The Sword Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

10950 Mausel St B3, Eagle River, AK 99577, USA

5.0 (34 reviews)

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Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at The Sword BJJ in Eagle River, Alaska—serving Eagle River and the Anchorage area. All levels welcome. Visit us at 10950 Mausel St B3 or call 907-301-2337.

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Laura Lester

The coach is incredibly patient with kids, knows how to keep them engaged, and clearly cares deeply about teaching both jiu jitsu and promoting good character. You can tell there's a real passion behind what he does. The environment is welcoming, supportive, and structured. We've seen growth in resilience, confidence, and skill in both our kids. Highly recommend for families looking for a positive place for their kids to learn and train!
Posted 4 months ago
Gretchen Hastie

We’ve been so grateful for our time at The Sword Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. My son can be a little shy at first, but Coach Chris and his team have a way of connecting with the kids that feels genuine and calm while still keeping them focused and disciplined. Cameron comes home proud of what he learned, excited to show us new moves, and even more importantly, he’s learning respect, patience, and self-control in a way that actually sticks.
Posted 4 months ago
Gabriel Pillcurima

I have two boys who have trained with Sword under Coach Chris for coming up on 3 years. He strikes, in my opinion, a delicate and very important balance of the following: - All skill levels and appropriate age groups receive instruction and get solid reps in basic skills, while those with more advanced skills continue to grow. - He maintains high standards, demands adherence and gives instant, constructive feedback. During tournaments, he is there as a coach and mentor, an example of teamwork focused on the idea that outcomes and placing are only a slice of the goal/accomplishment; the process of the daily grind is the main lesson for those who compete. This review also serves as a thank you and goodbye, as we are moving out of the area soon. Coach Chris, thank you for your consistency in training. My boys are leaving sad, but proud and accomplished after nearly 3 years.
Posted 6 months ago
Christopher Smith

Chris and his team of instructors are absolutely amazing. My three daughters attended his gym, and the increase in self-esteem and discipline was immediately apparent. Other than the benefits my girls got from self-defense, self-esteem, and overall physical fitness, his prices are great, especially since I can take them 6 days a week! (5 days of instruction and an open mat on Saturdays). This is a great way to run it when you can't always set a schedule or when you have to miss a day due to an unplanned event. We are sad to be leaving Alaska, or we would have remained with Chris for years. We wish him the best of luck, and if we ever return, we know exactly where to train!
Posted 6 months ago
Rachael Tayam

Chris, Mateus, Bobby…. everyone at The Sword have been amazing instructors for my son. My son goes religiously every day for 5 years, the academy has changed my son for the better both in life and on the mat. Thank you The Sword, we are proud to be apart of the family 💪
Posted 6 months ago
Alien Spearman

One of the best studios I've ever trained at. Fantastic atmosphere. Massive knowledge base.

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Posted 1 year ago
Connor Sullivan

Teaches Jiu-Jitsu properly in relation to self-defense.

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Posted 2 years ago
Nikki Donoghue

Everyone at The Sword is very welcoming. The owner and head Coach, Chris, is the best in the state hands down. Many higher belts have been here for years. I'm very happy to have found my BJJ family here and my education here so far has been thorough and amazing. All the coaches here really care about their students on and off the mats. I highly recommend this old school, top notch, hidden gem of a BJJ gym👊

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Posted 2 years ago
Fred Brucker

Visiting from AZ. Great place to train.

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Posted 4 years ago
Aaron Reyes

Amazing instructions from a phenomenal instructor! The Sword BJJ is THE place to learn Brazilian jiu jitsu and self defense! New facility, new mats... I definitely recommend training here to my friends and family. The community here is the best, too

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Posted 5 years ago
Joshua Nunn

Definitely the best bjj gym I've ever been too. Professor Chris does an excellent job breaking down the technique for all levels. Highly recommend for any skill level to join this gym.

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Posted 5 years ago
Eugene Nunn

This is a great place for anyone who wants to learn. Both beginners and the advanced would benefit greatly from the teaching here

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Posted 5 years ago
Julia DeNoyer

The Sword is an extension of our family! Our kids love to fight and learn with their friends, and from Coach Chris. Coach Chris has a style of teaching, that even though I’m not on the mat doing it, I’m learning from the lessons he presents our kids with/

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Posted 5 years ago
Jason

World class BJJ and self defense instruction in Eagle River. If you want to get in shape, learn how to defend yourself in real world situations or train to compete, this is a great place to do it. There's a great community of students that are always willing to help you achieve your goals.

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Posted 5 years ago
Bobby Rader

I visited multiple gyms trying to find a good fit for my boys and I and finally found it. Great instructor who truly cares about his students and teaches both real world self defense as well as competition BJJ. My 7 and 10 year have gained more fitness, discipline, and confidence. Excellent group of students in the kids and adult classes who are super welcoming and helpful.

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Posted 5 years ago
Edmund Kelleher

We're lucky to have such a high class BJJ academy in Eagle River. Professor Chris' concepts and teaching style keep kids and adults engaged and wanting more. Speaking from experience, if you want your kids be able to work through adversity and learn resiliency, this is a fantastic discipline/sport to get involved in. If you're an adult that wants to get in shape, learn legit self defense, want to compete, or have been out and want to start back up, you won't regret coming here.

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Posted 5 years ago
C H

Professor Chris Brennan is a World Class competitor and legit BJJ black belt. His knowledge of the grappling arts and friendship has changed my life forever. I can’t thank him enough for my new level of physical fitness, confidence, and sense of family at The Sword BJJ.

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Posted 5 years ago