1113 S 3rd St, Rogers, AR 72756
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My family and I have been with AJJA for a bit now, and we love it. As a woman, I was a little nervous about starting Kickboxing and Jiujitsu, but the vibe here is super chill. My favorite is doing Tuesday and Thursdays kickboxing classes. Definitely feels great to throw punches at the husband. The workouts are tough but fun, and the Coach Josh breaks everything down so it’s easy to remember and drill. My 11 year old son has thrived learning the art of Jiu Jitsu, and the kids classes are top notch! You won’t be disappointed and you will see results! Overall, this gym has been an awesome experience. It’s a supportive community, and I’m definitely getting stronger, both physically and mentally. If you're a woman looking to get into martial arts, or a family who is interested in starting your jiujitsu game, I highly recommend American Jiu Jitsu Academy.
My teenage son is brand new to any type of martial arts. Josh is excellent at explaining how and why to do what moves. Very hands on to make sure technique is on point.
Good instructions in a relaxed family atmosphere
Josh is the owner and is AMAZING in teaching Ju Jitzu!! He knows how to teach and train adults but he is even better with Kids! My teen daughter said Josh has taught her so much! If you have kids, they need to learn Ju Jitzu from Josh!
Great atmosphere, gym is full good guys that will help the lower belts. Coach Josh is great with everyone kids and adults and wants everyone to succeed I highly recommend anyone to American Jiu Jitsu academy.
Josh is a knowledgeable instructor and an even better guy!! So excited to keep learning from him and see it through to black belt.
Coach Josh is an excellent teacher. He's been studying all kinds of martial arts all his life, and that shows in the way he teaches Jiu Jitsu, which he has been coaching for many years. Techniques will not only be taught as-is, but also in the context of other martial arts, and self-defense. He's willing to answer questions and explain various aspects of martial arts in-depth, and advice is always forthcoming, if sought for. At the time of my writing this review, the gym is uncompleted. It will soon, however, have a convenient shower, and will be connected to, and in partnership with, a gymnasium, which will be used for warmups, and as a free opportunity to workout after class.
I am so happy to have found American Jiu Jitsu Academy! Our son trained with Coach Josh for years at another facility, recently we made the choice to change gyms and I am so grateful that Coach Josh opened his own gym! Even my youngest son, who had stopped training due to overwhelming class sizes, has restarted and loves it! The training is thoughtful and the instruction is even better!
Coach Josh is an amazing coach! He explains everything thoroughly and shows exactly how each move needs to be done. He is patient and kind with the kids. He's encouraging and always lets them know they are doing a great job. I highly recommend Coach Josh’s classes!
I Attended my first class and I knew I was at the right place! The level of professionalism and dedication coach Josh puts into teaching is like no other.
As someone completely new to Jiu Jitsu, I couldn't have asked for a better environment to begin my journey than the American Jiu Jitsu Academy. Coach Josh and the other students have been instrumental in creating a supportive atmosphere where I feel encouraged to learn and improve. They have a keen sense of pacing, ensuring that I am challenged enough to grow, yet never overwhelmed. The camaraderie amongst the students adds an extra layer of enjoyment to each session. Whether it's drilling techniques or rolling on the mat, everyone is respectful and eager to help one another succeed. I highly recommend it to anyone looking try Jiu Jitsu, regardless of their skill level.
Coach Josh is great! He’s a crazy good martial artist and teacher. He’s also really good with kids and adults! Would definitely recommend trying it out!
Coach Josh is amazing with the kids. We love his attention to detail. He keeps the kids engaged. Coach Josh is great at reinforcing the “why” behind each technique, that makes it easy for my kids to understand. He has a high concern for safety. Always with positive reinforcement. He explains everything very well with plenty of examples. I have really appreciated the focus on skill he provides, but even more so on building sportsmanship, kindness, and respect. The class is a very positive experience for my children. The location is great. The atmosphere is great. If you are looking for a high quality martial arts training in NWA, come to American Jiu Jitsu academy.
An Amazing family friendly place to train , Coach Josh is a very passionate instructor. If you are looking into a place to train and learn Jiu Jitsu this is the place for you . I cannot speak highly enough about this place and Coach Josh .
Josh was the coach who introduced me to my first skills in Jiu Jitsu and a big contributor to my continuation in the sport. I was nervous to start this hobby because of my lack of athleticism, but Josh is a great teacher and motivator that cares for his students, which was instrumental to keeping me coming to the gym every week, even when I felt discouraged! If you’re worried about stepping foot in the gym for the first time, there are no worries with Coach Josh. Have some fun learning this great sport at American Jiu Jitsu Academy!
Coach Josh is an awesome coach, his approach to jujitsu is very technical, and is very educated about jujitsu. My partner and I have been cross training with him for a couple of years now. We’re excited that he opened a gym nearby us! I’ve been to a couple of open mats and classes since they’ve launched, the vibes are always chill and everybody is very technical. With several upper level colored belts on the mat. He’s got a gem of a spot, we’re excited to see the impact that him and the gym community that he’s developing in Rogers has on the jujitsu scene in NWA
First off, let me say the level of instruction you get from coach Josh is second to none. I've been to many gyms/dojos over the years for myself and my son, and Josh Bishop is the best and most respected teacher we've ever had. We where initially at another gym where he was teaching, but when we found out he was leaving to start up his own school in Rogers, the decision to follow him was an easy one. Unlike some other Jiu Jitsu schools, at AJJA the kids roll every class, as much as the adults do. The class structures are perfect. Warm ups, Technique explanations, live drills, and rolls. Everything you would expect and want from a Jiu Jitsu school. Coach Josh is not only a black belt in JJ, but also a Black Belt in Taekwondo and Karate, so his striking classes are also fantastic and a great style to round out your self defense or sport needs. AND American Jiu Jitsu Academy is partnered with Arkansas Center for Extreme Sports, where together they have built a truly fun for everyone environment for the whole family. While the adults are throwing down on the mats, the kids can be playing videos games, playing laser tag, or jumping on trampolines. So spending a few hours while everyone gets their classes in is never a drag on anyone. And all for an unbeatable monthly membership fee, you've gotta check it out. :)
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