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Midian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in San Antonio, Texas
Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.
Plan your first class
- 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
- Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule midianjiujitsu.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 210-610-4696
Hours
| Monday | 7–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–12 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–12 pm, 6–7 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–8 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to compliment your skills.”
“Fernando consistently gives the team opportunities to improve and compete.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been training jiu-jitsu with Fernando for a year, starting with no grappling experience, and I can't recommend it enough.”
“Fernando’s knowledge of jiujitsu as well as Muay Thai and mma gives you insight into his commitment to help you reach your BJJ goals.”
What members say
“Coach Fern is an excellent coach that is patient, knowledgeable, and shows you how Jiu-jitsu can help you in all walks of life.”
“The environment has a good balance between welcoming and competitive, making it an ideal place for anyone looking to improve their skills.”
“The environment has a good balance between welcoming and competitive, making it an ideal place for anyone looking to improve their skills.”
“His teaching techniques are one of the best and is always there to help and coach his students”
From the reviews
I have had the privilege of training under Fernando, and I cannot speak highly enough of him as a Jiu-Jitsu coach. His depth of knowledge and honesty set him apart from the rest.
I’ve been training with Coach Fernando for years and he is hands down the best instructor in San Antonio! His passion for jiujitsu is unrelenting and he treats everyone as equals on the mats. His unique teaching style has helped accelerate everyone’s learning on the mats.
Midian is a great place to learn and train BJJ. ALL classes are taught by Black Belt instructor Fernando Rodriguez. Fernando’s knowledge of jiujitsu as well as Muay Thai and mma gives you insight into his commitment to help you reach your BJJ goals.
I've been training jiu-jitsu with Fernando for a year, starting with no grappling experience, and I can't recommend it enough. The coach is fantastic—patient, knowledgeable, and always open to questions, no matter how basic.
New to muay thai? Start at Midian Jiu-Jitsu
Midian Jiu-Jitsu 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 Midian Jiu-Jitsu
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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