Semper Fortis Jiu Jitsu — Local services in San Antonio

This family changed my life! I called and asked if I could try a class and this family gave me 30 days and a Gi to train for free. After that the cost of the class and my own Gi was worth every penny. Suay and Saad are the ones who run this FAMILY! The most down to earth, good hearted people to know.

Everyone who trains there is focused on their progression but treats you like you have always been going there. The training is phenomenal. Here is what I mean: You warm up first and every step of the way someone will help you if you are having trouble. You get to learn at least 3-4 techniques that night and once you have enough experience you get to roll (sparring). For your monthly fee you get access to Jiu-Jitsu everyday of the week, you get to train no-GI, and you get access to Judo training twice a week!

I have relocated to Tampa, FL and I pay almost double and dont get access to this variety. At this school ALL belts train together and are not seperated. You get to learn all types of techniques.

I even sat and watched the kids classes before my class started. Many people have their kids train here and then train right after that class. Suay is great with the kids!

This is a very clean facility and a great family atmosphere. I can't say enough about this place that started me on a journey to a better life. Contact them because you wont regret it! I can't wait to go back to San Antonio to spend time...

The short answer, I can not say enough good things about Semper Fortis. on a scale of 1-5 stars, they deserve a 10!

I have wanted to get into Jiu Jitsu for over 10 years. I have always talked myself out of it. At least once a week I would mention that I wanted to join a gym to my wife. Finally she got tired of hearing it, bought me a GI and told me to go.

I showed up with the GI still in the plastic. I walked up to Saad and Suay and said "I have no idea what I'm doing" without hesitation they explained everything and helped me get started. Quickly getting me into the class. I left the first class knowing I went to the right place. I also left knowing I had learned what all this meant.

They have built an environment that follows the path of helping the next person in line. Every person in this gym wants to see you succeed and get better. Not a single time did anyone in the gym not take the time to talk to me or help me. The members of this gym take their own time to help you. They ensure you understand what you're doing and why. Everyone is patient and polite.

The atmosphere here is so welcoming no matter who you are. This is why they should get 10 stars. It's not just about the owners. It's the culture they have created here. 10 stars because of the owners, the facility, the education, and equally important,...

I was traveling to San Antonio for a few weeks while I was working temporarily in the area and was seeking a BJJ gym to train at. My google hits were a bit overwhelming as there are a lot of BJJ gyms in SA. After some research, I came across Semper Fortis Jiu Jitsu where Professors Saad and Suay Al-Aziz who were both military veterans. That was a good reason for me to go check it out.

After meeting the professors, they allowed me to train for my three week duration at no cost, even after I offered. I’m five training sessions in two weeks in so far, and I have seen numerous talented and professional assistant professors (also black belts), numerous brown belt assistant instructors who regularly ran training after Professor Al-Aziz’s guidance and focus for the week, and also former Olympians in Judo. This gym is stacked with world class and competitive athletes who are humble, open, and welcoming to new and young students. I saw plenty of high school athletes who also trained here after school. I especially enjoyed open-mat sparring after the class was over.

The only bad thing I have to say about Semper Fortis Jiu Jitsu, is that it’s not my home BJJ gym. I really enjoy training there and wish I could stay. Overall, I highly recommend this Jiu Jitsu gym for ANYONE, young or old, that will train you safely and...