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Looking for Violet Crown Jiu Jitsu in Austin, TX? It's a Brazilian jiu jitsu academy at 2521 Rutland Dr #600, rated 5.0/5 across 81 Google reviews. Below: programs, schedule, pricing, reviews, and how to book a free trial.
Rated 5.0/5 across 81 Google reviews.
I've been training here since Jan. 2022, and can say it's a warm, welcoming, fun and really great place to learn jiu jitsu. I'd been going to another gym (VOW, also great) before but needed morning classes to fit in better with my work schedule. I called Rudy and asked about the place. He had me come in and check it out before I signed up for anything which I appreciated. Rudy is a great and patient teacher, as are the rest of the instructors, and the regulars are so friendly and helpful when you're learning (I came in as a white belt). My jiu jitsu has definitely improved from coming here regularly, but I've also gained a whole little community of BJJ folks who are down to hit the mats early in the morning before work. Don't get me wrong, the folks here are friendly but we've also got some guys that will really step up the tempo if you're looking to roll hard. The higher belts were super helpful when I told them I was going to compete.
Violet Crown Jiujitsu is the place you want to be. Professor Rudy has a welcoming down to earth environment . My kiddos train here and within a year. My kiddos competed in Naga, Grappling Industries, Jiujitsu World League. Coach Noah trains kids class and in time have your littles ready to compete if interested. Professor Rexx teaches Adults and kids. There are other great coaches for Adults. My son is now trains with adults. You don’t have to compete and you can train without worrying about injuries. We joined after pandemic and it has build confidence, obedience, cardio and alertness. Teachers at school tell me whatever I’m doing for my Son or Daughter is great. Thank you Professor Rexx!!
I looked around at lots of gyms before deciding on Violet Crown. I’ve been here about 3 months now and love it. I was hesitant to try any sort of martial art because I didn’t want to get injured by someone cranking a submission or hitting me in the head, and I didn’t want a skin infection. When I walked in, I noticed that the mats were clean and dry. Hygiene is a priority for this community and Rudy, the head coach, sets an example by cleaning the mats and gear or staying home if he feels sick. Rudy is a great coach and his students are helpful and welcoming of all skill levels, which I really appreciate as a woman in a sport that is mostly male. Some people are there for competitions and MMA, I’m there for fun and people dial back their intensity accordingly so we can all train and benefit. It has a good mix of beginners and advanced practitioners, both among the men and women. If I don’t feel comfortable with something, the instructor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Phenomenal BJJ School! I can’t say enough great things about Violet Crown Jiu Jitsu. From day one on my visit, Coach Rudy and members made me feel welcome and supported. The instruction is top-notch — technical, clear, and taught in a way that works for all experience levels. Coach Rudy does an amazing job breaking down details and creating a safe, respectful training environment. The community here is awesome. Everyone trains hard but with control, and there’s zero ego on the mats. Whether it’s Gi, No-Gi, or Muay Thai, every class feels structured, fun, and full of learning. If you’re looking for a BJJ school in Austin with incredible coaching, positive vibes, and a team that genuinely cares about your growth, Violet Crown is the place. I’m grateful to have my second home when visiting Austin from Massachusetts. I highly recommend it!
Violet Crown is an incredible gym for all levels. I came in as a complete beginner doing free trial classes at different Austin gyms and realized what Rudy and the instructor team has built here was outstanding. You can roll with people of very different experience levels and learn something new from each one, on top of the amazing instruction that the coaches provide during the technique portion of classes. Everybody helps to contribute to the culture that Rudy has created of friendliness, learning, and ego-free intensity that makes it an addicting place to train at. If you're thinking about getting into the sport, looking for a great way to gain self-defense skills, or an experienced BJJ practitioner that's considering new gyms, come try a class!
The energy of this place is golden, because of the white belts you train with all the way up to the patient black belts, because of Rudy, because you can feel/see everyone's respect for the art(s) and yourself. If you lean into the classes here, there's a solid chance you'll feel that energy too. I'm a beginner of jiu jitsu, and have been in a few martial arts gyms in my life regularly, and this is by far the least intimidating one. There's a class for any and all levels/types of practice, and the instructors make them fun, challenging, safe, and respectful of your abilities to practice. I never regret dragging my butt to a class.
Violet Crown Jiu Jitsu is at 2521 Rutland Dr #600.
Violet Crown Jiu Jitsu doesn't publish pricing. Austin BJJ typically runs $150-$250/month for unlimited. Ask for a free trial so you can test the room first.
Beginners are welcome. Use the trial class to watch a fundamentals or all-levels session and meet the coach before signing up. No experience or gear needed for your first class at most Austin gyms.
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