 year ago
Gulam Mohamed Sheikh

I've been going to this gym for the past couple of months. For a first time Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, my experience has been exceedingly positive. The coaches are patient to teach your through the different moves and put emphasis on repetition to really hone in movesets. The team is pretty consistent on showing up so you know that you have a reliable partner to roll with. Overall a gym with championship mindset while still having a chill vibe

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Posted 1 year ago
Nate Thom

Allground is THE place to train jiu jitsu in Reno! I have trained at many local gyms, but have yet to experience the level of improvement and sense of community that I have found at Allground. Coach Elias and Coach Laird are possibly the gnarliest martial artists in the area while being people of exceptional character. I can't say enough great things about them. Come get on the mats!

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Posted 1 year ago
Jesse Y

I had the opportunity to drop in for a class at ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu, the day before Thanksgiving, and it was an amazing experience! I was in town from San Francisco and was looking for a place to train, and ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu did not disappoint. Despite the holiday, the gym was bustling with energy, and the atmosphere was incredibly welcoming. The owners, Elias and Laird, were incredibly nice and made me feel at home, introducing themselves and ensuring I had everything I needed. The class was even more special with guest instructor Margot Ciccarelli, who brought a fresh perspective and new techniques to the session. Her expertise was clear, and she did a fantastic job of breaking down the moves for all skill levels. The head instructors also provided excellent guidance, and I appreciated how the class flowed smoothly with plenty of time for drilling and live rolling. The gym itself is clean, spacious, and has a great layout for training. The entire community made me feel right at home, and it was clear that everyone there was passionate about BJJ. It was the perfect way to kick off the holiday season, and I left feeling inspired and excited to return. Thank you so much for having me! Highly recommend ALLGROUND Jiu Jitsu to anyone in Reno looking to train!

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Posted 1 year ago
Brian Dewey

Great instruction and good folks at Allground.

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Posted 1 year ago
Christine Austria

Allground Jiu Jitsu is, first off, an amazing community. Elias, Laird, and Tina radiate such positive and passionate energy, it is contagious! I have done a Jiu Jitsu class with them and they are attentive to detail and welcoming of all levels and all skills. Their lessons and their teaching are understandable and detailed- it made even a beginner like me understand techniques and why they are useful. Both Anderson brothers are black belts and well versed in Jiu Jitsu and it shows in their passion and their commitment to this gym. It is more than a gym, it is a community brought together by the love of JiuJitsu. Tina is also a very AMAZING instructor. Doing private lessons with her has been one of my favorite things I have ever decided to do. She is encouraging and intentional. It makes you want to learn from her and excited to pick her brain about techniques and how to get better. Her mindset is very set on improving and being the best you can be. She encourages consistency and a toddler-like mentality. Kids and parents who partner with Tina will be very pleased with the results and the excitement Tina adds to each class will flow over to the kids. Allground has been amazing and will continue to be impactful.

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Posted 1 year ago
Kolten Brown

I have been training at Allground for about three months and absolutely love it. It is my first experience ever with martial arts and the teachers and students made me feel welcome and have helped me progress quickly. The people here are some of the nicest and coolest people I have ever met. I look forward to every class and have progressed significantly not only physically, but mentally as well. I strongly recommend for anyone looking to begin or develop their martial art abilities.

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Posted 1 year ago
Harley Brooks

Great new Jiu Jitsu academy here in Reno! Coaches Laird and Elias are very welcoming and extremely knowledgeable. They’ve managed to create a very inclusive atmosphere while still maintaining an expectation of excellence.

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Posted 1 year ago
Parker Biehn

By far the best decision I've made joining AllGround. The coaches are great and the gym has an incredible cooperative atmosphere. Best BJJ studio in Reno, hands down

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Posted 1 year ago
Therese Normal

We’re so grateful to find such passionate coaches who make learning martial arts so much fun and very interesting for our girls! Coaches Tina and Laird are not only excellent at their craft but also amazing with kids! My husband had zero luck trying to get the girls interested in learning martial arts until the day he found All Ground Jiu Jitsu doing a demo at the farmers market. He immediately signed them up for a *free* trial class without asking them. The girls were not very happy when they found out and were more than hesitant to go (lol). Everything changed when the girls met their coaches and completed the trial class. They enjoyed it so much, and are beyond eager to come to class each time! They said they love learning new techniques and enjoy playing the games in class. Needless to say, this made their Papa so happy! We highly recommend All Ground Jiu Jitsu!

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Posted 1 year ago
Tanner Styes

Where to begin? This place is the most welcoming and incredible group of not only instructors but practitioners I have ever had the pleasure of surrounding myself with. The classes are incredibly engaging and instructive, these coaches are legitimately world class. Such an amazing opportunity to work with these unbelievable athletes and grow with all the other members. All levels of practitioners have a home here. could never EVER recommend a place more!

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Posted 2 years ago
Alix Laub

All Ground is amazing. The coaches are extremely qualified, patient, and offered tactics specific for my needs. I appreciate the recommendation for this place, I can’t wait to start practicing on a regular basis.

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Posted 2 years ago
Brenda Ochoa

When I first started going to Allground I was struck by the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. The instructors, Laird and Elias are patient and have the ability to break down complex techniques. They encourage people to ask questions and foster a growth mindset ensuring that the students feel comfortable regardless of their skill level. The ratio of students to instructors is well-balanced, allowing for personalized attention and feedback during classes. Allground also offers a diverse range of classes for different age groups and skill levels. The class schedule is flexible, accommodating both day and evening classes, which helps for those with busy schedules. I am very happy I found this place and I will continue to train here. I would highly recommend Allground to anyone who is interested in the art of Jiu Jitsu or anyone who is interested in trying something new!!! 😊

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Posted 2 years ago
Owen Carlson

Great gym with fantastic coaches and a lot of direct coaching attention. Good place for anything from getting into shape to learning to compete as an athlete.

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Posted 2 years ago
Enrique Armendariz

Training at All Ground has been an amazing experience. As a beginner I wasn’t sure what to expect but all the coaches were very welcoming, patient and knowledgeable. I am glad to have started my training here. This place has provided an amazing environment to jumpstart my passion for jiu jitsu.

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Posted 2 years ago
Tina Linhsamout

Love coaching here with my team. Dream come true.

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Posted 2 years ago
Malik Foster

All Ground Jiu Jitsu is an amazing gym. A very welcoming environment with some outstanding instructors. Their teaching style is detailed and thorough. I highly recommend making this your new gym. Hope to see you on the mats soon.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jordan Lavely

This is an excellent academy with fantastic people. I'm new to it and everyone here has been a pleasure to learn from. Very humble and friendly coaches who are extremely competent. And all the people who attend the classes are also great. 10/10

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Posted 2 years ago
Ty Jones

I had never tried any sort of martial arts before. But I really wanted to give jiu jitsu a try. Elias, Laird, and Tina have been amazing. The instruction is very thorough and they are very patient. They have a very deep history in the craft. And it’s obvious that this is their life and not just a business to make a quick buck. I feel very at home there and will be sticking with this. If you’re nervous, don’t be. Just come in and give it a shot. It’s a lot of fun.

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Posted 2 years ago
Q

I reached out to one of the coaches at the academy about joining, they rang me up and our conversation left me feeling like we were already friends. I’ve trained in jiu-jitsu before but not for some time. I found the environment encouraging. Something that’s really great is their schedule. They run classes almost all day, every day of the week, so there's something for everyone.

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Posted 2 years ago