Midtown MMA Houston

After visiting many martial arts gyms, Midtown is the one that continues to impress me with how good of a job it does at truly being for everyone. I have never seen a gym balance and cater so well to the full range of experience, from beginners, to amateur competitors, to seriously impressive competitors (like coach Chris Jr. himself). The coaches really know their stuff, and will make sure you’re learning proper technique AND getting real physical conditioning (some things other gyms sometimes cut corners on). The size and loyalty of the community speaks for itself on the quality and values of the gym, and I truly consider this place a family. Will forever be grateful to Coaches Chris and Chris Jr. for supporting my journey through this sport and building the athlete I am today, as well as the wonderful friends and teammates I have met here.

I’ve been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Midtown MMA for few years now, and I can’t recommend this gym highly enough! The moment you step in, you’re welcomed into a vibrant, supportive culture that makes everyone—beginner or seasoned practitioner—feel right at home. The instructors are top-notch, bringing a high level of technical expertise and passion to every class. They break down complex techniques in a way that’s easy to grasp, while still challenging you to elevate your game. The training environment fosters camaraderie, with everyone pushing each other to improve while maintaining respect and humility. The quality of jiu-jitsu taught here is exceptional, blending traditional fundamentals with cutting-edge techniques. Midtown MMA is a gem for anyone serious about BJJ or just looking to join an amazing community. Highly recommend!

Thank you for the warm welcome and generosity Professor @chris_bjj_martinez ! 🙇‍♂️ You have an awesome facility and team! Love the community you built @midtown_mma_houston and @sixbladesbjjmidtown 🥋 @julieanndenestrosagarcia and I enjoyed the lesson you taught tonight Truly honored meeting you sir 🙇‍♂️❤️ Thank you for the warm welcome Prof Chris. I enjoyed watching your Judo and thank you for the roll. 🥋 Thank for for the warm welcome Prof Anthony, Janna, Ben and to the others i failed to mention. It was a pleasure meeting you all and looking forward to our next visit. To all my friends, if you are ever in houston and looking for awesome Jiu-Jitsu, Muay thai and mma, highly recommend you train with Prof Chris in @midtown_mma_houston / @sixbladesbjjmidtown 🥋🥊🦵💪🤼‍♂️❤️🤙

Great Seminar at Midtown MMA Houston with the legend "XANDE" Alexandre Ribeiro, commonly known as “Xande” Ribeiro is a legendary jiu-jitsu competitor and one of the founding members of the Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu Association. Under the tutelage of some of the world’s top coaches, including Royler Gracie, Vini Aieta and Xande’s own brother Saulo Ribeiro, Alexandre earned numerous grappling titles, including IBJJF and ADCC World Champion, while earning also the #1 rank in BJJ Heroes’ Top BJJ Competitors of All Time list, up until 2020. Thanks to Midtown MMA and Six Blades BJJ for the great time today. #oldmanpurple #bjjdentist

While I have not trained or been to this school I did have the pleasure of meeting the owner at Jujitsu World League in Houston over the weekend. My son competed against two of his students. My son is a talker and I watched as Professor Chris talked with him and engaged him like he was one of his students. Professor even jumped in a coached him in his last NoGi. Afterwards he invited us to visit his school is we were ever back in Houston. I would take my Son here for sure if we were in the area. His skills showed through his students, who both placed along with my Son. But is love for the kids and teaching is what I, as a Dad saw. Thanks again Professor for showing us hospitality.