BUILD MORE
THAN STRENGTH.

Jiu-jitsu for the whole family.
Strong fundamentals. Purposeful practice.
A little better, every time you show up.

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Two gi-clad training partners practicing a standing-to-ground transition at the academy — ON THE MAT / LA VERNIA, TXTHE WORK, IN PRACTICE.

More than a martial art

Good habits.
Strong foundations.
Real progress.

There is no shortcut to getting better. Just the decision to begin — and the discipline to keep going.

At La Vernia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, our approach is simple: structured training, clear fundamentals, and purposeful practice. From a child's first class to an adult's next challenge, the work starts here.

Meet the academy

OUR PROGRAMS.

Mighty Mites

AGES 4–7

MON–FRI · 5:00–5:30 PM

Kids Jiu-Jitsu

AGES 8–12

MON–FRI · 5:30–6:30 PM

Adult Jiu-Jitsu

GI + NO-GI

MORNING NO-GI · MON–FRI · 6:00–7:00 AM

Boxing

WITH COACH MATT

TUE + THU · 7:30 PM

MEET YOUR COACHES.

Coach Matt practicing boxing on a heavy bag — COACH MATT
Boxing · Tuesday & Thursday · 7:30 PM

Mia, instructor for Mia’s Power Hour — MIA
Mia’s Power Hour · Friday · 9:45–10:45 AM

Four jiu-jitsu black belts standing together in white gis on the mat — ROOTED IN JIU-JITSU.

02 / The academy

Experience.
Discipline.
Dedication.

Peter Khan

INSTRUCTOR · AOJ BLACK BELT

After 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy, Peter Khan brings a disciplined approach to the mat. An Art of Jiu Jitsu black belt, his teaching is grounded in structured training and a deep respect for the fundamentals.

The goal is not to rush the process. It's to build a foundation you can keep growing from.

Start your journey

Two jiu-jitsu black belts in white gis standing together on the mat — A LIFETIME OF LEARNING.

Three jiu-jitsu practitioners in white gis kneeling together on the mat — A SHARED JOURNEY.

CLASS SCHEDULE

NOVEMBER 2026.

All times Central

Class	Days	Time
Adult morning no-gi	Monday–Friday	6:00–7:00 AM
Mia’s Power Hour	Friday	9:45–10:45 AM
Mighty MitesAges 4–7	Monday–Friday	5:00–5:30 PM
Kids Jiu-JitsuAges 8–12	Monday–Friday	5:30–6:30 PM
Adult Jiu-JitsuContact us for the full adult schedule	Friday	6:30 PM
Boxing · Coach Matt	Tuesday & Thursday	7:30 PM
Open mat · Gi + no-giContact us for the next date	Every other Friday	7:30–8:30 PM

Youth uniforms Mon / Wed / Fri: Gi · Tue / Thu: No-gi

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Before you begin

Your first step,
simplified.

A few things to know before
your first visit.

I'm new to jiu-jitsu. Where do I start?

Start by requesting a free trial. Tell us which program interests you, and the academy can help you choose a class and explain what to expect.

What should I bring or wear?

Ask the academy when arranging your trial. What you need may depend on whether you're attending gi, no-gi, or boxing. We'll help you confirm the right class and what to bring before you visit.

What's the difference between gi and no-gi?

Gi jiu-jitsu uses a traditional jacket, trousers, and belt, with techniques that can use grips on the uniform. No-gi is practiced without that uniform and its grips. Both are part of our jiu-jitsu programs.

Is there a program for my child?

Mighty Mites is for ages 4–7, and Kids Jiu-Jitsu is for ages 8–12. A parent or guardian can contact the academy to confirm the best program. You don't need to send your child's name or personal details through this website.

How do I find out about membership?

Email the academy for current membership options and pricing. You can ask any questions when requesting a free trial, too.

The people behind the practice

Better,
together.

Individual progress. Shared effort.
Meet your training community in La Vernia.

Join us on the mat

Academy members in gis standing together on the mat — GI / OUR TRAINING COMMUNITY

Fourteen academy members in no-gi training clothes gathered together on the mat — NO-GI / BETTER TOGETHER

A group of no-gi training partners standing shoulder to shoulder across the academy mat — NO-GI / SHARED EFFORT

Your next chapter starts here

JUST
begin.

You don't have to have it all figured out.
You just have to take the first step.

REQUEST A FREE TRIAL

See you on the mat.

Choose a program and introduce yourself. This opens an email to the academy — your class is confirmed only after the academy replies.

Prefer to email directly?laverniabrazilianjiujitsu@gmail.com

Rooted in La Vernia

Find your
community.

La Vernia Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

12097 US Hwy 87 W
La Vernia, TX 78121

Get directions

Arrange your first class with us before stopping by.

SMALL-TOWN ROOTS.
A LIFELONG PRACTICE.

BUILD MORETHAN STRENGTH.

Good habits.Strong foundations.Real progress.