Yosai Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school that welcomes kids, teens, and adults, focusing on building strength, discipline, and confidence both on and off the mats. Set to open in October 2025, the gym is noted for its clean environment and friendly atmosphere, making it a great choice for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Coach Ismael Santos, a current competing champion, is praised for his exceptional teaching skills and technical knowledge, particularly his smash pass techniques. Students appreciate his patient and caring approach, which fosters growth and development in confidence, focus, and discipline. The gym has a positive and professional environment, ideal for those looking to improve in fitness, self-defense, or competition. Parents have found it to be a wonderful place for their children to try something new, with many female students also participating. Overall, Yosai Jiu Jitsu is recognized as a valuable asset to the BJJ community in Northwest Arkansas, with strong recommendations from its members.
Awesome gym! Super clean, great people, and the training is legit. Ismael creates an environment where everyone feels welcome, whether you’re brand new or already experienced. The classes are dynamic, technical, and you can tell he knows what he’s doing . Easily one of the top BJJ gyms in Northwest Arkansas. Highly recommend checking it out!
This school has a coach that is both a great teacher and a currently competing champion. Ismael Santos's smash pass skills are second to none. The school is clean and the relationships and culture of the gym is great.
A wonderful gym! It's a great place for beginners to start on their journey with very patient, kind, and knowledgeable instructors. It's a great place for kids to try out something new. I've been attending classes with my daughter since they opened, and we've both had a great experience.
For those also wondering - there are a lot of female students here as well.
Overall, a great asset to the BJJ community in NWA!