Joshua 1:9
Strength in the Gym
Disciplined strength and conditioning — barbell work, kettlebells, conditioning circuits. We build bodies that can serve, protect, and endure.
FAITH · STRENGTH · CONTROL
Grounded Strength Academy — Faith-Driven Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Rio Rancho, NM
A faith-driven Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and strength academy in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Where iron sharpens iron, and the man on the mat is sharpened too.
01STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
02BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
03FAITH-CENTERED COACHING
04ALL LEVELS · ALL AGES
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SEE THE FULL EVENTGrand Opening Celebration
Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Doors 8:30 AM · Program 9 AM – 2 PM
Built on Faith. Strength. Community.
The Foundation — Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
THE FOUNDATION
— THE THREE PILLARS
Joshua 1:9
Control on the Mat
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu taught with technical precision and patient humility. White belt to black — every athlete learns to remain calm under pressure.
Ephesians 6:10
Grounded in Christ
Training begins and ends with intention. We open the mat in prayer and close it in gratitude. Faith is not a sidebar here — it is the foundation.
BEFORE EVERY ROUND
— OUR WHY
Grounded Strength Academy was built for the man, woman, or child who refuses to drift. We come together not just to learn how to fight, but how to live — with courage, conviction, and quiet confidence rooted in something deeper than ourselves.
Iron sharpens iron. So one man sharpens another. — Proverbs 27:17
As a proud Tom DeBlass Jiu-Jitsu affiliate and IBJJF-registered academy, the standard on these mats is set by world-class lineage, not by us alone.
100%
Faith-driven
6
Days a week
0
Egos allowed
— TRAINING
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Rio Rancho built around technical excellence, honest sweat, and a culture that lifts everyone in the room.
Strength & Conditioning
- Barbell fundamentals
- Conditioning circuits
- Mobility & recovery
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
- Fundamentals & advanced
- Gi and no-gi
- Open mat Saturdays
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
- Ages 3–13 · Three age groups
- Discipline & respect
- Anti-bullying focus
COMING SEPT 2026
LEARN MORE about Courage in Motion adaptive Jiu-Jitsu →Courage in Motion
Adaptive Jiu-Jitsu for children with special needs
— WEEKLY RHYTHM
| TIME | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT | SUN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30A — 9:00A | GSA Bible Study | ||||||
| 9:00A — 10:30A | All Levels Open Mat ALL SCHOOLS WELCOME | ||||||
| 11:30A — 1:00P | All Levels Adult Gi | ||||||
| 4:30P — 5:00P | Toddler Gi | Toddler Gi | |||||
| 5:00P — 6:00P | Kids Gi | Kids Gi | Kids No-Gi | Kids Gi | |||
| 5:00P — 5:30P | Advanced Kids Gi | ||||||
| 6:00P — 6:30P | Beginner Adult Gi | Beginner Adult Gi | Beginner Adult No-Gi | Beginner Adult No-Gi | |||
| 6:00P — 7:30P | Prince & Princess Warrior Bible Study Book Club Ages 5–13 | ||||||
| 6:30P — 7:30P | Intermediate Adult Gi | Intermediate Adult Gi | Advanced Adult No-Gi | Intermediate Adult No-Gi | |||
| 7:30P — 8:00P | Randori | Randori | Randori | Randori |
MON
- 4:30P — 5:00PToddler Gi
- 5:00P — 6:00PKids Gi
- 6:00P — 6:30PBeginner Adult Gi
- 6:30P — 7:30PIntermediate Adult Gi
- 7:30P — 8:00PRandori
TUE
- 5:00P — 6:00PKids Gi
- 6:00P — 6:30PBeginner Adult Gi
- 6:00P — 7:30PPrince & Princess Warrior Bible Study Book ClubAges 5–13
- 6:30P — 7:30PIntermediate Adult Gi
- 7:30P — 8:00PRandori
WED
- 5:00P — 6:00PKids No-Gi
- 6:00P — 6:30PBeginner Adult No-Gi
- 6:30P — 7:30PAdvanced Adult No-Gi
- 7:30P — 8:00PRandori
THU
- 5:00P — 6:00PKids Gi
- 6:00P — 6:30PBeginner Adult No-Gi
- 6:30P — 7:30PIntermediate Adult No-Gi
- 7:30P — 8:00PRandori
FRI
- 11:30A — 1:00PAll Levels Adult Gi
- 4:30P — 5:00PToddler Gi
- 5:00P — 5:30PAdvanced Kids Gi
SAT
- 8:30A — 9:00AGSA Bible Study
- 9:00A — 10:30AAll Levels Open MatALL SCHOOLS WELCOME
SUN
Rest day
Adult Gi
Advanced / No-Gi
Kids Program
Toddler Gi
Open Mat
Randori
* OPENING SCHEDULE — SUBJECT TO ADJUSTMENT
— JOIN US TODAY
One week
Every program, every class. Come see if it fits.
CLAIM MY FREE WEEK →$99
Includes gi, sticker, and belt (over $180 in value). No contract. Month-to-month.
$149/mo
Adults + Kids 6 and up.
$79/mo Toddlers (ages 3–5).
$150$135/mo
10% off monthly membership. Thank you for your service.
$20
Visiting or just passing through? Come roll.
All memberships are month-to-month. No contracts, no games.
START MY FREE WEEK →— A WORD FROM THE GYM
Grounded Strength Academy isn't a chain. It isn't a franchise. It is a room full of red mats, heavy iron, and people who choose — every day — to show up for one another. We believe the lessons of the mat are the lessons of life: stay calm, stay humble, stay rooted.
Whether you've never tied a belt or you've competed for years, your seat at this academy is being saved.
— QUESTIONS
Common questions,clear answers.
- Where is Grounded Strength Academy located?
- Grounded Strength Academy is located at 3188 Southern Blvd SE, Ste W, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Call (505) 489-5053.
- How much does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu cost at Grounded Strength Academy?
- Membership is $149 per month for adults and kids 6 and up, and $79 per month for toddlers ages 3–5, with a one-time $99 sign-up fee that includes a gi, sticker, and belt. All memberships are month-to-month with no contract.
- Does Grounded Strength Academy offer a free trial?
- Yes — new students get one full week of classes free.
- Are there military discounts?
- Yes — military and first responders receive 10% off monthly membership ($150 → $135).
- What are Grounded Strength Academy's hours?
- Monday 4:30–8 PM, Tuesday through Thursday 5–8 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–6 PM, Saturday 9 AM–1 PM, and Sunday closed.
- What programs does Grounded Strength Academy offer?
- Grounded Strength Academy offers kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (ages 3–13), adult Gi and No-Gi, strength & conditioning, private lessons, and Courage in Motion — an adaptive Jiu-Jitsu program for children with special needs launching September 2026.
- Is Grounded Strength Academy a faith-based gym?
- Yes — Grounded Strength Academy is a Christ-centered academy; classes open in prayer and close in gratitude.
- Do beginners need experience to start Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
- No experience is needed. The beginner program is built for first-time students of any age or fitness level, with patient, step-by-step coaching from day one.
- Is Grounded Strength Academy affiliated with Tom DeBlass, and is it IBJJF registered?
- Yes — Grounded Strength Academy is a proud Tom DeBlass Jiu-Jitsu affiliate and an IBJJF-registered academy in Rio Rancho, NM.
— FIND THE ACADEMY
PHONE(505) 489-5053
HOURS
- Monday4:30 – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Thursday5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Friday11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- SundayClosed