Mendocino Jiu Jitsu

1400 Gloria Terrell Dr, Newport, KY 41076, USA

5.0 (17 reviews)
Disciplines
Gi No-Gi
Classes
Adults Classes Black Belt Instruction Open Mat
Facilities
Mat Space
Culture
Welcoming Environment
Access
Free Trial

Home to IBJJF NoGi Worlds Silver Medalist Multiple IBJJF Am. National Championship Medalists

Class Schedule

Monday 2 classes
10:00 – 12:00 Gi
18:00 – 20:00 Nogi
Tuesday 2 classes
10:00 – 12:00 Nogi
18:00 – 20:00 Gi
Wednesday 2 classes
10:00 – 12:00 Gi
18:00 – 20:00 Nogi
Thursday 2 classes
10:00 – 12:00 Nogi
18:00 – 20:00 Gi
Friday 1 classes
18:00 – 20:00 Gi
Sunday 1 classes
10:00 Open Mat

Coaches

Max Stiers
Max Stiers
Black Belt

Max Stiers is a black belt who earned multiple IBJJF gold medals during his time as a brown belt, finishing 2025 ranked sixth in the world in the M1 Lightweight Brown Belt division.

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Reviews

  • John Williams
    John Williams

    Coaching is great, The other students train hard and the price is very affordable. No contracts no signing up for tedious pay plans. Simple and straight forward to get you on the mats consistently and easily.

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    Posted 6 months ago
  • Akeem Riley
    Akeem Riley

    Mendocino is perfect if you’re serious about your jiu jitsu. It is a welcoming team atmosphere and the guys in gym really push each other. You won’t come to this gym and leave without getting better.

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    Posted 7 months ago
  • Gabby Thomas
    Gabby Thomas

    I have been training at Mendocino for a little over a month now and have only had the best experiences. As a beginner and a female I was a little hesitant on joining something that is more male dominant, however everyone has been so kind and respectful. Max, the owner is an amazing coach, mentor, and person. He keeps everyone directed, comfortable, and will always take those few extra minutes to walk through things. I always leave class feeling better than when I walked in. I have learned so much and can’t wait to continue my journey with this amazing team. I can not recommend Mendocino enough!

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    Posted 7 months ago
  • Aaron Vince
    Aaron Vince

    Mendocino is the place to be if you're a jiu jitsu athlete. Best team to join, great instruction, great training partners. Results speak for themselves, show up and see!

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    Posted 8 months ago
  • Stephanie Sievert
    Stephanie Sievert

    Took my very first class tonight with a friend and we had so much fun. Everyone was welcoming and the atmosphere was awesome. I can’t wait to go back!

    Posted 1 year ago
  • Bethany McDonald
    Bethany McDonald

    I started training at Mendocino Jiu Jitsu a little over a year ago to learn self defense and it’s been amazing. As an elder millennial female trying a very male dominated sport for the very first time, I was a little intimidated and unsure, but I was put at ease immediately. The owner, Max, is incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated, and an excellent coach and teacher. The community I’ve found there is invaluable, and I’ve learned so much in the year that I’ve been training. Highly recommend!

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    Posted 1 year ago

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