Brenham, TX Martial Arts - Insight Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

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Justo Jitz
18:29 02 Jul 25
A Truly Welcoming Jiu-Jitsu Home!

Insight Brazilian jiu-jitsu is simply phenomenal. From the moment you step in, you feel the incredibly welcoming atmosphere. The instructors are not only highly skilled but also patient and encouraging, making learning a great experience. The community here is fantastic – supportive, humble, and ego-free. If you're looking for a Jiu-Jitsu family, this is it. Highly recommend!
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Drew D
19:20 15 May 25
I have been training in Jiu Jitsu for a couple of years now. I just joined this gym and wish I would have started here. The staff and owner were very welcoming, and the training is better here. The training is more in depth, there are plenty of training partners and high level jiu jitsu practitioners to train with and learn from.
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elvis mendoza
01:52 08 Apr 25
Did a drop in class and I was very welcomed by everyone I trained with. Alex taught a very detailed class while having a great sense of humor. I highly recommend everyone to training here or to stop on by if you're traveling through.
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Taehoney “김터팬” Kim
19:57 09 Mar 25
One of the great place to train BJJ and etc!
Coach Alex is so nice, professional has great details of technic
Also great local people train here
I saw many old gangs train here(and they really good at it!)
I saw many future champ train here
I highly recommend!!
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jaime Mroczkowski
12:52 09 Jan 25
Was looking for a new jiu jitsu gym to call home after moving to the area. Insight and professor Alex have been great. Classes are challenging and kids program for my son are amazing. Gym is clean and inviting.
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Sara Morales
02:38 09 Jan 25
Insight has been great for my sons. Love the coaches and what they teach!
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Marc Tomlinson
01:20 09 Jan 25
Started bringing my boys over the summer and they love it. It’s been great as a parent watching their confidence grow over the months. Alex is great with the kids and quite experienced with showing them the proper techniques.

My oldest had a bully in school swing at him so my son took him to the ground, put him in a choke until a teacher arrived exactly like he practiced in class. He got a high five in front of the principal that day.
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Tyson Eberly
00:32 09 Jan 25
My 9yr old has been coming twice a week now for 6 months. we really appreciate Alex and how he right how he manages his dojo. I love there are a minimum of two, if not, four instructors on the mat at all times. We definitely recommend Insight.
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Courtney Jones
23:00 14 Oct 24
My nine year old son has been training BJJ for seven months at Insight. He started with zero experience and with the amazing coaching of Professor Alex and his staff, my son has made tremendous progress in the art of jiu jitsu. The kids classes vary in size and skill level which is especially helpful for beginners. The gym is clean and well-kept. It’s so nice to have quality training this close to home!
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Jess Mabry
20:15 14 Sep 24
My kids have been training with Coach Alex for 6 years he's not only a coach. He's a mentor. He's taught my children so much about what it means to be responsible and to be leaders in their community he's made us feel like family. Insight offers kids classes, women's self-defense classes, Judo, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I highly recommend insight Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to anyone who's looking to better themselves.
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Denise Cardenas
16:17 12 Jun 24
My son was getting bullied a lot and a fear as a parent kicked in

I started bringing him to insight Brazilian jiu jitsu now I'm 100% sure he can protect himself. He loves it here. Alex the owner is such a nice guy he makes you feel super comfortable. And also as a parent I love staying and watching

prices are really reasonable.

I 100% recommend this place
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jered andres
13:59 17 May 24
If your even close to the bastrop area just stop in. Modern academy clean n spacious with great coaches 👌10/10 definitely recommend.
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Justin Taylor
00:34 06 Mar 24
Great Jiu Jitsu gym. Really
Good environment for families and younger competitors. Instruction is top notch, one of my favorite places I’ve ever visited! Alex and his other instructors really know their stuff
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Jacqueline Dixon
23:49 22 Jan 24
Coach Alex and his team are incredible instructors. They get on the ground and really guide the students through each skill. It’s evident that they really care about each student and their futures. My son has been going to classes since August. He has come so far in such a short amount of time. We look forward to every class!
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Dominique White
23:03 19 Jan 24
We loveeee Insight! We are a new homeschool family and the homeschool community here is amazing. The instructors are amazing with the kids and the parents. The kiddos made my son feel like he has been friends with them forever. This was a game changer for a family coming from a big city to a small town. Grateful for our time here:)
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Koji Bamba
22:44 14 Jan 24
THE place to train in the Bastrop area. Professor Alex welcomed me with professionalism and warmth when I dropped by to train while my kids were in camp nearby. As a visiting Blackbelt, it can sometimes be an “interesting” experience dropping into other academies. Not so at Insight. All of his students were professional, kind, and skilled. Professor Alex and I rolled, and I was able to feel his skill first hand. Extremely impressed, but also not surprised given his reputation. I’m also very familiar with teaching and coaching kids BJJ, and I can attest that his students show impeccable technique and sportsmanship on the competition mats. Highly recommend.
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Don Underwood
02:29 11 Jan 24
It will be 4 years in March that I’ve been going and training at Insight BJJ. Professor Alex is not just a top competitor but a great teacher and has become a great friend and we feel like he is part of the family.
All the coaches and Professors are top notch. Alex and the other coaches make Kid classes fun and they learn important lessons on how to defend themselves.
Go check it out you just might like it.
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Donnie Thurman
03:47 10 Jan 24
I have been training for over 3 years there and what a great place to train and learn. I am so thankful that this is the gym in which I began my jiu jitsu journey. As well as being personable and relatable, gym owner Alex is a great teacher He makes it easy to not just learn, but also helps you to find your place and fit in. Coaches Keri, Stuart, and Don are also great teachers that are willing to take extra time with new people and help them to feel welcome. It is a great community and everyone there shows patience and grace to those starting out. Are you wondering if you too could do it? Yes you can!
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Brady Webster
02:07 11 Oct 23
I’ve trained at Insight for the last 3 weeks and from my visit, trial period, and beyond I have been treated with respect, care, and a desire by everyone I’ve worked with to see me improve. Professor Alex is very knowledgeable and shows concepts/techniques in relatable ways. Professor Jackson is very attentive to the needs of his class and shares his knowledge as well. I’ve been to PM, AM, and lunch classes and the experience is the same with multiple folks. Each of the multiple instructors have been patient to take time with other students as well as myself. There is a clear passion for the multiple arts taught and practiced at Insight and it drives the professionalism and commitment to the team!
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Travis Moore
00:51 16 Sep 23
Wow, I truly cannot believe an academy this amazing exist in the Bastrop area. Professor Alex Henley and his crew are incredible. Alex is an impressive competitor in his own right, and now has dedicated his love for his craft into passing it on to others. World class instruction, in a family friendly environment. No egos, no drama, just amazing fun Jiu Jitsu. If you’re in the area, please try Insight. I travel around the world to train and compete, and this place is one of the best !
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Seth Louey
20:50 20 Jan 23
I've been going to Insight for almost 3 years now. It's one of the most well rounded gyms with education and instructor disciplines that have decades of experience. One of the greatest things about joining Insight is that you can visit any of the affiliate gyms to train with different people and instructors.

My only regret with Insight is that I didn't start training Jiu Jitsu earlier. I love the gym, my training partners, and the affiliate locations.

I'm hooked for life.
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Melissa Mock
19:14 25 Feb 25
Chad is an amazing coach who has expert knowledge and skills. Chad ensures inclusion for all of his students. My son has unique qualities that do not allow him to physically perform with the same strength of other students. Chad has ensured all students are aware of his unique needs so he remains safe while performing and free of injury. All of the other students have ensured including my son and treating him as a peer and ensuring he feels like part of the team. This has allowed Kaleb to improve socialization skills, confidence, and motor skills as well as get exercise! Thank you BJJ for ensuring a place where he can learn and grow while learning skills to protect himself if ever needed!
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Andrea Beth
01:33 04 Feb 24
I've been training with this organization for over a year with a focus on striking with boxing classes and private Muay Thai lessons. The environment is very supportive with serious workouts in the striking classes and technical instruction. The training is competition oriented including sparring although only some train to compete. I am self defense oriented and appreciate the sparring that gives me a real world feel unlike pure self defense classes I've taken that don't do sparring. Sparring is not mandatory if that isn't an interest.
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Alex Henley
20:08 18 Feb 23
Chad is a great coach and really understands how to teach the finer points of techniques. He’s also a competitor and know how to coach for tournament success. I’m proud to have him represent Team Insight!
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Charlsea Kirkman
16:46 31 Jan 23
Great gym! Classes for all ages. Coaches are friendly and knowledgeable
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