Forte Jiu Jitsu

3055 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017, USA

5.0 (114 reviews)

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(602) 879-8214

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Juan P. Merlos

This is a great Jiu Jitsu facility, I came in for a free lesson just to scope it out and immediately after walking into class, I was greeted with a friendly and encouraging smile. Everyone here has the same goals, get better at Jiu Jitsu and to encourage one another day to day to be the best person they can be. Its a great place to be if you want to become a better person on and off the Mats, it is a great sport to learn whether you want to learn to defend yourself and love ones or if you just want to have fun and improve your physique.
Posted 10 months ago
Catherine Jewell

Took a free Jiu Jitsu class with Luke during my stay in Phoenix! The facility was clean, up to date, and staff were friendly and professional. Luke had a very effective teaching method and was easily approachable for questions or clarification. It was very evident that he has a strong knowledge of (and experience in) Jiu Jitsu. He made it fun! Lastly, there was a strong sense of community at Forte. I felt like one with the team when I walked through the door rather than a stranger. Would highly recommend Forte! 10/10
Posted 11 months ago
Haris

Was invited to stop in and join some friends for BJJ. Loved my first session so much I ended up signing up for more right away. Lovely staff, welcoming atmosphere, and great instructors. Highly recommended to anyone interested in checking out BJJ!
Posted 1 year ago
Alex Cuevas

Had an awesome roll at Forte BJJ! The environment was super welcoming, and the level of instruction and training partners was top-notch. Everyone was respectful, skilled, and clearly dedicated to helping each other improve. Whether you're just visiting or looking for a home gym, Forte BJJ is definitely worth checking out. Can’t wait to come back! It feels great in here: Culture, Training and Instruction -> it is FUN! Great place to train!!!
Posted 1 year ago
Corina Hillsgrove

I can't recommend Forte Jiu Jitsu enough! If you're looking for a jiu-jitsu gym that offers top-notch instruction, a supportive community, and a welcoming atmosphere, look no further. The head coach, Luke's expertise in Jiu Jitsu is evident, but what sets him apart is his dedication to each student's progress. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned practitioner, he will tailor his instruction to meet you where you are on your journey. his patience, encouragement, and willingness to share his knowledge make every class a rewarding experience.

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Posted 1 year ago
Ricinda Smith

Luke is a great teacher! We enjoy stopping in whenever we can! It’s definitely a fun atmosphere.

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Posted 1 year ago
Zaki Naby Zada

The gym is super dope. And the gym is super nice and clean. Trained for 4 months with the coach luke. He is such great coach and mentor. I would always choose this place if i were a beginner again. Thanks 🍻

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Posted 1 year ago
nick melon

Luke is a fantastic teacher. Detailed, patient and focused on the betterment of his students. Many gyms teach the techniques of BJJ but Luke teaches concepts that allow his students to understand why we do the techniques and why they work. This creates athletes who truly understand the sport and may one day themselves become a black belt with the ability to teach others.

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Posted 1 year ago
Elyse T

this is a really fantastic, welcoming, community-focused place! I’ve attended several of the free monthly women’s self-defense classes; they’ve been very inclusive, informative, and FUN! I had never previously even stepped foot in any sort of martial art / combat sport training facility, ever. but I would feel totally comfortable taking any class here! the instructors are clearly knowledgeable and kind, and open to people who are brand new to the sport.

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Posted 1 year ago
Malia Seronio

Got to attend the free women's self defense classes on 11/23 and 1/18! I am a complete beginner, so coming into these spaces is a little intimidating sometimes, but everyone was super friendly and welcoming and went out of their way to make the newbies feel comfortable. Mina is an excellent instructor who was happy to take her time explaining things and offer support when needed. Not only did I work up a good sweat but I also had a lot of fun! Will be going back FOR SURE!

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Posted 1 year ago
Angel Otero Soto

Good vibe with the coaches and the teammates, very knowledgeable staff and I had fun coming back to training after 2 years off, looking forward for more knowledge.

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Posted 1 year ago
K 1

Head Coach is a dog! Great environment for beginners and experienced people alike.

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Posted 1 year ago
Ally

Everyone at Forte is the absolute best! From the coaches to the other students, everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming. There are students and coaches of all skill levels to learn from and Luke is a patient and knowledgeable teacher. I couldn’t recommend Forte enough!

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Posted 1 year ago
Robert Nolan (RohNoran)

I recently had the pleasure to visit the Forte Jiujitsu dojo, and I was quite impressed with the professional team they had and how they immediately greeted me. Coaches Luke, Mina, and Alberto bring with them years of experience, but also years as a team which is evident with the tight coordination. I have 10+ years of Judo and grappling experience and would confidently recommend Forte for you or your family. I also appreciate they are bringing a much needed service for our youth and adults to our admittedly underserved community. Osu!

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Posted 1 year ago
Sergio Camacho

Luke is an incredible leader with a great attitude. If you want a place to learn jiujitsu while also escaping reality for a couple hours a day, Forte is the place to be.

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Posted 1 year ago
Christian Moyer

Came in for my first time and had Luke as my instructor. Very welcoming and was able to be flexible with group sessions based on your skill level Would recommend anyone that is looking to push themselves and be surrounded by a good community of people!

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Posted 1 year ago
Aaron Fletcher

A place where its coaches truely believe Jiu Jitsu is for everybody. Whether you are just coming for the work out or training for gold, you will find a place to train at Forte.

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Posted 1 year ago
Brian Doss

Welcoming environment and very knowledgeable jiu jitsu instructor in Luke. I would def recommend for people to check out Forte Jiu Jitsu

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Posted 1 year ago
Jacob Valpey

As a beginner w/ only a months worth of training at another gym I had a great experience coming to my first class at Forte! The owner, Luke, seems to value taking time and attention for beginners/newcomers and I certainly feel like I’ve absorbed a lot in a short amount of time. Definitely appreciate the quality, pace and sequence of how he trains beginners like myself. Excitement to return for my next class is piqued!

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Posted 1 year ago
Alberto Cuellar

Clean, professional and humble. All the instructors are friendly and hyper focused on giving the best experience possible to every student!

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Posted 1 year ago
Tania Reyes

My aunt had recommended me to check out a self defense class and I haven’t stopped coming since! I love the people and the environment. I definitely made some new friends as well. Now I bring my sister along and it’s been a great experience. Thank you Forte!

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Posted 1 year ago
Ry M.

Really welcoming BJJ class. I communicated with Luke by email several times before attending my first class and he was very accommodating of my athletic abilities and health issues. The class had several beginners from their 20s to 40s mixed men and women. I was offered a very generous starting price and will be attending for the coming weeks. They are preparing for a Jiu Jiutsu competition in January and celebrating their 1 year anniversary in February. Check them out!

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Posted 1 year ago
cristian arroyo

Make sure you take the chance to try out this jiujitsu gym! It’s a family with truly supportive coaches and amazing training partners. The team is incredibly motivating, and everyone looks out for each other without taking away from the fun and challenge of rolling. I’m thrilled to be part of Forte Gym! Plus, it’s a really Latin friendly place haha!” This keeps your original energy and adds a little polish for clarity.

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Posted 1 year ago
Tito Defranco

Hello everyone, I'm Ronnie,,been training martial arts for a long time,, just getting back into jiu jitsu,, I picked Forte jiu jitsu,, to be my home,, Luke the owner,, makes you feel welcome!!! And you really learn everything,, from boxing, catch wrestling, judo, jiu jitsu,, he teaches self defense) competition,, street effectiveness,,, moves!!! The prices is right,, then alone you'd be surrounded by like minded people,,, there's no ego there,,, everyone helps each other,,, welcoming!!! It's Family,,, come give us a try you won't regret it,,,,

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Posted 1 year ago
Hilary Burton

What an incredible experience with Forte Jiu Jitsu! Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. The coaches are so knowledgeable and truly value your safety, well-being, and comfortability in the sport. I also LOVE that there are so many women on the mat here as well. I’m just a few weeks in and it already feels like family, thank you Forte!!

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Posted 2 years ago
adrian gonzalez

I’ve been a member for a couple weeks now and I’m loving it! Everyone is so nice and really made me feel welcome. I’m coming back from an injury and i’ve never felt pressured to do more than Im comfortable with. Even tho the pricing is much more affordable than my last school the people and the level of instruction is so much more valuable.

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Posted 2 years ago
Sam

Awesome instructor! Very good at breaking down the drill! What a fun class!

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Posted 2 years ago
Lacey McDermott

Super welcoming and informative. Highly recommend to anyone interested from any level whether it be beginners or those more advanced in the art

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Posted 2 years ago
Christian

great instructors, highly supportive community, and high quality athletes! If you’re a high level grappler, or bone stock beginner Luke is there to make you feel comfortable and welcome. Have tried multiple gyms in the surrounding area and Forte had everything I was looking for in a gym.

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Posted 2 years ago
Christian Lunday

The people at Forte are welcoming, friendly, patient, and have a vast amount of BJJ and catch wrestling experience. Not only do they have that knowledge, but they are great teachers who are able to demonstrate and communicate that knowledge to all skill levels. Coach Luke has done a fantastic job and Forte is going to be a dominant force under his stewardship for a long time.

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Posted 2 years ago
Heather

Absolutely love this wonderful academy. I’m really new to learning Jiu Jitsu and was certainly nervous about getting so up close and personal with strangers but they made me feel so welcome and comfortable as I learned. Now I’m excited to go every week because I’ve made great friends.

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Posted 2 years ago
Pedro Botello Santibanez

From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly atmosphere. The coaches are not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also genuinely care about each students progress. Coach Luke, Mina, Aaron & Beto, all take the time to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported, regardless of skill level. The classes, which range from Jiu jitsu, Judo, and boxing are all well constructed and engaging, making it easy to learn while having fun. I’ve seen such great improvements in my technique already. If you’re looking for a place to train with great people and exceptional coaches, I can’t recommend Forte Jiu Jitsu enough!

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Posted 2 years ago
Alina Tucker

Luke and Mina are both so fun and so break down the technique to easily understand and how it can be used in real time! It was such a great environment and will definitely be dropping in from time to time! Thank you Forte!

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Posted 2 years ago
Brandon Kostelic

My first-ever Jiu Jitsu class was at Forte a week ago, and everyone was incredibly welcoming and patient. My friend Mina introduced me, and we had an awesome class; worked on all sorts of techniques. Luke, the owner, is talented and welcoming too. It's a great gym for a rookie like myself, or even a blackbelt looking to start sharp and spar with others. I'll definitely be back—thanks, everyone!

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Posted 2 years ago
Michael Hernandez

This is the best gym I’ve ever been to. Luke and all the other instructors are incredible.

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Posted 2 years ago
LAMA TENZIN

Stopped by for open mat. Clean gym and great people to roll with. Highly recommend this gym!

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Posted 2 years ago
Jose Arturo

FORTE ALL DAY !!!!

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Posted 2 years ago
Matt Andrews

Hit the Saturday noon open mat. Great gym, great owners, great gi and no gi rolls. I'll be back for sure!

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Posted 2 years ago
Bayo

Best experience I had at a ju jitsu gym

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Posted 2 years ago
Leo

Our instructors are exceptional, supported by an amazing team, and Forte offers the best environment for growth, both physically and mentally.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jerry Vargas

great place and great vibes from everyone. You’ll get a good challenge and workout

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Posted 2 years ago
Thomas Licurgo

The best Jit to have ever Su'd 👍

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Posted 2 years ago
Ashley Fletcher

Amazing training environment. The coaches are very welcoming and knowledgable. This is a great place to train no matter what belt/skill level you are.

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Posted 2 years ago
Tremayne Harris

Forte Jiu Jitsu is a great gym for beginners and experience practioneers. The gym's has well knowledgeable instructors and a very welcoming atmosphere. I highly recommend this gym if your ready to start your jiu jitsu journey.

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Posted 2 years ago
Tom V

I’ve been training with Luke Boston for the past three years, and my jujitsu skills have grown dramatically thanks to him. Now that he has opened Forte Jujitsu in Phoenix, I couldn’t be more excited. Luke’s teaching includes judo, catch wrestling, and traditional Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ), providing a diverse and comprehensive training experience. If you’re looking for an amazing gym to join, look no further—this is it. The environment is welcoming, and the training is top-notch. Whether you’re new to jujitsu or an experienced practitioner, Forte Jujitsu is the perfect place to advance your skills. Highly recommended!

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Posted 2 years ago
ShopUltimate

Forte Jiu- Jitsu is the future of jiu-jitsu in arizona. I been a member since day one and it has been the best decision I have made. In 5 months I have gotten stronger physically and mentally. They always made you feel welcome and the trainers are fantastic. And the best part is they push you and motivate you to explode your full potential.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jose Quezada

Forte jiu jitsu is the PERFECT place for you if you're looking to start training, I've developed both incredible discipline and technique in my time here. On top of the ahead great atmosphere and curriculum, we're all inclusive and it feels great to look around the mat and see so many different people and body types!

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Posted 2 years ago
Fredo Lopez

Amazing place, with great vibes and instructors who really take the time to teach you the techniques and thoroughly explain them. Get in there now and try a few classes!

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Posted 2 years ago
Mina Burnside

Forte Jiu Jitsu is one of the most friendly, welcoming, and overall incredible gyms I have been to in my 11 years of training. They offer high level instruction for both gi and nogi Jiu Jitsu, AND great techniques for wrestling. Luke and Cori have built something incredible and if you like learning great jiu jitsu with great people, this is the place for you!

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Posted 2 years ago
gilbert olivas

This part of town has long needed a solid BJJ program, and who better than the highly talented and charismatic Professor Luke Boston to bring Jiu Jitsu to Maryvale! Luke and his team have a wonderful method of making techniques and concepts easy to understand for all levels and abilities. Luke is a battle tested competitor who understands both the sport and self defense approaches to training. Anyone who takes the time to learn from Mr. Boston is truly investing in themselves.

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Posted 2 years ago
Harley Smith

Luke is a fantastic coach and training partner. If you have been thinking about trying something new you can't go wrong with coach Luke's teaching and knowledge. We have been training partners for years and is a top notch person and coach. He has traveled near and far to accelerate his grappling knowledge and acumen. I plan to drop in as much ad I can to get have coach Luke help level up my grappling game.

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Posted 2 years ago
Thomas T

Love Forte! Coaching is awesome and really hands on approach!

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Posted 2 years ago
Dane Acena

"I just hopped into Jiu-Jitsu at Luke's classes, and wow, it's been awesome! Even though I've done some other martial arts, this is a whole new ball game. Luke breaks things down, from why we do warm-ups to the cool moves like guards and chokes. The vibe in the class got me so pumped that I snagged their 'Founders Offer.' If you're thinking about trying it out, go for it – it's super fun and totally worth it!"

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Posted 2 years ago