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SMAA Texarkana/Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts & Fitness

SMAA Texarkana/Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts & Fitness

2916 Pleasant Grove Rd, Texarkana, TX 75503, Texarkana, Texas

+1 318-529-7795
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Classes & Programs

Class Types

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Age Groups

  • Adults
  • Kids
  • Teens

Skill Levels

  • All Levels

Highlights & Considerations

Highlights

  • Friendly and welcoming environment
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities
  • World-class instruction and coaching
  • Family-friendly atmosphere
  • Support for weight loss and fitness
  • Excellent competition preparation
  • Beginner-friendly classes
  • Individualized attention

Testimonials

Rating Distribution

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Excellent

"SMAA Texarkana is an amazing jiu jitsu martial arts academy! My son, Andrew Pechacek, has been training at SMAA for a year now and absolutely loves it. Professor Wayne Knudsen is a singularly talented instructor and jiu jitsu practitioner who leads by example and brings out the best in his students...." Read more

- Rami

via Google

5/1/2025

Excellent

"Best place to learn Jujitsu in Texarkana hands down. Wayne and his team have built a clean and friendly environment for everyone to train. Whether you are a seasoned vet or just looking to get into shape. Everyone on the mats will help you accomplish your goals by pushing you to be the best version ..." Read more

- John Lindsey

via Google

4/18/2025

Excellent

"This is a great gym that I have now been a member of for 2.5 years. This gym has given my entire family valuable skill sets and a level of confidence that we can take with us anywhere in life we want to go. It sounds cliche but it’s also a great way to loose weight and get in shape. I tried countles..." Read more

- Garreth Russell

via Google

3/26/2025

5.0

(53 reviews)

Trial Offer

Free Trial: Free trial period

Business Hours

  • Monday: 11AM-12PM,5-8PM
  • Tuesday: 5-8PM
  • Wednesday: 11AM-12PM,5-8PM
  • Thursday: 5-8PM
  • Friday: 11AM-12PM,5-8PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Instructors

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Wayne Knudsen

Professor

Location

Amenities

  • Animal friendly environment
  • Clean facilities

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