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Kids and instructors lined up on the mats at Maracaba BJJ
Mesa, Arizona · Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

A higher standard.A stronger you.

The place you train matters. Discover thoughtful coaching, a dedicated academy, and a community that helps you and your family grow—on and off the mats.

Meet the team. Step onto the mats. Feel the difference.

Attentive coaching
Kids & adult programs
Structured training
One full week free
The Maracaba difference

An investment
in who you become.

Choosing a Jiu-Jitsu school is about the instruction, the environment, and the people who support your progress. Here’s what that looks like at Maracaba.

Coaching with purpose.

Patient, attentive instruction and structured lessons help you build technique with a clear foundation, whether you’re brand new or ready for a new challenge.

Skills that stay with you.

Train practical self-defense while working on fitness, coordination, and confidence. For kids, that also means learning focus, discipline, and respect.

A place to belong.

Join students and coaches who support one another. It’s a welcoming environment where kids, adults, and families can keep growing together.

Your first week is on us

Experience the difference.

Meet the team, explore the academy, and start your free week.

Having trouble with the form? Call (480) 830-6051.

Take a look inside

Your training deserves
the right setting.

From the moment you walk in to the time you step off the mats, explore the spaces that make up our Mesa academy.

The training floor

Room to move, drill, and grow.

A welcoming first impression

The front desk and academy gear display.

Beyond the mats

A restroom with an enclosed shower.

Inside the academy

Reception, merchandise, and the trophy area.

Your Jiu-Jitsu home in Mesa

Find us at 2235 S Power Rd #109.

A dedicated place to train. A community to grow with.

Come experience it in person
Andre Maracaba, owner and head instructor, on the academy mats
Owner & head instructor

A lifelong practice.
A personal commitment.

Andre Maracaba

Andre’s journey began with Judo at age three and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at twelve. Originally from Fortaleza, Brazil, he continued developing his craft after moving to the United States.

His teaching brings together technical precision, discipline, fitness, and practical self-defense—with a commitment to helping students at every level grow.

Age 3Began training Judo
Age 12Began Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A path for your progress

Start where you are.
Keep moving forward.

Five class options support kids, beginners, experienced students, and competitors. Find the starting point that fits you or your child.

Children training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Maracaba BJJ

Confidence starts early.

Kids develop focus, respect, and self-defense skills through structured training. Age-appropriate takedown lessons build balance, coordination, and control.

Kids BJJKids Takedowns
Find your child’s first class
Adult students practicing Jiu-Jitsu techniques together

Build your next level.

Learn essential movement and positions, develop sharper technique and strategy, or train alongside students with different experience levels.

Fundamentals BJJAdvanced BJJMixed Level BJJ
Find your starting point
Make training part of your week. Classes available Monday–Saturday.
The Maracaba Jiu-Jitsu community gathered for class
More than a place to train

The progress is yours.
The support is shared.

A child facing a new challenge. An adult working toward a personal goal. At Maracaba, both belong in a community built around encouragement, shared effort, and growth.

Find your place on the mats
Make a confident choice

Get a feel for it.
Then decide.

Your training is a personal investment. A free week gives you a chance to meet the team, see the academy, and experience a class for yourself.

Talk with us: (480) 830-6051
What am I investing in at Maracaba?

Structured Jiu-Jitsu instruction, attentive coaching, a dedicated training space, and a supportive community. The goal is progress in your technique, fitness, confidence, and practical self-defense.

Can I try it before choosing a membership?

Yes. Maracaba offers one full week of free training so you can meet the team and experience the academy. Request your free week to get started.

Do I need any Jiu-Jitsu experience?

No. The academy offers training for beginners as well as experienced students. Fundamentals BJJ focuses on essential positions, movement, control, and self-defense.

Are there classes for my child?

Yes. Kids BJJ and Kids Takedowns offer structured, age-appropriate training. Contact the team to find the right class for your child.

How do I find the right membership?

Talk with our team about your goals, the classes that interest you, and your schedule. Ask about current pricing and what each option includes, so you can make an informed choice. Call (480) 830-6051.

Your first week is on us

Come for a class.
Discover what stays with you.

See the space. Meet the people. Experience the coaching.
Your next step starts here in Mesa.

Experience a Free Week Have a question? Call (480) 830-6051
The training floor