I would highly recommend MRJJA! Whether you are a beginner or on a more advanced level, this is a great gym environment for both kids and adults. Mario and his instructors are knowledgeable and always lead by example.

I met Mario nearly 10 years ago, and the way he and jiu-jitsu have impacted my life cannot be overstated. Yes, youll have a world-class instructor, learn solid self-defense, and probably be addicted on day one. But youll also find unmatched comradery within the jiu-jitsu community, and be surrounded by people pushing to improve themselves and ultimately you as well. When I am practicing regularly, I find the other aspects of my life improving and falling into place as well.I moved away from Rochester four years ago, traveled the US, and now over to Europe; jiu-jitsu has always helped me to establish roots and to instantly build a rapport with great people in each new city. But with the benefit of hindsight, I am truly thankful and lucky MRJJA was my first gym.Its not how good your jiu-jitsu is but how good jiu-jitsu is for you.

There isnt a day that I dont want to be there. Everyone is kind and the environment is always positive. The facility is great and the coaches are all extremely knowledgeable. Worth every penny.

Ive been training at the MRJJA for over two years. The instruction is top notch, and the gym members are welcoming and helpful. Dont put off joining, you will only regret not starting earlier.

Excellent place to train. I have trained every winter for the past 4 years. All the instructors are extremely professional, and courteous.

My wife and I love this gym. The people are so friendly, and Marios teaching is second to none! Highly recommend!

The guys over at Mario fitness Jiu Jitsu are great. I recently signed up my daughter to the Academy and she’s loving it. It’s a great class for kids development but don’t forget great for adults too. They keep the gym Very clean and disinfect between groups. I’m glad I found this place.

If you have ever thought about learning a martial art, challenging yourself, or simply improving yourself mentally and physically, this is the place!I have found all of that, and so much more at MRJJA.

Youll never find a better place to train

Highly recommend this gym, the BEST defense for women taught by knowledgeable instructors. Everyone at MRJJA is very welcoming!

I have been attending this gym for 2 years and it has completely changed my life. I would recommend Mario’s to anyone whether they are just looking to get out of the house, or to compete in mma or jiu jitsu. The coaching staff is amazing and the classes are both fun and educational.

I recall the first day I walked into MRJJA now going on ten years! Mario and the instructors are world class, the facility and equipment are contemporary and the members are simply amazing! Everything youll need, regardless of age and your personal goals (personal development, fitness, martial art defense, competition grappling/BJJ or pro MMA), is at Marios!

Great atmosphere, super knowledgeable teachers. Treated me like family from day one. Highly recommended to anyone looking to learn martial arts.

MRJJA is like a family with all kinds of different faces shapes and sizes, anyone from beginner to amateur to pro! Very motivating environment

I absolutely enjoy attending and training at MRJJA!!! The coaches are very professional, encouraging and patient. I have been a member for nearly a year and my son for 18 months, I can honestly say that each class has been fun and informative. I dont think I would want to learn jiu-jitsu anywhere else. MRJJA provides a respectful and harmonious atmosphere which makes it enjoyable to train and develop our skills in martial arts.

I have trained at over 50 gyms in dozens of states and a dozen countries, this gym has a plethora of high level grapplers that are not only knowledgeable but extremely patient and sympathetic to the growing pains of learning a skill like BJJ.To date this is the only gym I’ve ever walked into where the culture in the gym is for veteran students (purple and above) to drill with white belt students. In 2015 I had showed up to this gym as a white belt with a moderate level of success in tournaments, but after six months training with the guys at the MRJJA I found that my learning curve had been cut down tremendously and my skills improved ten-fold.Learning Jiu-Jitsu is often compared to learning a second language, let the instructors as the MRJJA by your Rosetta Stone and I guarantee after six months you will see your life improve in abundance.

If you have any doubts, been on the fence about making the commitment, or anxious about joining a Martial Arts Gym, look no further. The Mario Roberto Jiu-Jitsu Academy has provided me a place to learn something new and challenge myself mentally and physically while living in Rochester during my sons Cancer Treatments. Everyone training at MRJJA from Beginners to Advanced and all the coaches are inviting and especially Respectful. The MRJJA Coaches and Students provide a phenomenal environment built for everyone. All of the coaches have experienced great accomplishments in their personal, training, and competition experiences and are here to share those skills and accomplishments with you. I can assure you will have no regrets Training with MRJJA!Evan, BJJ White Belt

Is honestly a fun experience for people who are just looking to be out of their houses or have not much to do at certain times. Its a hands on good, professioneal experience for people who want to learn martial arts and self defense. And a great workout for people who want to keep in shape/work out. I came in knowing nothing about this specific martial art and am pretty happy with what Ive learned. People are professional, and really put in the work to make sure you are aftually learning. They are always monitoring your progress first hand. And most importan in these Covid times yhey have taken extra measures to make sure we are safe. I thank the instructors for what Ive learned so far and recommend other people to join, instructors are all friendly and most of the people you are partnered up as well.

My son just started a few weeks ago and loves going each week.

Amazing gym with great coaches to help you succeed on your martial arts journey.

Im a BJJ purple belt from out of town and was missing training, so I stopped by this academy to watch a class. Within the first ten minutes I was blown away at the quality of instruction and jiujitsu at this academy. I would HIGHLY recommend training here if you are in the area and want to learn BJJ.

I finally got a chance to come and drop in from a busy work schedule and Im very glad I had the opportunity to do so. Everyone Ive met here has been great and accommodating. Also, people here are knowledgeable and willing to work with you instead of simply rolling 100%. I recommend anyone traveling to Rochester to visit Mario Robertos academy. Youd get a great experience and meet awesome people.

Great place to come to. Very friendly staff and other practitioners.

Great gym!! Very laid back and friendly atmosphere. Best place to get fit and learn functional self defense that would work in the actual real world. I would recommend to everyone. The youth program is fun for the kids not only are they having fun while training but also getting fit with exercise.

At Mario Roberto’s Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Mario and all of the Coach’s at this academy from the kid’s classes to the adults do an amazing job of teaching and demonstrating BJJ techniques. Theyre friendly, professional, and encouraging to everyone at MRJJA. There are many different classes here from a mix of conditioning, Jiu Jitsu (fundamental, progressive and advanced technique), Muay Thai and take-down class, etc.My son and I are very grateful to have joined two years ago and have met amazing like-minded individuals. Everyone at Mario’s can become the best version of themselves by learning discipline, dedication, and hard work. This is without question one of the most respected BJJ schools around, hands down, is Mario Roberto’s Jiu-Jitsu Academy. We are all fortunate to get this kind of instruction.... right here in Rochester MN.

Great place to learn and develop, novice or veteran!

You will not regret coming here. Being in Martial Arts and Wrestling for most of my life, I can say with full confidence that Mario is one of the best instructors I have ever had the fortune to be trained and tested by. Not only is the instructor and facility great, but there is many high quality training partners as well!

Im over 30 years old now and am learning things that I wish I wouldve when I was 18. Not only is Mario the best BJJ practitioner in Minnesota, but he has trained and taught some of the best people in Rochester to fill his gym. The gym is top notch, and very welcoming no matter what youre looking for - self defense, conditioning, losing a few pounds, kids classes, competing, they have it all. You cant go wrong with a free full week, so check it out.

Ive trained with Mario for decades and he is the kindest and most helpful instructor I know of. If you are a beginner looking to get in to BJJ you will feel right at home with Mario and his friendly atmosphere. If you are a more advanced person you will be thrilled with Marios technical excellence and training philosophy. If you are a parent you will be very pleased with Marios kids classes that teach not only self-defense, but also discipline, confidence, and focus! Highly recommended for everyone!!

Excellent place to learn jiu jitsu and other martial arts. Great for people of all ages and led by the most tenured black belt in the Midwest!

Hands down the best school in the Tri-States. Mario and his students are some of the best people around. Everyone helps everyone and its a very humbling environment. I live an hour away and dont mind the drive to class. Everyday is a learning experience. I recommend this school to everyone I talk to thats interested in martial arts.

Mario Roberto is one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated martial artists that i have ever met. I recommend anyone come check out MRJJA if you are looking for a way to get in shape, have fun, relieve stress, or training to be competitive martial artist. On top of all that. Everyone at the gym does a great job at making new students feel welcome. Do yourself a favor and go check it out!

Great experience and environment for all levels

The class schedule is very broad and one can get about 2 hours of BJJ training almost daily! The student body is quite large! :)

This is my first Jiu jitsu gym I have tried out and it has been a great experience, I go to all the 10 AM classes and both Mario and Dan do a great job at instructing us through all the moves, no complaints so far and I plan on staying here for a long time, if you’re looking to start Jiu jitsu this is the gym to go to in Rochester

I went out to MN on a work trip. I dropped in on a class in the evening. We worked on some armbar stuff and some spider guard. I learned a set up for a triangle from spider guard and I took it back to Denver with me! Was able to hit it 3 times the following week, and I have been using it now in my offensive guard game. Great staff! Coaches are world class and helpful. I was able to learn that set up because of the time the coaches and students took to answer my questions and share details. This is a great gym to learn Jiu Jitsu from.

Mario does not hold back his knowledge with his students. I have trained in martial arts my whole life, as an instructor, Mario is top notch. The facility is amazing as well. If looking for just a place to visit during a stay locally or to find a new home gym, MRJJA is the place to go!

After over 43 years in the Martial Arts (the last 10 of which Ive been a student of the MRJJA), I can honestly say the Mario exudes some of the most impressive displays of martial arts Ive ever seen. More importantly, though, he is an outstanding teacher who imparts his knowledge on a high level that benefits the student in so many ways. If you are looking for a school that will put you on a path toward self-betterment, look no further.

I love being a member at this gym! I get challenged every time I go for a lesson. I am learning from my teammates and improving my fitness.

There’s no question Mario Roberto provides exceptional instruction for any level of BJJ practitioner. His credentials speak for themselves. What may be less well-known is how his game continues to evolve alongside world-wide innovations in both grappling and MMA. His classes are never stale and after 11 years under his tutelage, he’s still capable of introducing a movement, grip, etc. which I can immediately incorporate to further optimize my ground game. Beyond his wealth of expertise and demonstrable skill as a teacher, and perhaps more important than either, is the fact Mario demands mutual respect amongst all instructors and students which translates to a safe, encouraging atmosphere regardless of skill level.

One of the best gyms I have ever trained at. Mario and his staff are friendly, professional and highly skilled. Female students are the minority, but they ensure a comfortable training environment for women, which is much appreciated. Highly reccomended.

Mario has created something incredibly special in Rochester. The Mario Roberto Jiu-jitsu Academy is a world class facility. The atmosphere at the academy is always friendly, helpful, and surprisingly informal. Mario himself is a medical doctor, MMA pioneer, and decorated black belt, all while being an incredible teacher and mentor.If you have ever considered taking a martial art or just want to get in shape, there is absolutely no better place. There is a full complement of exercise equipment and a great fitness trainer in Zack Coach Curry.My only regret is that I did not walk in the front door sooner.

Been a student for almost three years and its been a wonderful experience. The instructors are very knowledgable and I have had a great time training.

MRJJA is simply the best. World class facility and world class teacher, Mario Roberto! if you search for the perfect place to have fun and to train you have to go to MRJJA. Friendly and clean environment. Definitively the best gym I have ever been in my life.

Superb facility, instruction, and intensity. Encouraging, yet competitive atmosphere. Highly recommend to all skill levels interested in practicing excellent jiu-jitsu.

This is a great place to train BJJ or MMA. Mario is a very knowledgeable and talented instructor and practitioner of the martial arts. You will be able to learn a lot and challenge yourself while meeting some friendly and helpful training partners.

Great place to train. Mario is an excellent instructor and teaches you everything that he knows. Highly recommend checking it out if you are looking to try jiu jitsu.

Best grappling gym in Rochester by far. Mario has a superb BJJ and MMA pedigree, but is extremely approachable and hands-on with his teaching for all belt levels. The people in the gym are also unpretentious and friendly. Several national level MMA fighters have trained at this gym, and its clear why they chose to do so here.

I have been going to MRJJA for just over 3 months and had no previous martial arts experience prior to joining. Mario and the other instructors are very knowledgeable in instruction and observant on correcting incorrect form. The instructors also explain variations to the moves based on using it for MMA fighting or self-defense. If you are interested in training for MMA fighting, self-defense, or conditioning I would recommend checking out MRJJA!

MRJJA Is like a second family to me. Bad days are put to an end when I arrive and train. I have the opportunity to improve myself as an athlete and human when Im there. Mario is a great instructor and has a great teaching style that will allow all types of learners to improve their martial arts skills in both Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai.

I have practiced Martial Arts for over 20 years, In that time I learned that not everyone who teaches Martial Arts can pass on the art in a way that makes you effective. Sensei Mario is a high level teacher in the art of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu that can actually do and apply the art. Anyone who practices with him will become effective in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. They will be able to apply and use what they learn. Not all teachers can pass on their art in a way that is affective and applicable in the real world. The school is a first class facility and his teaching style makes it easy to learn. You will become proficient and as good as you want to be. Mario is a good man and a great teacher.

Best Ever!

If youre looking to train self defense and brazilian jiu jitsu, MRJJA is a great spot to join up at. Mario is one of the most tenured black belts in the midwest and a hook and shoot (mma promotion) middle weight champ. For the most part, Marios training is geared towards real life applications in how to defend yourself if you are to get into any altercation on the street. Youll find motivating students to train with and stay in great shape at the same time. Highly recommend stopping in and at least giving it a try!

Best place to train, hands down. Dont settle for anything but the best and thats what you get at mrjja.

Very knowledgeable and patient, a great learning experience for me as a beginner.

Just the right place to learn or improve your skills..

Nothing compares to the outstanding instruction you receive when Mario is on the mat.

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