White 2 Black Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

745 W Baseline Rd suite 12, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA

(37 reviews)

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Kyle Buchanan

Professors Italo and Sara are great instructors! They’re both badass martial artists but are very friendly and professional to all their students. I’ve been training here for 6ish months in the adult class and have really enjoyed it

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Posted 1 year ago
Nathan Stoltzfus

Awesome place to train. Professors Italo and Sara are extremely knowledgeable and excellent teachers. If you are on the fence about trying Jiu Jitsu, I highly recommend taking a free lesson here.

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Posted 1 year ago
Alyssa V

We love this place. The professors are knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to teaching the basics to our kids. It’s an inviting atmosphere where us parents can get to know each other during class. 10/10 recommend

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Posted 1 year ago
E Alfonso

I highly recommend White 2 Black Jiu Jitsu Academy. If you are looking for a great place to learn BJJ, this is the place to go. Professor Sara and Professor Italo are very knowledgeable and professional. They are really great with kids and very patient.

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Posted 1 year ago
sharbel bader

I can't say enough great things about [Gym Name]! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by both the instructors and fellow members. The facility is clean and well-maintained, providing a fantastic environment for training. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. They take the time to ensure everyone, regardless of skill level, understands the techniques. Their emphasis on both skill development and personal growth creates a supportive atmosphere that encourages everyone to push their limits. What I love most is the sense of community here. Everyone is eager to help one another improve, making each class enjoyable and motivating. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, there’s always something new to learn.

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Posted 1 year ago
J E

Love this place! It’s right around the corner from y house. It’s fun enough for my ADHD kiddo to go have fun and learn different techniques and not get bored.

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Posted 1 year ago
David Tello

In June 2024, we encountered White2Black Academy, and my 7-year-old daughter loved it from the start. Professors Sarah and Italo are amazing people. They are very caring and passionate about teaching not just Jiu-Jitsu but also many valuable life lessons that are helping my daughter grow into a well-centered person. Everyone is welcome with the same caring aptitude, and the children love them and enjoy learning Jiu-Jitsu.

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Posted 1 year ago
Jesse Rojas

I started training here in June after a hiatus due to Injury and moving cities (so I had to look around for gyms in my area) - Ever since the first class with Professor Italo, I’ve noticed that my confidence and motivation started rapidly increasing. Everything I’ve learned prior and going forwards make me feel like all of the “puzzles in jiujitsu” just seems to be fitting together. This is all thanks to Sara and Italo for making sure that the mats are a safe place for every student.

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Posted 1 year ago
Kathleen Mullen

After my first lesson I was hooked! Great facility, wonderful people. Come try a class!

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Posted 1 year ago
Paulina Rivera

Great experience! The instructors are knowledgeable and friendly, the class is collaborative and adjusted for different needs and skill levels, and the prices are great!

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Posted 1 year ago
Dominique Gastelum

My boys have been participating here at White 2 Black Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy for a few months now and they Love it. They are the ages of 7yrs old and 10yrs old and have really learned so much!! They had previously had karate classes and we were not pleased with those lessons at all; my husband then found this company and we honestly LOVE this class so much! I even tried the women's only self defense class and it was amazing!! The Instructors are very skilled and have many medals up to show they success. Male, female or a child they have a class for you. I would highly encourage this Jiu-Jitsu class to anyone who really wants to train and learn key moves for any fight. Check it out and get a full body workout/ training.

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Posted 1 year ago
Dustin Pennington

Excellent environment for kids, great presentation, clean and the team there provides a welcoming atmosphere.

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Posted 1 year ago
joe lara

This place is amazing, I been in Jiu-Jitsu for years now and I was looking for a place for my 4 year old daughter to start her journey, it was a far drive for us however the schedule worked for us and after going in to visit and watching the kids training I was impressed. I decided to join myself after being cleared from injury to give her extra motivation and train a few days a week. Unfortunately she was not ready, but the kids classes are just amazing. Professor Sara and Professor Italo make you feel like family. Adult BJJ is out of this world there, if I was not hours away I would have never left. Forever grateful on meeting great people. Thank you 🤙🏽

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Posted 1 year ago
Dina Williams

My experience with the women's self-defense class at White 2 Black has been a positive, uplifting, and empowering one! Both professors are highly trained and skilled and they exemplify the highest standards of respect and confidence. I definitely recommend this academy for women, men, and families!

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Posted 1 year ago
lerys del moral

took a trial class and it was a great experience, really knowledgeable and welcoming instructors and students. you can tell they really care

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Posted 2 years ago
Ana Sucena

My grandmother, I couldn’t be happier with our experience at White 2 Black Academy. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed either warmth and professionalism. The professors are incredibly kind and supportive. I recommend it to anyone seeking a positive and family environment.

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Posted 2 years ago
scott vasquez

This amazing husband and wife duo is so fantastic at teaching jujitsu. My son is thriving at learning this art form but also from the life lessons the professors teach. I recommend this academy to anyone who wants their kids to learn respect, self control , discipline and most of all how to have fun.

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Posted 2 years ago
Jonathan Kunneman

I trained with Professor Italo years back, his knowledge and excitement to share his knowledge in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is amazing! You will love the environment while learning real Jiu Jitsu!

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Posted 2 years ago
Tony Hutchinson

Sara and Italo are amazing Jiu-jitsu instructors! I joined for a little while under their introduction plan and I was amazed at their patience and understanding with us newbies. Their Dojo is super clean and their mats are excellent for training. This is how Jiu-jitsu should be taught, no ego, just great technique and skill.

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Posted 2 years ago
Michelle Griffin

Definitely worth the step out of my comfort zone! Sara created a safe, strong, and powerful environment. My friend and I had been talking about joining self defense for years, the all women's workshop gave us no excuses to try it! Each class continues to advance, from being self aware to knowing how to safely get out of a dangerous situation. I feel stronger and more more confident in my own abilities. I will be taking the skills I've learned from each professor into my everyday life. Oss

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Posted 2 years ago
Alexa Ramirez

Awesome place 💪🧠🫀. They are friendly and make me feel comfortable.

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Posted 2 years ago
Claudia Padilla

Great Environment and awesome coaches!!

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Posted 2 years ago
Edward Olague

I stumbled upon White 2 black Academy by chance and luck. It was at a time when I was at a cross road of change in my personal life. I chose to quit drinking and get my life on track. My Professor’s from the day I walked in have been a bright light in this dark world and have supported me on this. On and off the training mats. Professor Italo and his wife Professor Sara have built this community of kind professional students. The atmosphere is so amazing the camaraderie between us students are building relationships not only as training partners but as friends who lift each other up. The instructions are world class highly detailed and also easy to understand. You can grow and not feel lost on the movement's. I have personally Grown so much in the short amount of time I have spent with White 2 black Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy . On and off the training mats. If you’re nervous or on the fence about training don’t be come as you are and see your life transform before your eyes. You will gain confidence, loose weight, strength, cardio and a community of like minded people who will hold you accountable and amazing friends. Take heart to these words hope to see you all soon and at training. OSS

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Posted 2 years ago
Carlson Gracie Tucson Andre Freire

I really recommend this place for you to start or keep your jiujitsu journey, running by 2 high level black belts, with large experience professors Italo and Sara are the best in the area.

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Posted 2 years ago
Meryl M

I have nothing but great things to say about the kids/youth classes! The instructors are wonderful and the classes are well-planned. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, which is evident by the way the kids and teachers treat each other during the class. My kids love going and are learning so much. Highly recommend!!

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Posted 2 years ago
Beth

I have been training for many years. I struggled to find a gym to call home when I moved to Arizona last year. After trying many places in the area, I am so glad I found White 2 Black. I felt welcomed from day one by everyone here. The Professors work very hard to make it a safe place to train, no matter your skill level. Highly recommend coming in to try a class, you'll definitely stick around.

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Posted 2 years ago
Ryan Mahin

Joining White 2 Black is one of the best decisions I've made in a while. I live a pretty sedentary life but have always been interested in martial arts, so on a whim decided to take a chance here. And man I'm glad I did! Professors Italo and Sara are great- exceptionally nice, knowledgeable, and patient. You can tell they love being here and teaching BIJ. The other students have also been very welcoming and friendly. Most of us are relatively new, and it's pretty cool to be part of this growing community learning together. I can't really compare this to other schools, but can say that am happier, healthier, and I really look forward to continuing my journey at White Black.

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Posted 2 years ago
Alex Fernandez

In 3 words: Friendly, professional, and patient In detail: this gym is incredibly friendly & family oriented, they are very welcoming of everyone. Once you join this gym you become more than just a member. They try to hold family oriented events (for Halloween they did a costume theme to bring kids) & the members will invite each other to go watch fights and such. They also have different types of classes, such as: mixed levels, kids, fundamentals, & even women’s only. If you’re a female and shy/scared, I recommend starting with the women’s only class then moving into the mixed classes. The professors are also professional and definitely know what they are doing, they also know how to tailor to different sizes/levels. They are also very patient and will recommend different things to do to help you achieve your goals. They are also on the cheaper end for most BJJ gyms.

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Posted 2 years ago
Aldo alexei Contreras

Very clean place, the profesor are very experienced black belts and very learn oriented towards the students. 100% recommended

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Posted 3 years ago
Jonah Gibson

Jiu-jitsu is amazing. But what makes it even better is having amazing Professors. I bring my friends kids to the youth classes at 4:30pm with Professor Sara, and they love it. They knew nothing about it have learned so much in a short amount of time. It is even helping in other aspects of life as well. As for myself working with Professor Italo is always a learning opportunity. There is so much to learn and they make the classes fun. If you are a beginner or advanced, this place has it all. Experience, patience, and dedication. Always feel like I learned something new!!

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Posted 3 years ago
Larry Wong

What a great place to train and I’m so glad to start my BJJ journey here! One day I was driving down Baseline and that’s when I saw the White 2 Black sign. I said to myself “why not try this place out since it’s relatively new”. Boy, am I glad I took that leap of faith. Professor Italo and Professor Sara are amazing teachers. Both have many years of experience and knowledge in Brazilian jiu jitsu. They bring such great energy in class and so does the other students!

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Posted 3 years ago
Sid

Best professors ever!

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Posted 3 years ago
RPL

Highly Recommended. Great Professors.

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Posted 3 years ago
Suzy Cole-Miller

Best professors anyone could ask for! World class instruction and family atmosphere. Can not say enough good things about these amazing people! Highly recommended!!!

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Posted 3 years ago