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Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
4.9 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms 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 muay thai classes (ages 4) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule coyotebjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 505-340-1836
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!”
“I recently started going too, it's challenging and a great workout for the family.”
“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!”
Other martial arts here
“Coyote BJJ is an exceptional martial arts school that has truly become a second home for my family and me.”
“The school offers a wide range of classes, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for both youth and adults, Muay Thai for all ages, and Judo.”
What members say
“Everyone there is so nice and The professor and coaches are very knowledgeable in old school, jiu, jitsu, and that is where I want and my daughter, my granddaughter, to go.”
“Everyone, I mean EVERYONE - the Professor, Coach Gabby, the other coaches, the adults, the kids - everyone, were very welcoming, encouraging, and kind.”
“My daughter has been attending this gym for more than a year, and soon after I also started after my family had been telling me about it, now we love it!”
“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.”
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 muay thai? Start at Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, 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 to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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