World Jiu Jitsu Academy

Amazing building confidence, discipline, leadership, focus, teamwork, amongst other life skills for my children. This is not a temporary sport, but rather, a lifetime activity.

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Professor Anderson and team do a wonderful job with the kids! It’s perfect for all kids and helps them build confidence, develop self control and much more all while learning jiu jitsu!

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The owners and instructors at World Jiu-Jitsu Academy have created something truly special. Safe, fun and welcoming environment. Keep up the great work!

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I loved working here!! Jeremy is a great instructor and a great person to work for. Super chill, easy going, yet firm and really knows his stuff. The environment is super family friendly. All good vibes. I would recommend it to everyone! More...

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Great place and atmosphere to learn Jiu Jitsu!

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Awesome people!

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For the last few years I've been interested in trying grappling sports, and ended up settling on Jiu Jitsu after seeing its effectiveness in MMA. When I arrived for my first lesson, I was kind of nervous. I was expecting most of the students to be rough men who've been doing grappling sports their entire lives; I thought they were going to ragdoll me. I was pleasantly surprised to find that even the biggest and strongest guys were very nice, knew when to show restraint, and were always eager to help. The coaches at World Jiu Jitsu are full of positive energy, and create an atmosphere where students can have a good time, learn, and not feel like they're fighting to the death with every roll.Also, this stuff really works! I remember thinking I'd never stand a chance against some of the big guys, but after training for a few months, I now find myself offering legitimate resistance to people who would've flattened me when I first walked in. More...

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For the past three months I have been training at WJJA. The coaches take their time to get to know every student on a personal level. Training partners are humble and always willing to stay after to help you work out the little kinks in your Jiu Jitsu game. The gym is always clean. In the beginning I was hesitant to try Jiu Jitsu, but now three short months later I look forward to the nights when I get to train Jiu Jitsu. More...

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WJJ has become part of our lives, my daughter Bella (9 years) and I have been training for over a year and even though my family has a busy schedule Professor Anderson always keeps close eye on our progress and never let us get behind. Thanks Professor Anderson and Team for having a great place with awesome people. More...

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WJJ has become part of our lives, my daughter Bella (9 years) and I have been training for over a year and even though my family has a busy schedule Professor Anderson always keeps close eye on our progress and never let us get behind.

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I highly recommend World Jiu Jitsu Academy. They have great instruction and atmosphere. If you're ever in the area you should definitely check them out!

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Professor Jeremy runs an amazing academy. He is dedicated to his students and their success on and off the mat. Everyone in the Eden Prairie is lucky to have an incredible facility like World Jiu Jitsu Academy in their back yard!

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I’ve studied at a lot of different martial arts gyms and I can say from experience that this place is top notch. Fantastic instructors, super supportive and positive culture, and great facilities. Highly recommended.

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We have had our 7 yo and 9 yo boys coming for about half a year. They have a great time and are learning a lot. I am impressed how the coaches are able to keep a group of little kids interested and under control. Definitely recommend!

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Been training almost a year... Since day one Professor Anderson made feel like home. I had trained at a different academy previously and did noticed the difference right away. A secure friendly environment. It feel more like a family. And you are getting the training straight from the source, it is hard to find an academy who is run and teach by its owner. Professor Anderson is sound down to earth and will be there to detail techniques. I’m glad I found this academy and lucky to be part of this family. More...

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I own a martial arts training center and visited to take a look at their facility and their instructors. First off, the facility is one of the nicest, most well kept martial arts schools I have seen in a long time. In addition, the staff is extremely friendly and creates an environment that is very conducive to learning and fellowship. Their program is top notch in which they offer children's martial arts and grappling classes for adults. If you live in Eden Prairie and are looking for a great academy, give these folks a call. More...

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I have only been training for about five months, but jiu-jitsu at WJJA has already changed my life for the better. When I started training, the warm ups wore me out! Now I can roll with my training partners for the hour long marathon roll classes and come back for more. I have lost forty pounds, I constantly feel amazing, and have made a ton of friends. Professor Anderson is not only a world class athlete and grappler, but truly has a gift for teaching as well. It has been such an amazing experience that I have my six and ten year old daughters taking classes now and they love it. He truly makes the training fun while you learn valuable self defense. The gym is clean, the people you train with are truly a team that is there to help you grow, and all of the instructors are amazing. Don't put it off any longer. Start now! More...

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Awesome environment. I was really welcome by the staff and the whole team. Very clean mat, great classes and instructors and the programs aim Jiu-Jitsu not only as a Sport but also real life self-defense situations.

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If you're looking for a place to learn from knowledgeable and dedicated instructors and train with amazing partners, who make you feel like family from day one then World Jiu Jitsu Academy is for you!

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Love the atmosphere and humble training partners and teachers. Both my kids decided to start up and have loved it too!

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The staff and coaches are so friendly and passionate about Jiu Jitsu. A great place to practice!

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If you want to learn from one of the best grapplers in the country, come to World Jiu-jitsu Academy! As a NCAA National Champion Wrestler, IBJJF Pan American Jiu-Jitsu Champion, NAGA Champion, and Jiu-Jitsu Black belt Professor Anderson has the ability to take you to the next level. His 20+ years of grappling experience he brings to the mats is light years beyond most, and the curriculum he teaches will take you from white belt to champion if you make the commitment to his philosophy of 1% improvement everyday! He will make you a champion on and off the mat if you go all in! More...

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Great place with awesome instructor!

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There is no need to go to Brazil, when you can go to World Jiu Jitsu in Eden Prairie. I started at WjjA in October 2014, and have had a blast at every class. Professor Anderson is a world class instructor, who has created a structured system for the beginner as well as for the more advanced student to help them on their BJJ journey. The academy is clean, great mats, and the other students are awesome as well. More...

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I was a bit nervous before I entered the academy for the first time. I had no prior martial arts experience and had no idea how I would fare. Professor Anderson and the students made me feel very welcome from the start. Learning Jiu Jitsu (something completely out of my wheelhouse) has been a humbling and incredibly rewarding experience so far. Each time I go, it is one hour that completely frees my mind of any issues that might be swirling around in my noggin. It's my form of meditation. And I just received my first stripe on my white belt and cannot wait to continue my journey! More...

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I’m a 40+ year old, 9-5, family guy that’s been training at WJJA 3 – 4x / week for the last 7 months. On any given day a guy like me trains with young national champion wrestlers, a world combat submission grappling champion and many larger, stronger talented guys and I have never had any fear for my safety. That is not the case in all gyms and it comes straight from Professor Anderson and filters down to everyone else in the room. He has built in our gym a strong sense of community and a real team that trains together and looks to improve each other every day through safe but intense training.

Professor Anderson has not just the qualification to teach but also the ability to transfer that knowledge in easily grasped blocks that he links together in a movement chain.

The consistent training has allowed me to see significant improvements in my flexibility, strength and overall durability. I haven’t felt this good since I was just out of college! More...

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I loved every day that I trained at WJJ Academy! I progressed in earning stripes, but unfortunately I have had to take time away to work on myself on a strictly emotional level. However, I plan on returning to the Academy and Professor Anderson’s teaching, I just do not have an exact time set. When the time comes, I look forward to picking up where I left of training on the mats at WJJ Academy!! More...

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Can’t say enough good things about this place. I was fortunate enough to train here for two weeks while in town for work. The environment was friendly, welcoming, and safe, without a hint of ego . Their programs for both kids and adults are fantastic, and the instructors are equal parts passionate and knowledgeable. If you’re in the area and have been considering trying jiu-jitsu, wait no longer - you won’t regret going to World Jiu-Jitsu Academy! More...

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A supportive environment that helps improve health, confidence and self defense.

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Since August 2016, my 14 year old son started to attend the World Jiu Jitsu Academy and he is absolutely loving it. This is an amazing place for Kids of any age and Adults, as well, with any experience. Coach Anderson is wonderful. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, kind and most importantly caring person, he truly cares for all of his students. In the past, other places/sports we went to, owners or coaches did not even know all of their students by name, but WJJ, Jeremy knows everyone in person, all their strength & weaknesses and personalities, as well. He always inspires and motivates his students to do well & better in a positive way. He is always there and it makes me feel safe. I am a paranoid mom :-) but I trust him 100% with my kid. Everyone is very nice, friendly and respectful to each other. This program is wonderful and fun! In addition to fun, coach Anderson is teaching and training students all valuable life and BJJ skills.When my son started to take classes at the WJJ, he only attended 1-2 times per week, now he attends 3-4 times per week, never misses it and always supper excited to be there. Its a great training, workout place and over all an amazing school! I would highly recommend it to anyone!!! More...

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My 12 year old son loves World Jiu Jitsu and Professor Anderson. HE was a struggling youth wrestler when he started coming and Professor Anderson has been motivational for both jiu jitsu and wrestling. All wrestlers should try it!

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Awesome Academy!

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World Jiu Jitsu Academy is awesome. If you're thinking about starting a martial arts program, I highly recommend this gym. My first classes were highly individualized with a focus on self-defense and the promo rate can't be beat. Professor Anderson onboards new students to be very successful by sending emails with notes on etiquette, training and other helpful info for newbies. If you are out for a while, he sends check in emails and is very available and caring for all his students. The support at the gym is outstanding and when you join you instantly have a ton of new friends! I don't have experience with other martial arts gyms, but the level of support at WJJ is more than I've ever experienced with boutique fitness like yoga, barre, rowing, etc. Everyone takes a ton of personal responsibility but is super willing to help anyone else along the way!I've been with the gym for about six months and have seen huge improvements in my fitness level. I've also lost about 10 lbs during that time frame. I look forward to continuing this journey and perhaps competing in the future. More...

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My son has always been a very high energy child. He has also been bullied a lot in school this year. He has never shown much interest in conventional team sports, and with winter closing in, I knew I needed to find something quickly that would help with all of the above. That's when I found WJJ! We signed up for the trial and after the first class, we both knew this was exactly where he needed to be! The other students quickly accepted my son as part of the team. The kids high fived one another before and after training....such a positive and supportive environment! The other parents were welcoming, friendly, and supportive as well. We immediately signed on for a full year, and it was the best decision I have ever made! Since joining three months ago, I have seen my son change in many ways. He is more confident and is no longer afraid of bullies. He is learning to become a leader and a good team player. He is more respectful and does what I ask him to THE FIRST TIME!!! Instead of answering me by saying "Uh-huh" or "Sure", he now says, "Yes, Mom." He has even washed a sink full of dirty dishes by hand WITHOUT BEING ASKED! He is more focused and positive in school and is turning his homework in on time every time and is even answering the extra credit questions on his math tests! He is learning to set goals and is working hard to achieve them. Professor Anderson has created the perfect comprehensive program and we are so thankful to be part of the WJJ family! More...

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Incredible training environment. Everytime I go train at World Jiu Jitsu Academy I get an awesome workout and receive top notch coaching from some incredible instructors. Jeremy does a great job with structuring his classes, as well as setting up a variety of classes that allow you to train for different components of BJJ. Great place to train and get better! More...

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My 14 year old son has been training at World Jui Jitsu for a year now. Professor Anderson is a wonderful instructor. Very positive with lots of encouragement. Everyone in the gym is friendly and welcoming. My son loves it and has progressed quickly. More...

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I have so much fun in class, and I think it’s why I keep coming back. Professor Anderson knows how to bring the best out of his students, and has helped me find a drive that I didn’t know I had. Everyday after class all I can think about is when I can go back again! More...

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WJJ is the friendliest gym I've ever been to! They don't just teach about exercises and self-defense techniques, but skills that will be important for the rest of your life, even when you're not doing Jiu Jitsu. Professor is very kind and knowledgeable about what he does! He is great with every age group, especially kids! I've never met another professor that is a black-belt and still loves to train with all age groups. It's like one big family at WJJ, and I wouldn't want to go anywhere else to train! I recommend anyone, whether you're a beginner or you've been training for seven years, to come join World Jiu Jitsu! More...

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One could not ask for a better place to begin their journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I could never have imagined finding such a wondrous sense of belonging and companionship as the one that I have found at World Jiu-Jitsu Academy.

Professor Anderson is a coach, mentor, and motivator in every way both on and off the mat. The thing that really stands out about this gym, in comparison to others, is the undoubtedly genuine environment. You can see this in the way he goes above and beyond every single day and gives his all to teach and share what he loves in Jiu-Jitsu.

Classes are so well designed that sometimes I forget that I'm even training because of how much fun I am having with the people around me who I am so proud to call my teammates.

Any worries about starting to train are completely understandable, we've all been there, too. But trust me when I say that the second you walk through that door, the worries seem to just melt away because you can feel it in the air that you're in good hands. You've chosen the best of the best, by far.

Thank you so much, Professor, for everything you do! More...

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I love this gym! I've checked out other BJJ gyms in Minneapolis and this one by far is the friendliest. Great people who want to see you succeed. They are always looking out for you and have a heart of gold. The bonus is that you get in shape while learning some Bjj/self defense. Oh and a great perk is the coaches are a ton of fun with amazing skills! More...

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WJJ is a friendly and inclusive atmosphere, from the professors down to the newest students. I have attended many different classes and all experience levels will find themselves enjoying the daily lessons and the assortment of training partners. I can't recommend this school highly enough. You won't be disappointed with your visit here, and you might just find yourself joining the team! More...

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I had the privilege to train at World Jiu Jitsu Academy for one summer when I lived in Burnsville, MN. The culture cultivated at the Academy by Professor Anderson is second to none. The culture is welcoming, friendly, growth-focused, and competitive. The focus is on both the team and individual, which has helped me grow immensely as an individual. The teachings have also contributed to my growth as a professional. In recent visits to the Twin Cities area, I have carved out time in my schedule to train in at WJJA! If I were still living in the cities I would be training at World Jiu Jitsu Academy! More...

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WJJA is more than just a place to train. Jeremy Anderson is an awesome instructor, and he gives each of his students the utmost attention. WJJA is like a family, and everyone there works together to learn and have fun. It's a great place to train for all levels; from beginner to expert; and I highly recommend this gym for anyone even remotely interested in jiu jitsu. More...

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It is not often one walks into an unfamiliar environment and two hours later they call it home. This was the experience I had at World Jiu Jitsu Academy the first day I attended classes. I have been involved in wrestling for 24 years. I have wrestled on a number of different teams, and been in thousands of gyms around the country. I have never had an experience like I have had at World Jiu Jitsu Academy. I have made leaps and bounds physically, and athletically in a matter of weeks. Coach/Professor Anderson is one of the best coaches I have had the pleasure of being coached by. His passion for growing individuals as people and martial artist is second to none. If you are looking for a home, team or a family to have fun with while training hard come to World Jiu Jitsu Academy. I will see you there! More...

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