Lake Highlands · Dallas, TX
Dallas' Premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School. Get Fit, Defend, & Elevate Your Mind.
Join us on a transformative martial arts journey, where strength, strategy, and resilience combine. Classes for all ages and skill levels, led by Prof. Marcio Santos. Your first class is free.
45+
Years on the mats
1967
Carlos Machado lineage
Age 3+
Classes for every age
6 AM
Early and evening classes
Programs
All classesAges 16 and up
Adult BJJ
Gi and No-Gi. Fundamentals, live rolling, and real self-defense for every level.
Ages 5 to 12
Kids BJJ
Jaguars Beginners and Masters. Focus, respect, confidence, and anti-bullying skills.
Ages 3 and 4
Cubs BJJ
Movement, balance, and listening skills through games on the mat.
Ages 13 to 17
Teens BJJ
Technique, conditioning, and the discipline to handle pressure on and off the mat.
Ages Women 16+
Ladies Only BJJ
Practical self-defense and fitness in a supportive, women-only class.
Ages Kids
Capoeira
Afro-Brazilian martial art with movement, rhythm, acrobatics, and live music.
Head Instructor
Prof. Marcio Santos
Over 45 years on the mats. Trained under Grand Master Geny Rebello and a member of the Carlos Machado Association since 2009. Marcio teaches the same detailed, pressure-tested Jiu Jitsu that has been passed down through the Machado family since 1967.
Our StoryThis Week on the Mat
Full scheduleSunday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Adult BJJ No Gi
Adults BJJ
Monday
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Jaguars Beginners Class
Kids BJJ (5 to 11 years old)
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Jaguars Masters Class
Kids BJJ (5 to 11 years old)
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
Tuesday
6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
Adult BJJ No Gi
Adults BJJ
11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Jaguars Masters Class
Kids BJJ (5 to 11 years old)
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Capoeira (Kids)
Capoeira
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Teens Class
Teens BJJ (12 to 16 years old)
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Adults BJJ Gi
Adults BJJ
★★★★★
"Great school! Really positive atmosphere and an excellent learning environment. All the instructors are extremely knowledgeable and teach in a way where there is something to learn at every level. I'm really enjoying my time training here, would highly recommend!"
★★★★★
"My son and I absolutely love this school! You have a sixth degree black belt teaching the kids not only Jiu Jitsu but valuable lessons and virtues. The whole staff is amazing. Definitely recommend this amazing Jiu Jitsu school!"
★★★★★
"Best jiu jitsu school in Dallas. Marcio has a lifetime of old school jiu jitsu knowledge. Great for all skill levels. Every member is family here. Come check it out!"
Quick Answers
- Where is Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu Lake Highlands located?
- We are in Dallas, Texas at 10675 E Northwest Hwy, Suite 2900, near Northwest Hwy and Plano Rd in Lake Highlands.
- What ages do you start teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
- Students start at age 3 in our Cubs program. We also have Kids (5 to 12), Teens (13 to 17), and Adult (16 and up) classes.
- Who is the head instructor?
- Prof. Marcio Santos, a 6th-degree black belt with over 45 years of experience, part of the Carlos Machado Association since 2009.
- Do I need experience to start?
- No. Most of our students walked in with zero experience. Your first class is free and our coaches will guide you step by step.
Find Us
10675 E Northwest Hwy, Suite 2900, Dallas, TX 75238