Modern Jiu-Jitsu Self Defense
5305 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78504, McAllen, Texas
Classes & Programs
Class Types
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Age Groups
- Adults
- Kids
Skill Levels
- Advanced
- All Levels
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Highlights & Considerations
Highlights
- Friendly and welcoming community
- High-caliber detailed instruction
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Variety of class times including early morning and evening
- Gi and No-Gi classes available
- Family-friendly with excellent kids program
- Supportive, ego-free atmosphere
- Showers and private changing rooms
- Open mat access for drop-ins
Considerations
- Billing issues after cancellation without proper receipt/proof
Testimonials
Rating Distribution
50 reviews
5 stars
49
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
1
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Very Poor
"WARNING ‼️ WHEN JOINING THIS TYPE OF CLASSES MAKE SURE YOU GET A RECEIPT. WHEN CANCELING MAKE SURE YOU GO IN PERSON AND GET PROOF YOU HAVE CANCELED THE CLASS SO YOUR DEBIT CARD FROM YOUR BANK ACCOUNT GETS CANCELED IMMEDIATELY. THIS PEOPLE HAVE BEEN TAKING MONEY FOR THE PAST 10 MONTHS AFTER..." Read more
- Tyra Loves
via Google
3/16/2025
Excellent
"I was able to join an open mat at Modern Jiu-Jitsu while traveling from out of town and had absolutely the best experience! It's an incredible gym with great space. I was immediately welcomed and everyone in the gym was so kind--but also got really good rounds in. Nothing better than a gym that will..." Read more
- Justine Pucella Winans
via Google
11/2/2024
Excellent
"My son has been a part of Modern for a year now & I have nothing but positive things to say. The coaches are patient with the kids & focus on their technique as well as their speed. They always challenge them to do better as well. My son has competed a few times already & the coaches are always pres..." Read more
- Karina Cantu
via Google
2/25/2024
5.0
(234 reviews)
Trial Offer
Free Trial: First class is free
Business Hours
- Monday: 8AM-9PM
- Tuesday: 8AM-9PM
- Wednesday: 8AM-9PM
- Thursday: 8AM-9PM
- Friday: 8AM-7PM
- Saturday: 10AM-6PM
- Sunday: Closed
Instructors
Emmanuel Martinez
Head Instructor, Professor
Certifications:
- Black Belt - Pablo Silva
Juan
Coach
Shad
Coach
Rick
Coach
Location
Amenities
- Bathrooms
- Clean FUJI mats
- Large mat space
- Private changing rooms
- Seating area
- Showers