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Alex Martins Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Alex Martins Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

427 W Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75208, Dallas, Texas

+1 806-570-6579
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Aikido
Boxing
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Corporate Seminar
Family Self-Defense
Fitness Kickboxing
Hapkido
Judo
Kempo/Kenpo
Kickboxing
Kids Self-Defense
Kids Self-Defense
Krav Maga
Kung Fu
MMA
Muay Thai
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Taekwondo
Tai Chi
Teen Self-Defense
Weapons Training
Wing Chun
Women-Only Self-Defense

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Aikido
  • Boxing
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Corporate Seminar
  • Family Self-Defense
  • Fitness Kickboxing
  • Hapkido
  • Judo
  • Kempo/Kenpo
  • Kickboxing
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • Kids Self-Defense
  • Krav Maga
  • Kung Fu
  • MMA
  • Muay Thai
  • Self-Defense Fundamentals
  • Taekwondo
  • Tai Chi
  • Teen Self-Defense
  • Weapons Training
  • Wing Chun
  • Women-Only Self-Defense

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • Advanced
  • All Levels
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Welcoming, family-oriented culture
  • Friendly and knowledgeable staff
  • Clean, spacious facility with quality mats
  • High-energy, supportive environment
  • Effective, detailed instruction
  • Safe training atmosphere
  • Free trial session
  • Available private lessons

Considerations

  • Occasional facility odor or cleanliness issues (one visitor report)

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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4 stars

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Excellent

"Professional Alex Martins is the real deal!! Best of the best. From competition to coaching. He will elevate your BJJ experience from enjoyment to pure love of the sport/art!! The environment from the front door all the way until you step on the mats. It's a smile and ppl trying to help you as we..." Read more

- Brandon Stafford

via Google

5/2/2025

Excellent

"Started at AMBJJ 2.5 months ago and best decision I ever made. Everyone is super welcoming and helpful to get you better everyday. If you're even contemplating it, try the free session and you'll be hooked."

- Chris Alcala

via Google

5/2/2025

Excellent

"I took a private lesson with Alex. My De La Riva defense improved 1000%. Not only was he a great instructor on the technical aspects, he was very hospitable and kind. The facility was incredible! Great mats, clean building, showers available, the whole 9 yards!"

- Aaron Stroman

via Google

4/28/2025

5.0

(538 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free first session/trial class

Business Hours

  • Monday: 9AM-9PM
  • Tuesday: 6AM-9PM
  • Wednesday: 6AM-9PM
  • Thursday: 6AM-9PM
  • Friday: 6AM-9PM
  • Saturday: 9:30AM-2PM
  • Sunday: 2-4PM

Instructors

A

Alex Martins

Professor, Head Coach

World champion BJJ competitor turned coach, noted for detailed instruction and a family-oriented culture.

L

Lacey Martins

Instructor, Co-Manager

Runs women’s classes and helps keep the academy organized and welcoming.

R

Rick

Instructor

D

Dawglish

Instructor

T

Thomas

Instructor

G

Gustavo

Instructor

Strict but warm, very attentive to children.

T

Trevor

Instructor

A

Anthony

Instructor

Very attentive and caring toward children.

Location

Amenities

  • Clean showers
  • High-quality mats
  • Parking
  • Sauna
  • Well-lit, spacious training area

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