Next Move Jiu Jitsu

Man, I can’t say enough good things about Next Move Jiu Jitsu. Seriously, this place changed everything for me. I walked in a few months back feeling kinda out of shape, a little intimidated and honestly just looking for something to shake up my routine. I’d never done any martial arts before, figured I’d be the awkward newbie getting tapped out in two seconds. But from day one, the instructors—especially the whole team under both Professor Jason and Coach Jason—made me feel like I belonged. No ego, no judgment, just straight-up encouragement and killer technique breakdowns that actually make sense. They’re patient as hell when you’re messing up (which is often at first), but they push you in the best way possible. You leave every class sweaty, sore, and smiling because you actually learned something and got better. The way they teach isn’t just about moves—it’s about building real confidence, staying calm under pressure, and thinking ahead (that “2 Moves Ahead” mindset they talk about? It sticks, on and off the mat). What really got me though is how much this gym feels like a family. People remember your name, check in if you miss a class, celebrate your little wins like promotions or nailing a new sweep. I’ve made some awesome friends here, and we roll, laugh, grab food after— it’s become a HUGE part of my life. The vibe is welcoming for everyone: beginners, women, older folks, kids, whoever. No one’s too cool for school. If you’re on the fence about trying jiu-jitsu, or you’ve been thinking about switching gyms, do yourself a favor and just show up to Next Move Jiu Jitsu. Drop in for a trial class—you’ll probably get hooked like I did. They’ve given me way more than skills; they’ve given me a community, better mental toughness, and honestly some of the best days I’ve had in years. Thank you to everyone at Next Move Jiu Jitsu—you guys are the real deal. Can’t wait to keep getting better and being part of this crew. See you on the mats! 💪🫡

Over the years I’ve been to numerous gyms across the country while traveling and I can say that this gym (facility, instruction and culture) is top tier. Next time I’m in town I will definitely be back! Thanks for the hospitality NMJJ!

We absolutely love Next Move Jiu Jitsu! This program has been so transformative for my kids. I've watched them grow not only in skill and confidence but also in discipline and respect. The entire coaching staff is incredible. Professor J, Coach Jason, Coach Yvonne, Coach Sarai, and Coach Jared , and the rest of the coach’s and staff are all amazing. They do a fantastic job of teaching technique while also making the classes fun and engaging. This school is more than just a place to learn Jiu Jitsu; it has become a true family for my kids. I couldn't be happier with our experience here. If you're looking for a top-notch Jiu Jitsu program for your children, you need to check out Next Move!

I came to an open mat session here on a Sunday while I was in town. Awesome gym! Everything was clean and the mats are high quality. The mat space is wide open with no pillars or other obstacles to maneuver around. Everyone was extremely welcoming and friendly. The instructors I met (Jason and Jayson) were very knowledgable and made safety a priority during the session. This is a great room with a lot of high level talent and instruction. I'd recommend NMJJ to anyone. I'll be going back in the future!

I was in town for a conference and visited Next Move Jiu Jitsu to get some training in. I was extremely impressed with the instructors, facility, and school culture. The instructors I encountered where both knowledgeable and welcoming. I have been training for several years and have visited many schools during that time. If I lived in Rio Rancho this is the school I would train at full time.