11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Apple Valley, MN. Classes for Kids 3+ and Adults
11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
11/25/2025
Normal schedule Monday through Wednesday.
Happy Thanksgiving!
11/11/2025
Rio Jitsu will host an open mat on Veterans Day in benefit of
Because we want to reach as many people as possible, we will have not only our regular BJJ open mat, but also a Judo open mat, with Sensei .peterson.526 leading.
10/31/2025
🎃 Monsters, ninjas, and even a Coach Joao costume! 👻
What an amazing Halloween party with our Rio Jitsu crew and their parents and siblings! So much fun, energy, and awesome costumes!
Big thanks to all the families for making it a day to remember! 🧡
09/03/2025
📚✏️ Back to school means back to routines! And what better routine than training together on the mats?
Our coaches are here to cheer your kids on, help them build confidence, and make sure they have fun while staying active this school year.
🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Kids 3+
🥋Judo for Kids 6+
🎉 First week free for new students
Let’s start the school year strong! Contact us today to save your spot!
[email protected]
riojitsu.com
Apple Valley, MN
07/09/2025
Professor Vinicius Marinho is a 4th Degree Black Belt and has an extensive experience not only as a coach, but also as a competitor. He will be coming to Minnesota for a few weeks in July and will be integrating our team of coaches by November. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and learn from him on July 26th!
Email [email protected] or DM us to save your spot!
05/21/2025
This Saturday, Rio Jitsu will be hosting an open mat in benefit of
We Defy is a nonprofit that provides BJJ scholarships to combat veterans coping with military connected disabilities. At Rio Jitsu, we truly believe that BJJ can change and save lives, and we proudly host these events to support, fundraise and increase the reach of We Defy not only in Minnesota, but across the country.
You can also find the link to donate in our bio.
05/07/2025
Our Daytime Kids class is growing! Bring your homeschooled children to learn Jiu-Jitsu and have a lot of fun at Rio Jitsu. For kids 5 to 12 years old. Your first week is on us!
6950 146th Street W. #118
Apple Valley, MN
[email protected]
riojitsu.com
03/20/2025
AJ got second place today in his division at PanAms! After a few years trying, he achieved the goal to be on the podium! More than that, fought a final! We are proud of you for not giving up, for your hard work and dedication! Way to go, AJ! Congratulations!
02/19/2025
Families, save the date!
Our 1st Belt and Stripe Promotion of 2025 will happen on March 10th, at 5pm.
This promotion ceremony is for Kids 1, Kids 2 and Teens only. No Adults and Little Kids at this time!
02/16/2025
Hard work, heart, and hustle! Our kids showed up, fought hard, and made us proud at the last competition. Win or learn, they’re growing every step of the way!
📸 and parents!
01/13/2025
Rio Jitsu will start a daytime kids class, designed for homeschoolers!
It’s a great opportunity to engage in a fun activity and to meet new friends. Classes will start on February 3rd and will happen every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30am. Kids age 6 to 12 years old.
Want an extra perk? You can train at the same time as your child/children on our Adults All Levels class. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30am.
Contact us today to save your spot and get a free week trial!
riojitsu.com
[email protected]
(952)388-1799