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Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Judo dojo in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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 (ages 4) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- 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
- Competition a competition team for members who want to test themselves in shiai (tournaments)
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule coyotebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (505) 340-1836
Hours
| Monday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–12 PM, 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 3:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist looking to expand your skills, I highly recommend Coyote BJJ.”
“We really love the academy my kids have really improved in their social skills and have become more confident in themselves not even 6 months they were winning their first match!”
“Not only that but BOTH professors came to her birthday with their teen daughter to make a special appearance for her birthday!”
“He’s now 10 years old and a gray belt and competed in two different tournaments and absolutely loves the coaching staff and the team.”
“The self defense learned is invaluable and the love is irreplaceable!”
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“Coyote BJJ is an exceptional martial arts school that has truly become a second home for my family and me.”
“The self defense learned is invaluable and the love is irreplaceable!”
What members say
“Everyone, I mean EVERYONE - the Professor, Coach Gabby, the other coaches, the adults, the kids - everyone, were very welcoming, encouraging, and kind.”
“It has not only been a great outlet but has improved their confidence, resilience, discipline, commitment, respect, good habits, socialization, and so much more.”
“I recently started going too, it's challenging and a great workout for the family.”
“In less than a month, I saw my child's mindset change. They became more disciplined, respectful, and motivated.”
“He’s now 10 years old and a gray belt and competed in two different tournaments and absolutely loves the coaching staff and the team.”
“There is a class just for women that I love.”
From the reviews
I was in town for the day and set out looking for a school I could drop in on. After looking at all the gyms in town this was the only one with a morning class. When I called Professor Souza he invited me in and made me feel very welcome.
My daughter started the Jujitsu after-school program and loved it! She wanted to learn more we started taking her to more classes outside of school has learned so much. The environment is very family oriented and very welcoming they truly care about their students.
This is a great gym. My son has been coming to this gym for almost a year. He’s now 10 years old and a gray belt and competed in two different tournaments and absolutely loves the coaching staff and the team. It’s also great for making friends.
Coyote BJJ is an exceptional martial arts school that has truly become a second home for my family and me. Under the guidance of Professor Daniel Souza, we have been training here for about 1.5 years, and the experience has been nothing short of transformative.
New to judo? Start at Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
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.
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