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66 JIU-JITSU
5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Flagstaff, Arizona
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most dojos welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth judo classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's judo classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Newaza newaza (groundwork) classes — judo's mat game of pins, holds, and controls, and a natural bridge to Brazilian jiu-jitsu
- Open mat open-mat randori sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule 66jiu-jitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (928) 607-2448
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15–8 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 12–1 PM, 4:15–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The environment that Mario creates at his school is great for first timers and for people who have been consistently training for years.”
“My son goes to open mat night and it’s free and he always gets a great workout in and the staff is AWESOME!”
“He offers classes for women only and kids as well!”
“Mario will teach you everything from takedowns, to ground work, gi, no gi, and more.”
“Mario will teach you everything from takedowns, to ground work, gi, no gi, and more.”
“As an added plus, there is an emphasis on realistic self-defense for beginners and a padded wall to practice on.”
Other martial arts here
“You won't find a better value in the monthly dues, especially for an instructor with the same wealth of knowledge in bjj, boxing, wrestling and mma.”
“You won't find a better value in the monthly dues, especially for an instructor with the same wealth of knowledge in bjj, boxing, wrestling and mma.”
“You won't find a better value in the monthly dues, especially for an instructor with the same wealth of knowledge in bjj, boxing, wrestling and mma.”
“As an added plus, there is an emphasis on realistic self-defense for beginners and a padded wall to practice on.”
What members say
“Additionally, the regulars were always welcoming and happy to give pointers, be it after class or even during the handful of open mats I attended there.”
“I visited for ten days and him and his students (along with assistant coach Philip) were very welcoming.”
“I also added some new technique to my arsenal.”
“I would say that this is MMA style jiujitsu, which will help you in a real fight, but it also rolls over to competition.”
“Was traveling through the state and wanted to get some training in, everything was clean and everyone was kind and helpful.”
“They also focus on self-defense techniques that transition well into competition.”
From the reviews
66 jiujustu is a great place to train. I was on vacation from California and stopped in. I was a bit nervous not knowing anyone but 66JJ was inclusive, and everyone was very welcoming. It felt like I had already trained there for a while.
5/5 I've trained at most of the gyms in the area. Mario is the only legitimate black belt actively teaching in town as far as I know. You won't find a better value in the monthly dues, especially for an instructor with the same wealth of knowledge in bjj, boxing, wrestling and mma.
Mario is a professional, top notch instructor and I feel lucky to be able to train under his multiple levels of expertise. Go try a free week of JEDI training. It will change your life.
Had a fantastic several weeks training nogi at 66 while I was in town. Being still brand new to Jiu Jitsu, it’s always intimidating walking in somewhere new, but 66 ended up a fantastic experience for me.
New to judo? Start at 66 JIU-JITSU
66 JIU-JITSU comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never stepped on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and sensei scale the intensity to you. Second, you'll start by learning to fall safely (ukemi) — reputable dojos build fundamentals (breakfalls, grips, a first throw and some groundwork) for weeks, live randori eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps everyone safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and remember to bow in and show respect (rei). Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first judo class at 66 JIU-JITSU
Nervous about walking into a judo dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good sensei expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, learning to fall safely (ukemi), then drilling a throw or two and some groundwork with a partner — not hard randori. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a judogi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner judogi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own judogi. Live randori eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.