
Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu
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Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu is the Brazilian jiu-jitsu program housed inside Faction Combat in Mesa, Arizona. It is led by black belt Brenden Richardson, who blends a USA Wrestling background with GD Jiu-Jitsu and has competed since 1999, including a podium finish at the IBJJF Worlds as a purple belt. The lineage runs from Carlson Gracie through André Pederneiras and Gustavo Dantas. The academy teaches gi and no-gi classes with a self-defense focus, offers competition training, holds a weekend open mat, and runs a kids' program called Mini-Makos. Loaner gis are available for newcomers, and the room has a welcoming, family feel.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF, GD Jiu-Jitsu Association and Faction Combat
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Competition team
- Open mat
- Beginners' course
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free first class
- Beginners
- No experience needed
- Visiting from another gym
- Visitors welcome
Timetable this week
Monday
Brenden
Tuesday
Jiu JitsuKidsBrenden/Roanin
Wednesday
Brenden
Thursday
Jiu JitsuKidsZach/Brenden
Brenden
Friday
Brenden
Saturday
Jiu Jitsu
Coaches
- Brenden Richardson
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Mike Lin
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Steve Heilman
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Zach Ray
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Albert Nikolao
CoachJiu Jitsu
- Roanin Richardson
CoachJiu Jitsu · Blue Belt
Contact
- @sharksidejiujitsu
Questions about Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu
Where is Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu?
Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu is at 1529 S. Clearview Ave. #107, Mesa, AZ 85209.
Which sports does Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu teach?
Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu before joining?
Yes. Your first class at Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu is free.
When are the beginner classes at Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu?
Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu runs classes open to beginners on Monday 18:30, Tuesday 15:30 and Wednesday 18:30.
Can I train at Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Sharkside Jiu-Jitsu welcomes visitors from other gyms.
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