MIDLAND

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSUMIXED MARTIAL ARTS

Elite training for all levels — BJJ, No-Gi & MMA in Midland, Texas.

Programs

CHOOSE YOURPATH

BJJ GI

BJJ GI

Technique, control and precision

Discover the gentle art. Build patience, strategy, and technical precision with traditional gi training for self-defense and competition.

Fundamentals and advanced techniques
Better physical and mental conditioning
Strong community and discipline

KIDS & YOUTH PROGRAMS

Kids & Youth Programs

Our Kids & Youth classes build confidence, focus, discipline, and respect through age-appropriate Jiu Jitsu training. Students learn real technique, anti-bullying awareness, and leadership habits in a structured environment designed for growth on and off the mats. Programs available for ages 4 and up.

VETERAN & LEO PROGRAMS

Veteran and law enforcement training programs

We proudly support veterans and law enforcement with scholarship opportunities and a mission-driven training environment focused on resilience, stress management, and practical grappling. As a certified C4C PJJ training center, we provide a trusted community where service members can continue to sharpen mindset, fitness, and real-world readiness.

Location

FIND US IN MIDLAND, TEXAS

4612 Billingsley Blvd, Midland, TX 79705

Our Coaches

TRAIN WITH EXPERIENCE

Meet the coaching team guiding our adults and kids programs with proven instruction, structure, and real mat experience.

Owner & Head Instructor

Brad "Gordinho" Barnes
Professor Maddy Fernandez
Professor Chip Cole
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Brad "Gordinho" Barnes

Brad 'Gordinho' Barnes is the owner and head instructor of Midland BJJ & MMA. Since starting in 2001, he has coached high-level MMA athletes, earned his BJJ black belt at the 2015 Masters World Championships, and built one of the key martial arts programs in West Texas. A 9-year law enforcement veteran and C4C PJJ adjunct instructor, his coaching emphasizes practical control, real-world self-defense, and law-enforcement-ready jiu jitsu.

Testimonials

WHAT THEYSAY ABOUT US

5.0
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Midland BJJ & MMA · Texas
Great gym and coaches! Has been such an integral component for my husbands mental and physical health. If you are in law enforcement also, I highly encourage adding this to your training regimen; and if youve ever thought about trying jiu jitsu out period — give them a try! Great kiddos class as well!
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Erika Truex

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YOUR JOURNEYSTARTS HERE

No experience required. Walk in as a beginner, walk out as part of the tribe. Every champion was once a contender who refused to give up.

Location

4612 Billingsley Blvd, Midland, TX 79705

Hours

Mon-Fri 6am-9pm • Sat 8am-2pm

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