Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
950 Elgin Ave a, Longmont, CO 80501, USA
Our goal at Dark Horse is to enhance our community and citizens through the positive personal development a martial arts education provides.
950 Elgin Ave a, Longmont, CO 80501, USA
Our goal at Dark Horse is to enhance our community and citizens through the positive personal development a martial arts education provides.
Great coaches! My kids are really enjoying themselves and learning a ton. I appreciate the mix of patience and discipline with the kids. I like that their promotions as the little ninjas are around learning disciplines and words that make them strong, well rounded, and thoughtful kids.
Posted 5 months agoThere are amazing coaches and professors! The people are very kind and helpful. I have learned so much just from being there for 2 weeks. I highly recommend darkhorse if you are lookin to start Jiu Jitsu or looking for a new school.
Posted 8 months agoWe have been bringing my daughter in to train at Dark Horse for their kids competition class and she has learned so much! Professor Brittany, Professor James and Professor Popeye are incredible! They really know how to teach the kids in a way they can understand. We highly recommend anyone in the area to train here! Thank you Dark Horse!
Posted 11 months agoProfessor Brittany is truly exceptional—her genuine care and dedication to every student shine through in everything she does. You can tell she’s invested in not just their skills on the mat, but their growth as individuals. Along with the amazing coaches and professors, this is a place where kids feel supported, inspired, and encouraged to be their best selves both on and off the mat.
Posted 11 months agoProfessor Brittany Borders is an amazing kids coach & competitor. I brought my daughter to Dark Horse over a year ago when we moved to Longmont from a different state. When we met Brittany I knew she would play a huge role in my daughter’s life. I love having a strong black belt female for my daughter to look up to. She is a great example to all of the young girls and women that we can do hard things. She has helped my daughter grow her jiu jitsu game exponentially since joining. Professor Popeye is a fantastic kid’s coach as well. He always has very useful tips to help my daughter deal with difficult situations. Even though we no longer live in Longmont we still attend as many classes as we can so my daughter can continue to learn from Brittany & Popeye. Dark Horse is also working to build a women’s class & program on Sundays. This group of women are fantastic & a great way for moms & daughters to enjoy the sport together in a safe environment. This program is also led by Professor Brittany & I highly recommend it. We love the Knightmares group & the gym culture under Brittany. ❤️
Posted 1 year agoDark Horse is INCREDIBLE!! The kids program is so thorough and led by an amazing athlete and the sweetest person ever, Ari. I went to a few classes, a couple with Andrew (an angel) and one with the nogi guy whose name I can't recall. Andrew is amazing, I truly have not seen someone teach the way that he does. Towards the end of class, he asked everyone what they struggle with in the position and then showed a technique for each and every issue. Nogi man was also very helpful and inclusive.
One of the best communities I have been a part of. Whether your interest is to compete or to just have something to do for fun, dark horse has you covered. They have a good mix of both morning, day and night classes, so you should be able to find some time you can attend. additionally their instructors are great and will help you at the drop of a hat
I dropped in for a class along my travels because I was craving practice! This gym was so welcoming, attentive and encouraging throughout the whole experience. Brittany led a wonderful class. I can't wait to return! Thank you!! Love this community so much.
Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Longmont, Colorado is the absolute best place to learn martial arts. I've been training there for over a year now, and I can honestly say that it has changed my life for the better. The instructors are wondeful, and they are incredibly passionate about teaching their students. They are always patient and helpful, and they are always willing to go the extra mile to help their students succeed. The training facility is top-notch, and it is always clean and well-maintained. There is plenty of space to train. The students at Dark Horse are some of the nicest people I've ever met. They are all very supportive and encouraging, and they are always willing to help each other out. Here are some specific examples of how Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has changed my life: I am now in the best shape of my life. I have more confidence than I ever have before.K I have made some great friends. I have watched my kids grow more confident, resilient. I am so grateful for Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. It has made my and my kids life better in so many ways. I highly recommend Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
If your goal is competitive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, self defense, or physical fitness Darkhorse Longmont is the right place to train. Highly recommend!
Dark Horse has been wonderful for our whole family. My daughter loves it. It is wrestle-mania at our house.
Enjoying the challenge of learning something new. The community is welcoming from day 1.
My son has been attending for just about a month and his behavior at home has drastically improved and the amount respect he displays regularly is astounding. And the physical moves that he has already learned is amazing. So so great!
I've been training here for a couple months now. They do a good job cultivating a culture that allows for solid training while people stay respectful and supportive of each other. Our daughter is also thriving in their children's program. I don't have perspective on how this school is different from other BJJ schools, but I have done a couple other martial arts and this school compares favorably to all of them. I would definitely recommend it if you or your child has any interest in BJJ.
Excellent teachers, lots of class times to fit your schedule, and very helpful to help you achieve what you want out of BJJ.
Great place to train! Everyone is super friendly and the instructors are very knowledgeable. Come hit the mats and learn some self defense!
We started brining my son to Dark Horse several years ago and it has been such an important part of his life. The teachers and everyone involved with Dark Horse are supportive, engaging, and challenge him to learn, grow (and even compete). I wish I could give them more than 5 stars.
Dark horse has been so good for my son! His discipline and self control have developed so much this year. We love the physical energy he uses and the personal accountability he is learning. He’s determined to earn another stripe and another belt so he practices and practices. Excited about the progress this kiddo has made.
I’m loving the Rules of Engagement and teaching my daughter how to be bully proof. She’s is building confidence and the ability to protect herself as she gets older. Proud of her hard work. Loving the welcoming community that Dark Horse has created. Highly recommend to everyone.
Jiu Jitsu has really helped my 9 year old with his confidence and getting all of that boy energy out during the week. Dark Horse has been a great help at showing my son how to be disciplined, competitive with good sportsmanship, great techniques and team work. I would highly recommend Dark Horse Brazilian Jiu Jitsu!
My son has attended classes for several months and I’ve seen amazing changes in his mental state as well as physical! He is more confident in himself, and is extremely proud of what he learns in classes every week! Thank you Dark Horse family!
It's like family here. Can't thank this crew enough for the impact they have made on our family. We have 4 family members training. A world class group with top notch instructors. Would recommend to anyone looking to change their life.
I’m really enjoying learning Brazilian Jiujitsu at Dark Horse! I love the community. Every time I feel a sense of accomplishment! Every Professor and Coach I’ve learned from is so humble and helpful. I definitely recommend!
We love Dark Horse! The coaches always make my son feel engaged, cared for, and encouraged. They push him while supporting his development. I am so grateful we found this place.
Dark Horse is fantastic ! This is where you want to be. Drama free. Clean. Their objective as a business is simply teaching good jiu jitsu
After spending several months training at Dark Horse, I can confidently say it's an exceptional place for learning Jiu-Jitsu and getting into shape. The coaches are remarkable in conveying the nuances of techniques, always willing to dedicate extra time to ensure thorough understanding. Dark Horse fosters a welcoming community, making it a truly inclusive environment for all.
Dark Horse is a great gym! Very friendly and welcoming ; the toughest thing to do in jiu Jitsu is walk through the door and the whole community makes it easier. You can pick your own level of involvement ; they have late classes doing the week at 7 pm . Which works great for me but they also have classes at noon too , so when you have a day off you can get your classes in early . And when you make a decision to come at noon the rest of the day I feel like I make great other decisions, especially with food choices . The coaches / professors want you to succeed and teach you their secrets . Please come By for a class , love to see you and give you a Brazilian high five 🖐️ !
My daughter has been attending Dark Horse for over a year. The coaches are so dedicated and enthusiastic. She has grown so much in her ability and confidence. Highly recommend them for all ages!
My 18 year old son has been learning Jiu Jitsu at Dark Horse for several years. I at 43 decided to follow in his footsteps and began my Jiu Jitsu education 7 months ago. It has been the best thing I have done for myself in over 20 years. In my forties and slightly out of shape had me anxious to walk through the door and start something new. I’m so glad I finally did as my time spent at Dark Horse relaxes my mind and gets my body moving in ways I previously thought impossible. Physically I feel the best I have since the turn of the last century. The community at Dark Horse makes showing up to class easy and I haven’t missed any time since I started. I could go on, but my noon class starts in 30 minutes.
Dark Horse BJJ is an amazing environment to train. Not only is the curriculum and class schedule great, but every person I have met has been truly wonderful. When you join Dark Horse you immediately become a part of an amazing community. As a woman training BJJ the community has been the most important factor. A very welcoming and warm environment which pushes you to be the best you can be.
Signed my 7 year old daughter up to Dark Horse after moving to Longmont from out of state. My daughter loves the classes and the teachers. It has been a great experience and the other kids have been so welcoming to her. She competes in tournaments and the school has done a great job of taking that into account while setting training expectations for her. My daughter can struggle with big feelings some times when she gets frustrated or tired, and the teachers have been great about helping her gather control of her feelings and get back to class so she doesn’t miss anything.
I started training here last year (2023) as a blue belt. This is the third gym in my years doing BJJ and probably the best so far. The technique and instruction is incredibly good with many different classes going covering all different levels, but the attention to detail from instructors is really impressive. The best and most important aspect of this gym(in my opinion) is you can train any way that you like. If you want to train at a really high level and win tournaments, there's people here who do that; if you just want to train because you like it and aren't looking to take it too seriously there's people who do that too. Overall five stars from me.
It doesn’t matter what walk of life you come from, this place can make your life better. I’ve trained here for years. They’ve always been accommodating of the various schedules I’ve had. There is also a great community and a ton of support if you want it from the coaches. I’ve learned all about Jiu Jitsu here, it’s one of the more developed academies in Colorado. However, I’ve also learned about life, happiness and inner peace.
My kids started last summer and my daughter loves it. The coaches are great and you feel like part of a family. I do the ladies class on Sunday with my daughter and love it. I highly recommend it all the ladies.
I was visiting Longmont from out of town and decided to check out Dark Horse. I dropped in for an open mat and everybody was super friendly and the place was very accommodating and clean. I would definitely recommend checking it out if you’re in the area and am looking forward to stopping by again next time I’m in town.
We moved here recently and love the learning and focused instruction. My kids love the coaches and my oldest loves the adult classes and training.
My son and I train here. It's the only gym I've trained at, but I've never wanted to train anywhere else over the last 2 years. Great training and even better people.
Love a women’s size defence led by women
This place is the real deal! Such an awesome community, incredible coaches, and a great varied schedule. If you’re curious about jiu jitsu, want to learn what it’s about, or are experienced and looking to put down roots, this is 200% the place to do it.
Dark Horse has changed my life in so many different ways! Great culture, clean facility and amazing instructors !!
I started BJJ at Dark Horse in 2010. It's been a transformational experience and I didn't realize when I walked in the door how much Jiu Jitsu would change my life for the better. Professor Dudderar's instruction and leadership are second to none. It's a clean and welcoming academy, my kids have grown up training there, and I have made countless freinds in the combat sports community through my journey at Dark Horse and as a Jiu Jitsu practitioner. If you're thinking of trying it out, just do it. It could transform your life.
I'm so grateful for Dark Horse, it is such a positive impact in my life. In the 6 months since my 6 year old son and I have joined, I've seen so much mental, spiritual, and physical growth in both of us. The coaches are full of knowledge, patience, and passion for jiu-jitsu. Everyone at Dark Horse is so supportive of eachother no matter what your goals are. I just can't put into words how appreciative I am for Dark Horse and every single person I have met there. I have found a new passion, great friends, and self confidence.
2 months in and my boys are hooked! One would think that the coaches In the children's class have an education in early childhood development, because of the way they interact with the students. Always so encouraging and engaging. When I get the chance I enjoy watching their classes, it's always fun and entertaining. I don't feel like my family is treated like a number But rather we feel more like part of their family. It's like a breath of fresh air in this crazy commercialized world that we live in now.
Dark horse is an amazing place to start or continue your fitness/life skills journey. Extremely knowledgeable professor's and coaches dedicated in helping you grow and excel at the classes you are attending. To anyone wondering if this school is worth it, In my experience so far, this is the best place to battle depression, lose weight, and meet supportive people while having fun doing it. You also are gaining priceless knowledge every time you step foot into the building. Their kids self defense program is unlike anything our family has experienced, super engaging and encouraging for the children. Wish we would have made the choice to join years ago.
What a great community! It's a safe environment. Our kids enjoy their training and appreciate the staff that guides them. Thank you to everyone who contributes to making this a rewarding experience for our children!
My ten year old has been coming here for 3 months and we couldn't be happier! After trying 3 different martial arts schools, we were thrilled to find Dark Horse! The classes are really fun for the kids but well structured, intense, and organized extremely well. The teachers are so knowledgeable and help the students one-on-one all the time. My kid LOVES coming to class. Along with learning the most useful martial arts out there, they also put a huge focus on character development. This place is a true gem!
I’ve been training a dark horse for about a year now. No jujitsu experience prior to that. It has been a great experience! Great coaches and staff!
Never thought I would like Jiu Jitsu. Didn’t wrestle in school. Close to middle aged, overweight, and out of shape. Needed something active during/after Covid. Decided to try Darkhorse and so thankful I did. This place is like a family. They support you in your goals and everyone is supportive when you first start and feel all awkward. There is no pressure to compete but there are coaches to support you if you want to compete. If this was an ultra competitive “gym” it wouldn’t be right for me, but I absolutely love this place (3 days a week, for 6 months now, trying to get healthy and learn some skills along the way are my goals).
Dark Horse is an amazing gym with excellent staff.
You won't find a better establishment than Dark Horse! My son has been attending the children's program there for a while and we can't say enough good things about the program itself and the staff. My husband and I appreciate that the program focuses on high moral character from the students and does so through mat chats each class where they are continually addressing such things as respect, kindness, perseverance, attitude, etc. The children also have to put those character traits into practice at home to advance to higher levels. The coaches are so patient and are the perfect balance between fun and high expectation. They have a special gift at handling the students in a way that keeps their confidence high and keeps them enjoying class. The instruction during class is really good and the students that have been there for awhile are very capable in the sport. Our family is very grateful for our Dark Horse family! Give them a try, you won't regret it!
Great place to take your kids for Ju Jitzu. Friendly, well kept, with excellent instructors.
What can I say, we watched Kingdom on Netflix. I turned to my husband and asked if he wanted to try something new. Dark Horse had a sick deal going for the first month. We met Brittany during our intro. She was amazing and still is. Sold us on the atmosphere and took us under her wing. We gained friendships, support, and #fam. So glad we made the decision to join. Highly recommended!
If you're looking for a physical practice to bring peace to your day to day life, jiu jitsu is a great answer to that. Further, if you decide that to be the case, Dark Horse is the place to do it. The community is warm and eclectic, and the instruction is top notch. This place has been a second home to me for years, and, I would recommend it to anyone. I hope to see you on the mats one day.
My son trains here, I have seen a lot of changes in him during his time with Dark horse, the kids classes teach more than just jiu jitsu, they help to build confidence and respect in our young ones, it's a friendly atmosphere, and good healthy activity for kids and adults. I would highly recommend.
Great coaches and welcoming community. They have training available for almost any schedule. Perfect for learning real world self-defense as well as progressing in the art of Brazilian jiu jitsu.
I have both of my children in classes. Great instructors.
Great teachers and very friendly training environment! I was on holidays coming from Australia and wanted to get some rolls in. They were very welcoming and the gym setup is great. If you're looking for a place to train or just to drop in, I highly recommend.
Dark Horse is the best place in Longmont to train Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai. World Class instruction, friendly environment and a terrific community.
If the thought of trying out Jiu-Jitsu has ever crossed your mind and you are in the Longmont area, do not hesitate to walk into Dark Horse. Regardless of your age, goals or where you stand right now physically and mentally, Dark Horse will help you gain physical strength, mobility, knowledge and skills that will change your life for the better. Professor Dudderar and the Coaches are very passionate about teaching and passing down priceless knowledge and they do so while keeping the classes fun and safe. I found Dark Horse while looking for a BJJ school for my son (9 years old) and two weeks after he joined, I also joined. I could not be happier with the decision.
If you are looking to learn JiuJitsu this is the place. There is an awesome cadre of coaches who providing a great atmosphere for learning and growing. The class schedules are very accommodating with a wide variety of times.
Highly recommend,Best school for BJJ , Self Defense, Muay Thai and boxing, with very experienced and awesome Instructors. Professor "Dude" is wise beyond his years. Everyone who practices and learns here adhere to very good principles and practices taught by the Professor and the Coach's.
Over two years ago I started training at dark horse BJJ. It is about being apart of something more than Yourself. It teaches you focus, self discipline, self control, respect, and so much more. This is where you are all equal no matter what you doing in your out side life. For me it has been a life changing experience. It has been great for me and my boys.
Enjoyed an exceptional class with coach Keifer tonight. I was REALLY impressed with the quality of instruction and will definitely make time to visit again!
If you are passionate about learning these martial arts DarkHorse is where to go! I’ve been to probably a dozen dojos, gyms, etc in Colorado Best experience I had was at DarkHorse!
Great place for private lessons for Muay Thai kickboxing and Brazilian Jujitsu. I drive from Loveland just to attend here. Eric is a great instructor. Flexible in scheduling too since I work various hours during days and evenings.
Great place to train. They offer day and night classes to fit your schedule. The instructors are knowledgeable and very technical while fostering a welcoming environment.
Best place for BJJ. I've tried other places but they sucked compared to dark horse. I do muay Thai there as well and it is a very good program. Coaches are very friendly. Everyone is there to help you. You will not be judged.
Wow veary good place to learn muay thai and jiu jitsu and the best coaches 😊😊
It's the best martial arts self defense class I've ever taken.
A "dark horse" is someone who comes from anonymity to achieve something great...that's you if you go to this school! Dark Horse BJJ offers world-class instruction from two incredibly talented black belt instructors. I've trained at many front range BJJ schools and Dark Horse is by far my favorite place to train. The classes are not intimidating and the instructors promote an atmosphere that encourages everyone to take care of their partners. The kids program is fantastic and they offer fitness classes and muay thai classes that are awesome workouts. I'm in my late 30s and have lost 60lbs since I started BJJ! This training gives you confidence, speed, agility, strength, power, and most of all: it's fun! You can try some classes risk free...just come in for an introductory class and watch a class to see what you think. Everyone is welcome at Dark Horse!
Liars and thieves! Jen told me that they would stop charging my credit card after our kids stopped attending classes, but they continued charging the card for several months. After calling them numerous times, we now have to go through our credit card company for partial reimbursement. Maybe they blew it on “supplies.”
i went there after a death in my family as i wanted a constructive way to blow of some steam and was treated beyond rude. very hurt by the instructors actions very hurt.
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