The Ephesians Six academy: adults, teens, kids and coaches together on the mat
Train before your day starts · 6:30 AM Tue, Thu, FriKids class every day at 4:30pmOpen 5 days, closed weekendsFree week trial

You Don't Have To Be Tough.You Just Have To Start.

World-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Pilot Point, and your first class is on us.

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No card. No commitment. Just show up.
5.0
40+ Google Reviews
26
Classes Every Week
8
Adult Classes Weekly
3
Women's-Only Classes
5
Training Days A Week
3–99
Ages Welcome
★★★★★
5.0 Google Rating · 40+ Five-Star Reviews · Pilot Point's Only BJJ Academy
★★★★★

Incredible instructors who bring out the best in everyone, beginner or seasoned. We've made lifelong friendships here.

Clayton Worley
★★★★★

No weird ego stuff here. The coaches take the time to work with you no matter what level you're at.

Dylan Hutchinson
★★★★★

You can tell they genuinely care. Super skilled, patient, and welcoming to every single level.

Sam Sierra
★★★★★

One of the best decisions we have made for our kids! Deise and João are the perfect combination of tough and fun.

Kaylee Carlock
★★★★★

The instruction is world class, and the people here are like family. A welcoming environment that builds confidence and character.

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How It Works

Three Steps. No Pressure.

1

Book Your Free Class

Pick a time online in about two minutes. No card, no commitment.

2

Show Up

Wear comfortable clothes. We'll lend you a gi and walk you through everything.

3

Decide

Loved it? Join. Not for you? No hard feelings. Either way, you showed up.

Coaches João Matheus and Deise Leonanjo in their black belts
Why Ephesians Six

Championship Pedigree. Zero Ego.

We're named for Ephesians 6:10–18, the "full armor of God." Two coaches chose Pilot Point to build a family, not a franchise. You'll train under a UFC Fight Pass Invitational Champion and an IBJJF World Champion, and the first thing you'll feel is welcome.

IBJJF World ChampionUFC Fight Pass ChampionBlack Belt InstructionBeginner-FriendlyGi & No-GiAges 3 & UpWomen's-Only ClassesFaith-Rooted
One Year In

Serious Enough To Rank. Careful Enough For Anyone.

A room can be competitive or it can be safe. We think that's a false choice, whether you're eight or forty-eight, so here is the evidence for both.

On the podium
#10
In Texas
By submissions
#23
In Texas
By total points
1
Year open
Est. 2025, Pilot Point

The World League standings cover every academy in Texas, not just Dallas. That's our students, not the sign on the wall.

Meet the coaches →
In the room
Mats cleaned every training day
The first thing you notice walking in.
Partners matched by size and experience
For kids, placement shifts with height and weight.
No striking in the kids classes
Control and respect, taught as the point.

Every belt trains in the same room, from a first-timer's week one to a competitor's camp.

How we run the room →
@ephesianssixjj

Life On The Mat

A student laughing during drillingThe whole kids class piled up for a group photoCoach working technique with a student on the matThe team together at a tournament with their medals

The Hardest Part Is Walking Through The Door. We'll Handle The Rest.