Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
14647 S 50th St C-172, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
The best martial arts school in Ahwatukee, AZ. See why hundreds of people love our self-defense training classes.
14647 S 50th St C-172, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
The best martial arts school in Ahwatukee, AZ. See why hundreds of people love our self-defense training classes.
An incredible environment to train jiujitsu. Professional, clean, no drama, and intense training taught by incredible coaches and professors. Favorite part? Everyone is happy to be here. Smiles all around. We get to train and learn jiujitsu and also experience the heart and joy of it as well.
My son trains here (little champions) and since the beginning the coaches have been nothing but amazing. They all have the patience of saints and are always making sure the kids are safely training. The lessons are catered for their age groups and there’s plenty of coaches for the kids to train effectively. They’re very understanding of wiggly children and their short attention span. These coaches deserve the world!
My child has become very good at jujutsu she has beaten many higher belts and older kids than her even though she is a white belt
About a month ago I ended up stuck in Phoenix for a day due to a flight delay and this gym happened to be walking distance from my hotel. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming, the gym was clean, they even provided my friend and I with gis and the correct colored belts to wear. The people I got to roll with were world class. I would love to train here again one day and would absolutely recommend this gym. Thank you again for the hospitality!
Awesome instructors, nice friendly atmosphere. Really enjoy going there!
great place to make kids solid$strong.
High level coaching - and has great kid environment. Love coach Marcio, Bobby and Mo!
My 7 year old son has been going for almost 2 years and he still loves it. We started him because he was having a lot of trouble getting distracted at school. It has been awesome to see how he has grown in his focus and ability to listen. The coaches have all been awesome with him and so patient with all the kids. Marcio and Brenda are amazing and it is clear how much passion they have for sharing their love of BJJ with the community. My husband just joined a couple weeks ago as well because he loved how they taught and the welcoming environment all the coaches have made.
When I started my Jiu Jitsu journey at the Marcio Andre Academy I was 64 years old, with no previous experience. It is now four years later, and joining Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu has turned out to be the best decision I have ever made. It has completely changed my life. From top competitor classes to a family atmosphere with amazing kid’s lessons, this world-class Jiu Jitsu academy has it all. The level of personal attention from the school’s exceptional black-belt instructors is unapparelled. Marcio Andre is a legendary, generational jiu jitsu talent, and he teaches many of the classes himself, including kid’s classes. You just won’t find that anywhere else. I am now a 68-year-old purple belt, and this journey has been nothing short of amazing. I have never been in better shape in my entire life. My flexibility and mobility have improved dramatically. But the best part is the support and comradery that comes with being part of the Marcio Andre Academy family. It is just plain fun. We train together, cheer for each other, and grow together. As the oldest athlete in the gym people go out of their way to help me. I will always be grateful for everything Marcio and his wife Brenda have done for me. I have found the fountain of youth!
Great atmosphere for parents and children to train in. The instructors are world class and dedicated to their craft. They have classes that cover a wide variety of needs- from young to old. Their competition class will develop you to perform to your best abilities. I would advise anyone who wants to challenge themselves to come and learn here.
Best Jiu Jitzu gym and classes ever my kids have been to other gyms and didn’t like but they look forward every day coming here to see the coaches and especially coach Marcio and this gym makes you feel like family not just friends
We traveled from Florida to Arizona for a ADCC ipen tournament. Before leaving Florida I reached out to Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Academy to schedule a private lesson. The response was very timely and extremely professional. Upon arriving we were imeaditly treated like family with a very high level of customer service. After a few minutes of talking with Ella and moving with her he had established a awesome connection. The time spent with him and the techniques shown were extremely valuable. After the tournament we decided to stay a few more days in Arizona and drop in on some regular scheduled classes. We were extremely impressed with the entire experience and strongly urge anyone at any age to definitely take advantage of any opportunities to work with Marcio and his team.
Great environment, everybody is nice and welcoming. The place is nice and clean, Coaches always willing to help you. A very nice experience for all ages. Este lugar es excelente en todos los aspectos y lo más importante nadie te hace sentir menos.
This gym is awesome and very clean. It is a friendly environment with a high emphasis on technique and doing proper BJJ. There is a reason this Gym has so many good competitors and that comes down to the excellent instructors.
Great gym , Great people , Very clean . Marcio and Brenda make everyone feel right at home proud to be learning from one of the best in the world . 5 Stars +
Exactly gym excellent teachers very clean the perfect place for your family
Marcio and his wife Brenda are amazing! They put their heart and soul into their students. The gym is always clean, including the dressing rooms, bathrooms and the mats. I love the fact that there are many classes for all ages and experience. Marcio, and Brenda make their gym a well structured atmosphere for children! Their classes build confidence and discipline for the younger children and teens as well as for the adults. It’s a wonderful place to enjoy the art of Jiu Jitsu and an amazing completion team for those that feel they want a little more excitement! The classes are taught by Marcio and his team of Wold Class Athletes. My son has been with Marcio for almost 3 years and to see him grow into an amazing, strong, disciplined young man is something special. Thank you to Marcio and Brenda for the love and dedication they give to their students. I give them 20 star rating!
Atendimento muito bom. Treino de competição muito muito bom, bons professores e instrutores 💯💯💯💯💯
Marcio Andre’s Academy truly is a special place with amazing people. My family and I have been lucky enough to visit for extended periods several times and each time we have left with memories and moments to treasure. We have been to other world class academies and nowhere has even come close to the level of instruction, concepts and ability to spend time with a world class Professor like Marcio. You will never find a Professor more giving to his students. Marcio brings absolute joy to the academy every day and teaches all day including the kids program. Marcio is the perfect blend of knowing exactly what you need technically and knowing exactly how to motivate you to be your best. Marcio has won at the absolute highest levels and is an incredible and deep source or experience, knowledge and inspiration. Along with his family there is an amazing group of individuals learning, training and competing at the highest levels here. They are incredibly welcoming and friendly. My son is a competitor and the reason we travel every summer. They treat him like absolute gold and he truly loves Professor Marcio and the entire family here. It is incredible for him to train and learn alongside his heroes and one day he hopes to be able to train full time with Professor Marcio. If you live or are in the Phoenix area consider yourself blessed and go learn from one of the best human beings and Jiu Jitsu Professors ever.
Amazing gym, with a great competition team. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. Good instruction for all levels, both adult and kids, and the gym is always clean.
This is the place to be! Great organization, and amazing staff/coaches. I’m so grateful for Coach Marcio and all the dedication he puts into us students. This has become a second family for me and I highly recommend training here at Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu academy!
The kids classes here are the best! Marcio and his team of coaches create a safe and positive environment for kids and families. They are patient and supportive as the kids learn new techniques, and work with them closely if they need help. My 7-year old has learned so much…while having fun at the same time!
Transferred to Marcio Andre’s BJJ academy from a different academy due to the location and the schedule of classes they offer. It’s been a great experience so far! Everyone is kind and welcoming, all the instructors are knowledgeable and helpful, and I really love to see how family oriented the academy is. There are classes for people of all ages and skill levels, the facility is clean, but the best part is learning BJJ among genuinely good people. Would definitely recommend!
This is THE place to do jiu jitsu not just in Arizona but the whole country. Marcio himself is an amazing competitor, so he knows how to give instruction that will work against live resistance. Everything from the standup wrestling to the meticulous groundwork, Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu has it all. Love the vibes, the people, and the training! Highly recommend to everyone.
Been a member here going on 3 years. Marcio is a great coach. He can break down any move and walk you thru it so it’s easily understandable. The gym have a great vibe in that it’s competitive but not overwhelming. Everyone is there to help everyone else get better. Both my sons go and they aren’t always the best listeners. All the coaches have great patience with them. All the coaches are great examples for them and good role models.
Such an amazing BJJ school.. Instructors are thorough and the structure is consistent.
Me and my son have been going to this academy for over a year and can’t recommend it enough. Professor Marcio Andre is the best and all the instructors are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
I highly recommend this academy. I have attended for over 4 years now and enjoy every class. The coaching is elite, the fellow students are a fantastic group of people who challenge you and encourage you to succeed, and the facility is top notch. I didn’t start until my 40s and was worried it was too late. I was wrong. Marcio and the team welcome everyone and you can achieve more than you imagined here.
This gym is the best around they get the best out of there students and the staff is the best around and the gym is very clean and tons of room
I have been with my coach, Marcio Andre, before the academy opened. He has been a huge blessing to my life and I will be forever grateful for him. He is an incredible coach and will challenge you in many ways on and off the mat. He is the best coach I could ever ask for and I truly believe no one will get the same anywhere.
Training here is great, after switching here I felt that my level grew and overall the lessons are super engaging and catering to your style of jiu jitsu. Highly recommend for those that want to learn very high level jiu jitsu from an excellent teacher.
Marcio and his team of coaches have been transformative for our son’s development. He is patient but intense and everything in between you could want in a combat sports coach. The gym is so welcoming and has the highest of high level athletes training all the way to the first day at any age. This just a fantastic place we couldn’t recommend more!
I enjoyed seeing how the gym operates and got to see first hand how well classes are organized for all ages. Staff was great & easy to work with.
My husband and children train here and they love it! They have a great kids class. Their coaches are knowledgeable and engaging. You can’t get any better than Marcio’s!
I’ve been training Brazilian jujitsu for 12 years. I’ve got to experience many levels and instructors and coaches marcio Andre Brazilian jujitsu academy is top level in every way.the atmosphere is very warm and inviting fun and family friendly. every coach cares passionately about the students learning good technique and getting better doesn’t matter if you’re young or old a blackbelt or a first time white belt if you want to learn jujitsu or get better jujitsu this is one of the best academy’s in Arizona.
Everyone at MA is friendly and super knowledgeable in jiu jitsu. This was one of the first gyms I walked into and felt welcomed immediately! Would recommend MA to anyone in Phoenix.
I’ve been training Brazilian jiujitsu for over 16 and I’ve had the pleasure of training from coast to coast, all over America and trained in various places in Brazil. I usually snowbird in Arizona about 3 months out of the year. This year I decided to train at Marcia Andre Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy. Let me start by saying how conveniently located close to the freeway making it easily accessible from all parts of town. When I first walked into the gym i was greeted by professor Marcio’s wife Brenda and was immediately made feel right at home. I was blown away at the size of the mat space and just how immaculately clean every thing is. The head instructor Professor Marcio Andre watches over everything and is super nice to help out. Professor Marcio is a world renowned legend in the sport of jiu-jitsu. His academy is ranked as the best in Arizona and it’s easy to see why. If you’re a high level medal chaser, a casual trainer, or if your interested in having your children learn jiu-jitsu Marcio Adrea jiu-jitsu Academy is your place. I can’t speak highly enough or recommend a better gym I’ve ever been to. FIVE STAR!!
Buen lugar para entrenar y prepararse para competir. Mejore mucho mi jiu jitsu entrenando con Marcio Andre y sus alumnos. Una experiencia que marco mi vida
Great gym for those wanting to learn proper jiu jitsu casually or competitively. Highly recommend for those looking to compete at the highest level. If you want to get in shape or lose weight this is also a great place to achieve this goal! I am thankful for my jiu jitsu community at Marcio Andre JJ.
I moved to Arizona in 2021 and started training at Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu in the Womens Class. I had never trained Jiu jitsu before so I did not know what to expect. Marcio and Brenda were amazing coaches and everyone goes out of their way to make you feel welcome. If you are looking for a fun and welcoming environment to start your jiu jitsu journey Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu is the place to be!
I have been training at Marcio Andre Jiu-Jitsu since it opened in 2019 and I can confidently say there is no other place I would rather be. High-level jiu-jitsu at an academy friendly to competitors, hobbyists, kids, adults. Everyone is welcome and treated like family. I highly recommend everyone try a class here at least once to see why I love it so much.
We couldn’t ask for a better place for our 5 year old! All coaches are highly skilled, and knowledgeable! The coaches break down each skill for students to learn in order to gain proficiency.
Immaculate gym with the best staff and coaches.
It was so great to hear from my kids, after training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for about 12 years and I quote "I feel like I started learning Jiu Jitsu 2 years ago". We moved to Arizona 2 years ago and that is when they started training with Marcio Andre, and started wining every major BJJ Tournaments and even did the IBJJF Grand Slam in 2023. Thanks Marcio Andre for been a great influence in my kids lives. OSS
I cannot fault this academy. The atmosphere is friendly, everybody is kind and welcoming and the instructors are some of the best in the world! If you’re unsure of where to begin your Jiu-Jitsu journey, do yourself a favor and start here. Train with the best.
Following a move from England I was looking for something to break the week days up & came across Marcio Andre BJJ academy on social media offering a week free trial. With no previous martial arts/BJJ experience this was a step out of my comfort zone. From day one the staff have been welcoming & friendly. The Professor’s & trainers take the time to explain & coach techniques thoroughly. They are always on hand to help me improve, offer advice & answer my questions (often after the classes have finished). The academy has a real family friendly atmosphere & it is always a fun, positive & upbeat environment. Just wish I’d found MA BJJ academy when I first moved to PHX back in late 2022!
The gym is beautiful and clean. Everyone is super friendly and Welcome. Thank you professor Marcio for helping us get better.
The best Jiu Jitsu School in the world. Amazing training and people
So welcoming and great classes and people!
I moved to Arizona in 2019 and was lucky enough to find Marcio Andre BJJ to continue my jiu-jitsu journey. From the moment I walked in I felt nothing but a welcoming, safe and clean training environment. The instructors are top notch and make each class fun yet challenging. In addition to a great adult program they offer a kids program. Both my kids have decided to join and love every minute of it. If you’re curious about what jiu-jitsu can offer you and your family, come check out MA BJJ.
As soon as you walk in it’s always smiling faces, you are greeted and instantly feel welcomed. The staff and athletes that train there are some of the nicest people i’ve met in my life. It truly is one big family.
My kids have been to a few jiujitsu academies growing up and this one was by far their favorite. They have been training at MAJJ for almost two years and they are excited to train every time! Marcio and Brenda are amazing coaches and make the gym feel like home. My kids have grown so much while training with them. Whether you are just training for fun or you want to compete I 100% recommend this gym.
This is a awesome gym and great coaching staff.
Hands Down the Best Gym for Self Defense and Grappling in the State!
Great group of individuals. Like family. Great price. My child loves going and it has helped her focus in school and at home. She has great confidence, has learned to use her words and developed leadership skills
Respect. Commitment. Sportsmanship. Discipline. These are the characteristics Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy teaches. My kids love this place because they not only learn the art or Jiu-jitsu but also these character traits. Coach Marcio and Coach Brenda really have a love for these kids. They along with the other coaches, like Coach Danny and Coach Bobby, love this sport and the kids they teach, and it shows. We feel at home here with our jiu-jitsu family. We highly recommend this academy.
World class training and the best and most caring coaches in the industry. All ages welcome, start your kids young and MA will provide them with the skills and discipline that will last a lifetime. Or if you might think you are past your prime, prove yourself wrong and get trained by masters and champions. Thank you MA, OSS!
I’ve been going to the gym from the day it started. Marcio Andre is simply amazing. It is the best gym in Arizona by far! Whether you are a serious competitor or simply want to learn Jiu Jitsu - Look no further. I could not give a higher recommendation.
Awesome school! Marcio is an amazing teacher. I’ve been there for almost two years and it’s been a great experience. If you want to complete you will get to the next level!! if you want to be in shape you’ll get that too. This school has an awesome community feeling. Everyone is super supportive and positive. There’s a class for everyone.
Marcio and Brenda represent the very best in what any person could hope for in coaches. Together, they have created an environment of family that welcomes all from world class athlete to every-day person. As someone who has started their journey into jiu-jitsu over the age of 40, I could not be happier training here. Macio’s ability to teach the art of jiu-jitsu in a way that all understand is unmatched. From day one, every person training there, has been open and welcoming. Exactly what any person could hope for starting something new.
Beautiful instructions making the art of Jiu Jitsu truly an art. Real technical knowledge that applies to real world situations and the highest level of competition. If you want to learn the best learn from the best. Highly recommend Marcio and his army of black belts as top class instructors
I have had the best Jiu-jitsu journey here. We do it as a family and our kids love it. The coaches and students are so welcoming!
The team of Jiu-Jitsu experts at this Academy are excellent! Our twins have learned the true meaning of: respect, commitment, sportsmanship and discipline. We have met other great families and kids. We highly recommend this wonderful community to others!
World class instructor, great facility, and full of nice people. Great place to train!
Great atmosphere the coaches are amazing people. Always teaching with a great attitude. They’re so nice and have a lot of patience towards everybody specially the kids. My entire family loves it ❤️❤️
Both my kids go here and they love it! 6 and 8. Marcio is literally world class and the whole team there is unbelievably nice! Feels like family when you’re there
This place has been super friendly and very welcoming since I started. The instructors are very knowledgeable, and humble. They are amazing at communicating what they know and are always seeking to push you to what your best abilities are. The place is also very clean (for those who are worried about COVID) they check your temperature as well as you enter and everyone is wearing masks throughout class. I have never trained in Jiu-Jitsu, so of course I was a bit nervous, however this place has allowed me to feel at home since my first class! I definitely recommend this place!! It’s one of the best ones you’ll ever find!!
My boys started about a year ago and love it. My oldest son has never been a super driven kid. In other sports it was more of a battle to get him to participate. He chooses to happily go. Loves showing us what he is learning and we have seen an improvement in his overall mood and motivation at home! Great community!
I've been going to Marcio Andre for a little over a month now as a first timer and I can't be more satisfied with my experience. They are very welcoming and everyone is treated as a family. The instructors are incredible technicians and teach at a very learnable rate and make sure everyone has a clear mastery of the sequence learned before moving forward. They allow us to push ourselves to our own limits as well which provides for an incredible workout. I'll NEVER train at another gym in my life. Can't recommend this gym, and the trainers, enough.
Before coming to this academy I had previously done Jiujitsu for about a month but had trouble keeping up since too much information was thrown at me too quickly. When learning from Marcio and his wife Brenda however, they break down sequences at a digestible pace and the classes are still challenging enough for me to get in an excellent workout every time. Everyone at the academy is very friendly and always willing to help as well. It is a great atmosphere and I can't recommend the Marcio Andre BJJ Academy enough for anyone looking to do JiuJitsu.
Stepping into an academy can cause anxiety, whether your new to Jiu-Jitsu or if you’ve been in the sport for a while and looking for a new gym. Spending any time in in this academy, you can feel what makes this place special. Joining this team is joining a family. Marcio and Brenda are inviting and care about their students like they are family. Marcio personally coaches the fundamental classes and provides world-class instruction with a high level of detail. He is uniquely adept in coaching to individual needs, adequately challenging the competitive athlete and hobbyist alike. Both Brenda and Marcio do a great job with the kids classes. They teach the kids not only Jiu-Jitsu but focus, discipline, commitment, and respect. The gym is modern and immaculate; a great space to train. I am proud to represent Marcio Andre’s academy and have my entire family call it their Jiu-Jitsu home.
As someone who is new to martial arts, I would recommend Marcio's academy. Marcio and Brenda did a great job of breaking down the moves into sequences so that you gain a better understanding of what is going on and why. BJJ is like chess, every move has a counter, and the more you see and do a move, the more things become automatic. The rest of the mentors, Nigel and Leo were awesome and informative. Even the other students welcome you with open arms. I also lost 5 pounds after my first week there! Highly recommend.
Marcio is an amazing instructor with a lot of patience. He has worked with our 16 year old as well as our 12 year old. He has been working with our son since he was 13. They are both competitive. He works a lot with them on their game plan. He goes above and beyond for his students to make sure they understand what they are learning.
This GYM is an amazing place to train you learn how to be technical and you learn so much more then just that. This gym will get you ready for the future.
Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy Is an amazing place to train at. The attention to details that professor Marcio put into his classes are second to none the atmosphere at the academy is very family oriented and welcoming. I would recommend the academy for anyone no matter if your wanting to try it or a season competitor. Marcio will take the time to help all learn and grow not only in Jiu-Jitsu but with self confidence also with self defense.
I love training here! Marcio is welcoming, highly technical, and has a passion for teaching his students. His classes will test your mental tenacity and physical endurance, and you’ll love every second of it! Marcio brings an energy and patience to teaching BJJ that’s unmatched. If you’re just starting out or looking to take your competition training to the next level, train here!
I highlyh recommend the Marcio Andre Academy. It's really big, clean, well-organized and with an excellent teacher.
There are many desirable and positive attributes that set Marcio Andre's new academy head and shoulders above many others in the valley. Start with the instructor - he is a product of success through hard work; Marcio is a highly accomplished and decorated BJJ athlete - he is a multiple time IBJJF Adult World Champion; this means that you can be confident that what he is teaching you is effective whether you are competing in a tournament or need to defend yourself in the street. He is very passionate and driven and puts his heart and soul into the athletes that he teaches. His instruction style is focused and intense so you can expect to become physically stronger and healthier as a result of training; your techniques will progress in short order as long as you listen and work hard. The environment of the academy is also optimal; it has a clean, spacious and contemporary feel. I can confidently predict that his academy will be turning out some of the top BJJ athletes to come out of Arizona. Expect big things for Marcio and his students moving forward.
Academia top com o melhor do jiu-jítsu !!!
Excellent training and instruction here with Professor Marcio Andre. Jiu jitsu community is very welcoming to anyone everywhere I go including this place.
Excelência em qualidade , na formação de grandes atletas , instrução com o grande conhecimento do Grande Campeão Márcio André . 👊
Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy is an amazing place to train. The facility is spotless, the mats are amazing, staff is professional and coaching is world class. Classes will always challenge and educate every athlete at any level. Most importantly to me, the gym is extremely family friendly. I’d recommend this academy to any traveling visitor, family, new white belt or high level competitor.
If you want to train with the very best and learn Jiu-Jitsu that’s on the cutting edge, come to Marcio Andres.
Marcio is an amazing professor that is able to bring the best out of his students. He truly cares about his students and knows what each one needs.
Learning Jiu-Jitsu directly from a Black Belt world champion is eye-opening. The school is very clean and modern, and I would highly recommend this for anyone in Ahwatukee or Phoenix.
World class coach! Very detailed in his coaching easy to learn from. My kids have been training with him for 3 years.
The best coach , fancy jiu jitsu and a Awesome environment.
Hands down the best Jiu Jitsu in the state of Arizona. Marcio is a true professional. I highly recomend Marcio André jiu jitsu academy
The best professor in Jiu Jitsu
I've been fortunate to have Marcio as a coach for the past couple years and it's been an awesome experience. The level of detail he's able to convey while teaching is unparalleled and make it easy to understand why he's one of the best competitors in Jiu Jitsu. Marcio cares for his students and pushes us to be our best everyday. Whether you're looking to compete or push yourself to be the best you can be you should definitely check out Marcio Andre Jiu Jitsu Academy!
What separates Professor Marcio from other instructors is the level of detail and attention. Not only does he challenge and make you you use your brain, he also comes around and corrects your mistakes. Marcio is a true champ on and off the mats. He is one of the nicest, most humble people you will ever meet and has treated me like family. Beautiful facility! The academy is very welcoming and has friendly environment for all ages and skill levels.
An amazing coach. So happy for his new gym he makes champs!!!
Marcio Andre is well-known as being one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners in the world; he is also a passionate coach who is actively building a new team. I’ve trained at many gyms all over the country, and this place is a cut above the rest. Try a class and you’ll see exactly what I’m talking about!
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