Underground Jiu-Jitsu, which first opened in Plano in 2021, is set to open a new location in Richardson later this year, owner Diego Santana confirmed. The academy offers programs for both kids and adults on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a form of martial art and self-defense.
“Our goal has always been to create a welcoming environment where students of all ages and experience levels can learn authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu while building confidence, discipline and community,” Santana said in an email.
The details
The kids’ classes, which are divided by age, focus on self-defense, anti-bullying awareness, confidence building and teamwork, Santana said.
For adults, Underground Jiu-Jitsu offers a beginner-friendly, 12-week fundamentals program as well as advanced classes for experienced practitioners.
Santana said Underground Jiu-Jitsu also offers women-only classes for women to learn self-defense, improve their fitness and train in a comfortable environment.
Looking ahead
Construction on the Richardson location is set to start in two weeks, with plans to open in early September, Santana said. The new facility will include over 2,000 square feet of mat space, bathrooms with showers, a sauna, a work and play area for kids and adults and a pro shop with uniforms and apparel.
“This move is especially meaningful to us personally. I have been a Richardson resident for the past eight years, and my wife Sydney has been a lifelong Richardson resident,” Santana said. “We’re incredibly excited to bring Underground Jiu Jitsu to the city where everything started for us and continue building a strong community through martial arts.”
