Our mission is simple: to help our students reach their goals, both inside and outside of the gym. We are not just a martial arts school; we are a community. Come join us in our pursuit of excellence. We are the largest and longest-operating Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai school in SE MN.
At the MRJJA, you will have the opportunity to share the mats with a large and diverse student base that is very welcoming and supportive of beginner students.When it comes to martial arts, instructor qualifications matter! Our head instructor is a former physician and the highest ranking BJJ practitioner in Minnesota.
At the MRJJA, you will have the opportunity to share the mats with a large and diverse student base that is very welcoming and supportive of beginner students.When it comes to martial arts, instructor qualifications matter! Our head instructor is a former physician and the highest ranking BJJ practitioner in Minnesota.
Reviews (10)
William Barry
Jan 26, 2021
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I recall the first day I walked into MRJJA now going on ten years! Mario and the instructors are world class, the facility and equipment are contemporary and the members are simply amazing! Everything you'll need, regardless of age and your personal goals (personal development, fitness, martial art defense, competition grappling/BJJ or pro MMA), is at Mario's!
Evan Getchell
Dec 24, 2020
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If you have any doubts, been on the fence about making the commitment, or anxious about joining a Martial Arts Gym, look no further. The Mario Roberto Jiu-Jitsu Academy has provided me a place to learn something new and challenge myself mentally and physically while living in Rochester during my son's Cancer Treatments. Everyone training at MRJJA from Beginners to Advanced and all the coaches are inviting and especially Respectful. The MRJJA Coaches and Students provide a phenomenal environment built for everyone. All of the coaches have experienced great accomplishments in their personal, training
Tom Fischer
Dec 17, 2020
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At Mario Roberto’s Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Mario and all of the Coach’s at this academy from the kid’s classes to the adults do an amazing job of teaching and demonstrating BJJ techniques. They're friendly, professional, and encouraging to everyone at MRJJA. There are many different classes here from a mix of conditioning, Jiu Jitsu (fundamental, progressive and advanced technique), Muay Thai and take-down class, etc.
My son and I are very grateful to have joined two years ago and have met amazing like-minded individuals. Everyone at Mario’s can become the best version of themselves by learning
My son and I are very grateful to have joined two years ago and have met amazing like-minded individuals. Everyone at Mario’s can become the best version of themselves by learning
Adam Dzbikowicz
Nov 24, 2020
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
The guys over at Mario fitness Jiu Jitsu are great. I recently signed up my daughter to the Academy and she’s loving it. It’s a great class for kids development but don’t forget great for adults too. They keep the gym Very clean and disinfect between groups. I’m glad I found this place.
The guys over at Mario fitness Jiu Jitsu are great. I recently signed up my daughter to the Academy and she’s loving it. It’s a great class for kids development but don’t forget great for adults too. They keep the gym Very clean and disinfect between groups. I’m glad I found this place.
Dareisha Rentas Lindberth
Nov 23, 2020
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Is honestly a fun experience for people who are just looking to be out of their houses or have not much to do at certain times. It's a hands on good, professioneal experience for people who want to learn martial arts and self defense. And a great workout for people who want to keep in shape/work out. I came in knowing nothing about this specific martial art and am pretty happy with what I've learned. People are professional, and really put in the work to make sure you are aftually learning. They are always monitoring your progress first hand. And most importan in these Covid times yhey have taken
Bw
Nov 13, 2020
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I absolutely enjoy attending and training at MRJJA!!! The coaches are very professional, encouraging and patient. I have been a member for nearly a year and my son for 18 months, I can honestly say that each class has been fun and informative. I don't think I would want to learn jiu-jitsu anywhere else. MRJJA provides a respectful and harmonious atmosphere which makes it enjoyable to train and develop our skills in martial arts.
Andrew Sandstrom
Oct 26, 2020
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I have trained at over 50 gyms in dozens of states and a dozen countries, this gym has a plethora of high level grapplers that are not only knowledgeable but extremely patient and sympathetic to the growing pains of learning a skill like BJJ.
To date this is the only gym I’ve ever walked into where the culture in the gym is for veteran students (purple and above) to drill with white belt students. In 2015 I had showed up to this gym as a white belt with a moderate level of success in tournaments, but after six months training with the guys at the MRJJA I found that my learning curve had been
To date this is the only gym I’ve ever walked into where the culture in the gym is for veteran students (purple and above) to drill with white belt students. In 2015 I had showed up to this gym as a white belt with a moderate level of success in tournaments, but after six months training with the guys at the MRJJA I found that my learning curve had been
Brenden Hamernik
Jun 02, 2020
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
I have been attending this gym for 2 years and it has completely changed my life. I would recommend Mario’s to anyone whether they are just looking to get out of the house, or to compete in mma or jiu jitsu. The coaching staff is amazing and the classes are both fun and educational.
I have been attending this gym for 2 years and it has completely changed my life. I would recommend Mario’s to anyone whether they are just looking to get out of the house, or to compete in mma or jiu jitsu. The coaching staff is amazing and the classes are both fun and educational.
Matthew Reeves
Aug 15, 2019
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I met Mario nearly 10 years ago, and the way he and jiu-jitsu have impacted my life cannot be overstated. Yes, you'll have a world-class instructor, learn solid self-defense, and probably be addicted on day one. But you'll also find unmatched comradery within the jiu-jitsu community, and be surrounded by people pushing to improve themselves and ultimately you as well. When I am practicing regularly, I find the other aspects of my life improving and falling into place as well.
I moved away from Rochester four years ago, traveled the US, and now over to Europe; jiu-jitsu has always helped me to
I moved away from Rochester four years ago, traveled the US, and now over to Europe; jiu-jitsu has always helped me to
Scott M. Sullivan
Oct 28, 2016
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I've trained with Mario for decades and he is the kindest and most helpful instructor I know of. If you are a beginner looking to get in to BJJ you will feel right at home with Mario and his friendly atmosphere. If you are a more advanced person you will be thrilled with Mario's technical excellence and training philosophy. If you are a parent you will be very pleased with Mario's kids classes that teach not only self-defense, but also discipline, confidence, and focus! Highly recommended for everyone!!
