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Life Jiu Jitsu Reno
5 ★★★★★ 110 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Reno, Nevada
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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule lifebjjreno.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 775-305-7204
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–10 pm |
The classes they run
“Makes every class motivating and challenging while still being welcoming to all skill levels.”
“I am incredibly grateful for the guidance and expertise that Professor Frederico has provided to my children.”
“from the children, teens, adults to the staff parents.”
“I have been engaging in private lessons with Fred on a weekly basis, and I am sincerely appreciative of his instruction in his distinctive skills.”
“Professor Frederico is great, he is an amazing fighter and is very good at teaching.”
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“If you are looking for a place that is a great training environment with people trying to better themselves every session then Life BJJ is the place for you.”
What members say
“Prof Frederico is one of the best Coach/Trainer here in Reno.”
“Fred and Patricia and all the other parents have been very welcoming since day one and we already feel like part of the family.”
“Not only is he knowledgeable, but he also has a unique ability to connect with students on a personal level, fostering an environment that is both challenging and supportive.”
“He pays attention and corrects them if they have incorrect form.”
“My daughter’s self confidence and skills have blossomed at LifeJJ.”
“Professor Frederico is great, he is an amazing fighter and is very good at teaching.”
From the reviews
This is a low pressure, welcoming, and authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy. Frederico comes from a lingage of the best of the best, and continues the excellence in Reno. If you are in Reno and you want to learn under the best in town, look no further. Frederico is a master of Jiu-Jitsu and Mauy Thai.
We are amazed for being part of this team! So far the best investment we have done for our 6 years old boy. The place is beautiful and very clean! Not only Professor Fred is highly professional and prepared as an athlete and teacher, but also him and Patricia are constantly making sure every person is welcomed and…
Professor Frederico is great, he is an amazing fighter and is very good at teaching. He is well spoken and very well educated in fighting. Team atmosphere is fantastic, everybody is here to help each other. I came here with now experience in Jiu Jitsu and was treated very well.
I am incredibly grateful for the guidance and expertise that Professor Frederico has provided to my children. His skill level is exceptional, and it is clear that he is a master in his field.
New to muay thai? Start at Life Jiu Jitsu Reno
Life Jiu Jitsu Reno comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Life Jiu Jitsu Reno
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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