Sonoran BJJ maintains such a fantastic learning and training environment. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and always willing to help. With top-notch instruction, hard rolls, and good vibes, its hard to find a better place to grow as a jiu jitsu practioner.

Great coaching staff led by Aaron. Training is balanced and challenging, just the way i like it. There is a massive mat space for big classes and hard rolls. Great people and great atmosphere.

My 12 year old daughter has been training 8-12 hours a week for several months. The instructors are amazing, energetic and know their stuff. I am a firm believer in mixing realistic and competitive approaches to help individuals become the best they can be. They have 3 GI days, and 2 no GI days, they mix it up and really enjoy helping new, intermediate and advanced individuals bring their best out!I am proud to say, I and my daughter are members of and absolutely supportive of SonoranBJJ!

I’ve been training here close to 2 months and I really do recommend it to anyone who’s trained before or it’s their first time. Everyone’s very friendly and welcoming, there’s an energy when you walk in the door. It’s a very comforting energy and you know you’ll have a good time no matter how hard it is on you! They welcome everyone no matter what you look like, as long as your ready to learn they’ll teach you.

Great place to train and learn. I’ve been training here for three months so far and feel confident in the quality of the training. The instructors definitely try to make everyone feel welcome. Overall it’s just a great environment.

I travel fairly often. Dropped in for a class and one of the most welcoming and talented gyms I’ve been to. The coaches instruction was clear and concise, the students were respectful, kind and welcoming. Tons of tough rolls too if you want them. Great gym, great folks. I will be training there again next time I’m in Tucson.

Im new to jiu-jitsu, and have only been trained for about a month and a half. It has been a great experience so far. The instructors are very welcoming, and good at communicating and teaching. Lots of friendly people to train with, and a friendly atmosphere. It was a great decision to start training here.

Great place to learn and train BJJ! Ive visited many clubs in town and these folks are doing it well: good technical instruction in the art, a positive encouraging atmosphere, and offering challenging training to help you grow.

Amazing instructors and very welcoming academy. I’ll definitely be back any time I’m in town! Thank you guys for the amazing hospitality!

I cant say enough good things about my experience at Sonoran Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I have been training and teaching for many years and of all the gyms I have been to, none have them has made me feel as welcome as I feel when I walk through the doors of SBJJ. Every day I come to train or teach is a fun and educational experience. The members and instructors are thoughtful respectful and challenge me each time I step on the mats. You wont find a nicer collective of individuals who are just as dedicated to your growth in martial arts and life as they are their own. Quality instruction family friendly strong support growing womens and competition programs a great place to call home.

With all of the gyms in Tucson I was a little overwhelmed trying to find a good fit but Sonoran Bjj was definitely the perfect fit for me. Professor Aaron creates a very positive environment for his students to grow. Lesson plans are structured and you get plenty of reps in of fundamental movements and drills.The class times are also very convenient having three different classes a day makes it easier to make it into training.

They let me join a class for free and it was super fun and the staff was really friendly.

Sonaran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy is simply the best Jiu Jitsu Academy in Tucson.It turns my 14 years old daughter for less than 1 year to a competitor and she won her gold medal previously.Sonaran has good quality, good communication professional, and affordable place to learn. All instructors and Sonorans athletes are keen to help arhlet improve in the mat.I would 100000% times recommend anyone who is interested in Jiu Jitsu to stop by.

Best school in the area! Was welcomed with open arms and now has become a second home. Coach Aaron and the instructors are some of the best when it comes down to breaking down technique and making sure everyone understands

Deeply impressed by the clear and thoughtful coaching at Sonoran BJJ. Clean gym, good energy, precise instruction. After trying classes at two other gyms in the Tucson area, I made the decision to commit to training at Sonoran BJJ. It was a good choice.

Tucsons best jiu-jitsu academy! The instructors have decades of combined experience. This dojo blends hobby, sport jiu-jitsu, and self defense perfectly. Training is intense while the atmosphere is laid back. The facility has a modern design and is kept very clean.

Everything about Sonoran is amazing. Great lessons. Great personal attention. Great team environment. Great instructors. Aaron has built something special at Sonoran BJJ.

Excellent instruction and good environment!

Top notch training, clean friendly environment, coaches are knowledgeable and care about their students success. A+

They train like warriors, but with hearts of teachers... Fantastic for all levels!!

I’ve had the pleasure of training at senornan bjj on several occasions, whenever I travel out this direction. I’m always blown away with how welcoming and friendly these knuckleheads are! There are no easy rounds here! Every single person on the mat will give you their best and treat you with respect! I love training here, and I always look forward to getting to come back and visit my new jiujitsu family!

A grate place to train ! The atmosphere is inviting and collaborative. I have been a Sonoran member for a year and recently singed up my little brother. If you are new to jiu-jitsu or have been training for years, Sonoran is a community of people dedicated to bettering themselves.

I would recommend Sonoran BJJ to anyone looking to learn a fun sport with useful aspects. Nobody is too old or too inexperienced to start having good training at this gym.

I moved here not knowing anyone and I stumbled upon Sonoran by pure coincidence and was welcomed in by Aaron (owner) without hesitation. They treat you like family and train you to become the best version of yourself! One of the best coaches iv had in a real long time!

If youre in the Tucson area and looking for some quality BJJ then check out Sonoran BJJ.The gym has ample space and the instruction is very detailed.The gym culture is friendly and welcoming and Ill be training here whenever Im in Tucson.

Sonoran offers a wide variety of excellent instruction. Their culture and community makes a person feel immediately welcome. Look forward to training soon.

Sonoran BJJ has the best vibe and super dope ambience! I’ve been doing bjj for over 10 years and trust me this is the place to be at! The bjj is phenomenal and everyone cares about everyone. Definitely come check them out!

Great place and environment to train ! Everyone is very helpful

Great coaches, great team, and super welcoming environment!!

Id highly recommend Sonoran BJJ Academy, its a very welcoming community with very knowledgeable instructors. 10/10.

All the instructors at this academy are amazing. Everyone is extremely well trained and very welcoming. Youre not going to find a better price for the amount of classes that are offered.

I heard about this place from a friend, and now Ive thanked him countless times for putting me on to this awesome place. The instructors are knowledgeable, friendly, and have fostered an excellent community at the school. SBJJ is a great place to get a work out in, learn self-defense, and make friends! I cannot recommend SBJJ enough.

Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been an absolute blessing in my life. Having recently moved to Tucson, I left everything that has brought me comfort and joy. Sonoran Jiu Jitsu opened their doors and gave me a place to roll. The school and students have brought joy back into my life. I appreciate Coach Aaron and Morgan for the knowledge they have shared with me and my fellow students. What a great way to start another chapter in my life. So, if you need a great place to train, no matter what your skill level is, I do recommend trying this place out. You will not be disappointed.

This is a great gym! They were super welcoming to me when I started training. The instruction is always very clear, and I feel much more confident rolling than I used to.

I felt immediately welcome and at ease from the moment I stepped foot in Sonoran BJJ. An excellent learning environment with fantastic instructors & training partners. 10/10 would recommend!

Aaron (the gym owner) is very responsive and answers questions quickly about classes and instructions.He has a design for how a weeks worth of instruction is to be taught and disseminates it to the class via a white board (helps people prepare for whats to be taught and stay in a mind set).The has assembled a good team of instructors around him to make this gym approachable for anyone of any skill level.The rates for classes are affordable. He uses technology to help track your progress.I enjoy my time at Sonoran BJJ and will continue to train here.

Ive been wanting to get into Jiu-Jitsu for almost a year now and struggled to find a gym I liked—that was until I found Sonoran. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and comfortable to ask questions and to just be a beginner.Getting to go to class and train with this awesome group of individuals is truly one of the highlights of my day. If youre on the fence about trying Jiu-Jitsu or just looking for a new place to call home... I definitely recommend Sonoran!

Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a great gym to train at. Everyone here encourages you to improve yourself. Aaron is a awesome coach. I never felt like an outsider here, everyone is very welcoming. I am a big guy and everyone just pushed me to go past my limits but they also told me not to beat myself up because I got tried easily.

I highly recommend Sonoran Bjj! I started training here just before COVID & have been to a few other schools for comparison. They have all the practical things you’re looking for: beautiful & clean gym with plenty of mat space, central location, multiple changing rooms & bathrooms, cubbies for storage, intro classes for newbies, & a schedule with morning & evening classes & open mats on the weekend! They also have the other things that are harder to quantify: instructors who are both professional & friendly, a welcoming environment, and a super cool logo! Bjj can be intimidating to start but I’m glad I started here. If you’re not a white belt, you’ll find lots of upper belts that are happy to have more training partners too.

This is the gym to be at! Everyone there is super welcoming and only wants to make you feel like family. Once you step on the mat you are apart of this kind, funny, and all around amazing group of people. Everyone is always willing to help if you have any questions and just want you to get better at your game. The head black belt Aaron is the nicest and most down to earth person Ive ever met, he does everything he can in the gym to make it the best experience for you. If youre thinking of taking BJJ come on down to Sonoran.

I was visiting from out of town and loved training at his gym. Professor Aaron is one of the best. He is so nice, personable, and welcoming. Youll learn great techniques in class, but also have a great time!

Everyone is really inviting and fun to learn with! No one minds that I’m super new or if I ask them to show me how to do something. I love the atmosphere here and Aaron is a great instructor!

Aaron offers a detailed learning experience! I’ve been to his seminars and school and feel like I’ve retained the most from his style of teaching. His gym is friendly, team is welcoming, clean and just overall a great place to train!

Love Sonoran! As a woman starting out in bjj it can be very daunting, but the community at this gym is extremely welcoming, professional and respectful.

Awesome Gym with a solid community behind it. In addition to being skilled, I felt Aaron genuinely cared about everyone. I was only dropping in from out of town and I had no issues getting acquainted with everyone. Highly recommend stopping by if you want to learn some BJJ.

I train regularly in a different state but stopped in to join an open mat at Sonoran during a trip to visit my family. I was welcomed warmly and treated like a member of the gym. Everyone was so friendly and knowledge. 10/10 would recommend

Love this academy! Aaron and the instructors were great in welcoming my somewhat apprehensive 5 year old daughter to the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The entire atmosphere is friendly and not intimidating to a beginner.The kids class is a great mix of fun and technique, they were learning and having a great time doing it! I am looking forward to seeing my how my daughter progresses and am already feeling inspired to get out on the mat to learn as well.

This place is great! The head black belt instructor Aaron knows what he’s talking about. He’s attentive to every specific detail and really helps you develop your game.Everybody there is family and is growing together. It’s a great place to start off if you’re new or to join if you’ve been training for awhile. There’s a vast level of experience among all the instructors + students and I honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else.

I love this gym! As one of the only ladies that currently trains here, I am mostly training with men. I feel respected by all my peers and the higher belts. The coaching is top notch, effective, and feedback is always useful, and never punitive. I have a tremendous amount of respect for Aaron Botelho, the head coach, as he welcomes everyone with open arms and embodies the respect and integrity that should be reflected in a mentor/coach. No drama or politics, just quality instruction and awesome teammates!

First day going today and the experience was amazing!!! Not only did Aaron make me and my bro feel welcomed but all the other guys there training did as well! It was a great environment and Aaron’s instructions were beyond great to help me understand and get a feel for Jiu Jitsu! I signed up immediately after class and I am excited for this new journey in Jiu Jitsu!

If your down in Tucson this is the place to be! Aaron is a legit Black Belt and one of the nicest individuals to people out of town! Regardless of your affiliation he welcomes all who have a good attitude. He genuinely care about the art and his crew on the mat! Easy to give 5 stars!!!!

Aaron is a great teacher. His articulation and attention to detail make learning Jiu jitsu attainable for anybody. Especially for me having learning difficulties. I have attended schools in California, Bali, and wyoming and been taught by innumerable teachers none of whom have come close. The general vibe of the gym is friendly, respectful, and clean.

Walking through the doors for my first time and not knowing anything about bjj I received a big warm welcome and I immediately felt I belonged at Sonoran bjj academy. Not only is Aaron great but as well are the other instructors and the community that makes up Sonoran bjj. You are always encouraged to ask questions if you dont understand techniques and I always feel my time spent learning bjj on the mats matters to Sonoran Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy.

Its an awesome atmosphere very friendly and they have a really user-friendly app.

I have only been apart of this gym for a short time but have felt nothing but welcome from the coach and the team. I was incredibly nervous to start BJJ as I am one of the few, if not the only, adult women that comes to open mat. Every single member of the team made sure I was learning and was safe. They never made me feel inferior in any way, shape, or form and would continuously teach me new things during open mat (when they could easily let me suffer) as well as continually encourage me. This gym and this team lit a fire under my butt and I cannot wait to keep coming back and working with this team and with Aaron. Thank you Sonoran for helping me discover this new passion of mine, I can’t wait to keep learning and improving.

This place is nuts! Great people and great atmosphere— I haven’t experienced another gym as welcoming as this place. Once you step on those mats everyone is family🤘🏼.The vibe here is unreal.

Everyone at this gym is very welcoming. Great jujitsu for a reasonable price, and there is a ton of classes you can go to. Great coaching as well.

The instructor is very attentive to your learning experience and makes sure you understand your techniques and are doing them properly so that you can execute them efficiently during roll sessions. Sonoran BJJ also has a very welcoming and positive atmosphere for both newcomers and experienced Jiu Jitsu practitioners. Additional things I noted are that the gym is very clean, and the mats are disinfected every night. Also, everyone there seems to have a positive, and open, ready to learn attitude which makes it conducive to progressing your game.

Aaron is by far one of the best instructors and people I’ve trained under. No matter where your career is at, he’ll meet you and help you advance your skill set and expand your knowledge about the sport. If it’s kids programs you want to introduce your kid to, there is no one better than Aaron to get them involved and enthusiastic about the sport. Couldn’t recommend his programs higher!

This is such a great gym. Everyone here is really tough which makes it a great environment to train in. The coaches are tremendously knowledgeable and helpful. I couldnt ask for a better place to train.

I’ve been to a few different schools and academies in my JiuJitsu journey but none have been as welcoming and friendly as Sonoran BJJ. From the first class you attend you already feel like you’re apart of the crew. The academy is always clean and the members roll safe but they make you earn everything. Aaron’s knowledge and love for this art shows in the way he coaches and runs his classes. His passion is infectious and I appreciate the way he can translate his lessons to life. I’m so glad to have found Sonoran. It’s more than an academy, it’s a family and a home away from home.

I love rolling around at this gym

Sonoran BJJ is a fantastic place to learn Jiu Jitsu. Great atmosphere and coaches with experience and knowledge to guide you on your journey. If you are looking to learn BJJ in Tucson than this is your destination.

Wonderful studio. The owner Aaron and all of the coaches are respectful great people interested in teaching this sport.Thank you for what you do...

Sonoran is such a great academy, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. If you’re looking for a jiu jitsu family, you can’t go wrong here!

If you are thinking of training in martial arts, especially Brazilian JiuJitsu...than this may be the place for you. I was hooked from my very first class. Aaron is a world class instructor and absolutely devoted to his students succeeding in enriching their lives and becoming empowered. The higher belts in this school have created an inclusive culture of respect, learning and most importantly, we have fun. All ages, all backgrounds and cultures are welcome. I encourage anyone to come and see for themselves. My experience at this school started my love affair with Brazilian JiuJitsu.

My daughters and I decided we wanted to do bjj together so they could learn some self defense so we started at Sonoran. We had no idea what to expect but Aaron made it such a pleasant experience for all of us that more of my family have joined. I cant think of a better way to spend a Friday night. My daughters are 10 and 5 and not only are they learning self defense but they love the lessons and they are learning discipline and we are getting great exercise. Most importantly we are getting quality time together having fun!

I stumbled on to this place and there kids classes are very well put together and structured.always making sure every student is comfortable and safe no matter their rank ! The staff is amazing always smiling and helpful! And they have free chokes !

The first class I took here, I immediately felt welcomed! Everyone is patient and the atmosphere is really supportive. Right away, I had a blast but also was learning a lot in my first class. Aaron is a highly knowledgeable practitioner and is dedicated to helping all of us get better. Classmates and instructors here will help you break down jiu jitsu so it makes sense, and help you stay positive on your journey!

Great school and great atmosphere. The instructor is very passionate and has a great deal of knowledge. The school is clean and it’s safe space to learn and grow as a student of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I highly recommend it to all my friends, family, and anyone who’s interested in BJJ. Its a great place for new students but also higher levels looking to train.

The facility is clean, the mats are great, the vibe is welcoming, and there is plenty of talent training there everyday. Knowledgable instruction that caters to many different styles and many different training goals among the attending members.Great people, great place, great price!

Great school here. Felt welcome even tho I know nothing. Will keep coming!

Knowledgeable, technical, and very welcoming. What more do you want? Aaron is the best.

Highly recommend this academy! Aaron and his team are very welcoming and family oriented! Been training for 8 years and sonoran is where i call home!!!

Professor Aaron is one of the nicest people ive had the honor of meeting and he is great at making time to answer any questions you might come up with.

Professor Aaron is so welcoming!my son did a kids class.Great instruction for the kids breaks down moves step by step so they can easily understand it.keeps a close eye on them when they roll.very easy to see he truly cares for his students and his passion for jiu jitsu shows.thank you for allowing us to visit the dojo .cant wait to put on my gi and roll in the adults class!

Aaron is excellent! Hes really down to earth, I always feel comfortable asking questions.

Aaron has a tons of experience and is a very down to earth guy. Its like sitting down to a cup of coffee at breakfast with him while you are training with him.

Im a beginner and everyone has been very helpful and patient with me. Overall its been an empowering experience and Im really sore. Highly recommend

Great gym and atmosphere. Coaches are always fun to work with and teach amazingly. My go to place twice a week for hours.

Aaron is an excellent coach and an even better friend. Great atmosphere and an extremely clean gym. I recommend to anyone who wants to get into it continue training bjj.

Aaron is awesome. The team is passionate, super nice and welcoming. Hands down best place in town!

Trying to find a solid gym while serving in the Air Force can be difficult. As soon as you find a gym you like you end up leaving. Having just retired and moving to a new area, finding the right gym was a priority. Aaron Botelho and his team at Sonoran BJJ promotes the type of gym that was important for me... a family, better a tribe that trains hard, applies exceptional technique and is a gym where everyone has a place on the mats. Hands down the best jiu jitsu instruction I’ve received.

Whether youre new to the arts or the area i highly recommend this academy. Its a smaller but growing tight knit group of all levels that is very friendly and willing to teach. I felt very comfortable during my very first session and am glad to call this my new home for brazilian jiujitsu.

This is an amazing place to learn and grow. As a beginner I feel very welcome. Aaron, the instructor, is beyond amazing both in his skill and abllity to teach!!

When I first met Aaron Botelho in Telluride Colorado, he was very humble, genuine, and approachable......I instantly knew that I had a new friend but had no idea that two years later he would be my guidance to my Jiujitsu journey. He’s attentive to every specific detail and really helps you develop your game by making sure you understand your techniques and are doing them properly so that you can execute them efficiently during roll sessions at his or your gym. Aaron Botelho as the head instructor at Sonoran BJJ also has a very welcoming and positive atmosphere for both newcomers and experienced Jiu Jitsu practitioners at his gym. I’ve been to his seminars and I’ve retained the most from his style of teaching. Aaron Botelho and his team at Sonoran BJJ promotes the type of gym that is important for me .......a family, respectful, welcoming, positive atmosphere, great attitude, and applies exceptional technique where everyone has a place on the mat!

Ive been training in BJJ for 12 years now, and have travelled the world training at academies all over the place. I also manage a full MMA gym in Oakland.Thats all to say that I have pretty high standards when it comes to martial arts gyms... how they should look, feel and operate. I trained at Sonoran BJJ for the first time in November 2019 while in town visiting my family, and I left very impressed. The community is thoughtful, caring and welcoming. The space is clean. The classes start on time. And the head instructor, Aaron, is obviously a first class jiujitsu mind.I brought in a move Id been working on, a move Aaron had never seen before, and right in front of me he figured out a number of intricacies that had escaped me while offering instant improvements. He isnt showy or pretentious; hes just a true martial artist.Go train here.

I’ve wanted to try bjj for awhile but have been apprehensive because of the new guy syndrome where you feel like the odd guy out. If you’re having the same feelings, it’s okay, but stop waiting and go to Sonoran! You’ll feel at home from the moment you walk in. The culture at Sonoran is amazing. There’s no ego here— it’s about learning. Aaron goes out of his way to help everyone that comes to train. Not only that the more experienced belts do the same as well.Sadly, I move in a couple months and will have the tough task of finding another place that even comes close to Sonoran.

Just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone at Sonoran BJJ Academy, especially our instructor Aaron. My two teenage boys and I recently started attending the Friday night family class. I have to admit I was a little apprehensive at first, considering I celebrated my 50th birthday this year, It didn’t take long to realize this was one of the best family decisions we’ve made in a long time, my sons and I are having a blast! and anyone with teenagers will understand how hard it can be to find common interests.Thanks again for helping me reconnect with my boys!Never to old to learn something new!

Sonoran BJJ is an outstanding school. The instruction is of the highest caliber. Aaron is very skilled in breaking down detailed technique in a way that makes it accessible and digestible for everyone. Sonoran BJJ has an incredibly welcoming environment where the rank beginner or veteran practitioner will feel at home.

Aaron is an excellent instructor!! With world class Jiu Jitsu. Perfect atmosphere for ANYONE and any level Five stars isnt enough!

This place is awesome! Super friendly people and very welcoming and helpful to beginners like me!

Amazing new Tucson BJJ gym with a great black belt at the head of the team. Great guys to roll with and great atmosphere.

The coaches are warm, encouraging and extremely knowledgeable. I have been beyond impressed with the skills my kids have learned, both regarding jiu jitsu and social skills. Respect is a very important aspect of this studio. I feel respected by the coaches, my kids are respected, and the coaches are respectable people. I am extremely impressed by this place and would highly recommend to people, both beginners and higher levels.

Amazing atmosphere very respectful people if your bored or looking for some change definetly recommend SONORAN BRAZILIAN JUJITSU I am very humbled to be apart of this art and way of life has changed me as an individual in only the first week! Couldn’t ask for a better place with such a great leader/ teacher..

Great Open Mats! Awesome rolls, dope spot overall

I highly recommend checking this gym out! Friendly, fun, and competitive jiu jitsu, very nice and clean facility, good mix of gi and no gi, and most importantly, awesome people!

Outstanding instruction and atmosphere. Great place for beginners and advanced alike.

You wont find a better training environment than at Sonoran BJJ. Very uplifting school, highly recommend

Amazing place amazing staff /couches. Found a new family here