📍 1660 S Alma School Rd, Suite 118, Mesa, AZ 85210 🕒 Mon–Fri 6am–9pm · Sat 9am–1pm
Serving Gilbert, AZ

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Gilbert.

The closest serious BJJ academy for Gilbert residents — 9.6 miles southeast of you, 16 minutes door-to-door via US-60 / Gilbert Rd. Gilbert families, Higley/Mesquite parents, and active adults all train here every week. Your first class is on us.

9.6 mifrom Gilbert
16 mindrive time
5.0★127+ reviews
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From Gilbert to the Mat

How Gilbert residents get to class.

Gilbert Rd to US-60 west is the fastest approach; Southern Ave is a close second if traffic is heavy on the freeway.

01 The route

Head north on Gilbert Rd to US-60, then west to Alma School Rd south. Or take Southern Ave west all the way through — both routes hit ~16 minutes.

02 Neighborhoods we serve

Downtown Gilbert / Heritage District, Power Ranch, Val Vista Lakes, Higley, Morrison Ranch — and ZIP codes 85233, 85234, 85295, 85296, 85297, 85298.

03 Best class times for Gilbert

Gilbert is a family town and our Kids program reflects that — three age-graded classes a day means siblings and parents can train in the same window.

Programs

Every program. One academy.

Whether you live in Downtown Gilbert / Heritage District, Power Ranch, or anywhere else in Gilbert, you have full access to every program at Ares Arizona.

From a Gilbert student
★★★★★

"Both our boys are in the Kids program and I started doing the women's class. The drive from Gilbert is nothing — Coach Paul builds incredible kids and incredible adults."

Gilbert FAQs

What Gilbert residents ask us.

How far is Ares Arizona from Gilbert?
About 9.6 miles — roughly 16 minutes via US-60 or Southern Ave. From south Gilbert (Higley/Power Ranch), plan for ~22 minutes.
Do you have a Kids Jiu-Jitsu program suitable for Gilbert families?
Yes — three age-graded Kids classes daily (Little Warriors 4-6, Juniors 7-10, Pre-Teens 11-14). Many of our Kids students come up from Gilbert.
Is there a Women's-only class for Gilbert moms?
Yes. Our Women's Jiu-Jitsu class runs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 pm — popular with Gilbert moms whose kids are in the youth class at the same time.
Do you offer family rates?
Yes, we have multi-family-member discounts. Bring it up at your free trial and we'll get you set up.

16 minutes from Gilbert.
Your first class is free.

Book a time on the calendar — we'll have you on the mat within the week.

Other Service Areas

Also serving the East Valley.