Pura Vida BJJ & MMA

Pura Vida BJJ & MMA A family-friendly martial arts academy helping kids build confidence, discipline, and self-esteem. We have students that train with us to learn self defense.
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Through mixed martial arts your child will learn real anti-bullying skills in a safe, supportive environment while becoming stronger on and off the mats. "We teach a style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu we studied under our Professor, Henry Matamoros - a Pedro Sauer 3rd degree black belt. Our system is a free flowing, open guard based system we apply specifically for MMA. We teach a simplified and fun ver

sion of our style in our children's program, where we teach our kids self defense, and more importantly, self confidence. At our Milwaukee Jiu Jitsu and MMA Gym, we teach a unique striking style catered to our MMA fighters. It is a blend of traditional Dutch style kickboxing, Muay Thai, and techniques and concepts we've learned and apply when we compete in MMA. We have students that really love the martial arts. We have students who join with their own fitness goals in mind. Some of our students really enjoy the competition side of our martial arts. We have a strong professional and amateur competitive fight team. We travel around the country participating in MMA events. We are active on the local level, including our own promotion, and on the national level on televised cards. Our gym name and gym motto is "Pura Vida." The direct translation is Pure Life, but the more accurate translation is "Good Life." We teach it, we live it, and we want to share it with you." If you're in or near Milwaukee, Wisconsin check out our fight club!

09/03/2026

All levels cardio kickboxing every Tuesday & Thursday 5pm to 6pm.

08/28/2026

Back to school. Back to routines. And back to the mats. 🥋📚

Give your kids an after-school activity they’ll actually look forward to. At Pura Vida, kids build confidence, learn new skills, stay active, and have a whole lot of fun along the way.

Kids Jiu-Jitsu + Kickboxing
📍 Milwaukee, WI
🥋 First class FREE

Come see why kids love to train at Pura Vida.

🥇 GOLD FOR RICO 🥇Big weekend for one of our own! Rico brought home GOLD in the Brown Belt Heavyweight division at IBJJF ...
08/09/2026

🥇 GOLD FOR RICO 🥇

Big weekend for one of our own! Rico brought home GOLD in the Brown Belt Heavyweight division at IBJJF Chicago this weekend. 🔥

A well-earned win and an awesome showing on the competition mats. Congratulations, Rico! 👏🥋

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08/07/2026

🩸 IT’S TIME!

TODAY IS THE DAY! 🩸

Today, YOU can help save someone’s life. ❤️
Be a HERO. 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

Walk in and donate blood today!

📍 Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
4125 N. Richards St., Milwaukee, WI
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM

No appointment? Walk-ins are welcome!
💪 Give a little. Help a lot. Save a life.

Hard work rewarded.Congratulations to everyone who earned stripes and new belts at class tonight. Keep showing up, keep ...
07/10/2026

Hard work rewarded.

Congratulations to everyone who earned stripes and new belts at class tonight. Keep showing up, keep learning, and keep growing.

Pura Vida BJJ & MMA is Proud to Partner with Versiti Blood Center of WisconsinAt Pura Vida, we believe that being strong...
07/07/2026

Pura Vida BJJ & MMA is Proud to Partner with Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin

At Pura Vida, we believe that being strong isn’t just about what happens on the mats it’s about showing up for our community when it matters most.

We are honored to announce our partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin as we host a community blood drive on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Pura Vida BJJ & MMA.

Every blood donation has the potential to save multiple lives, and with just a small amount of your time, you can make an incredible difference for patients and families throughout Wisconsin.

Whether you’re a member of Pura Vida, a friend, a family member, or someone looking for a meaningful way to give back, we invite you to join us. You don’t have to train at our academy to participate everyone in our community is welcome.

Blood Drive Details

Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pura Vida BJJ & MMA

Together, we can make a real impact. Let’s come together as a community, support those in need, and show that the Pura Vida family extends far beyond our gym walls.

We look forward to seeing you there and thank you for helping us save lives one donation at a time.

Register by clicking on the link below

https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11643155

Pura Vida BJJ & MMA is Proud to Partner with Versiti Blood Center of WisconsinAt Pura Vida, we believe that being strong...
07/07/2026

Pura Vida BJJ & MMA is Proud to Partner with Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin

At Pura Vida, we believe that being strong isn't just about what happens on the mats it's about showing up for our community when it matters most.

We are honored to announce our partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin as we host a community blood drive on Friday, August 7, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Pura Vida BJJ & MMA.

Every blood donation has the potential to save multiple lives, and with just a small amount of your time, you can make an incredible difference for patients and families throughout Wisconsin.

Whether you're a member of Pura Vida, a friend, a family member, or someone looking for a meaningful way to give back, we invite you to join us. You don't have to train at our academy to participate everyone in our community is welcome.

Blood Drive Details

Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pura Vida BJJ & MMA

Together, we can make a real impact. Let's come together as a community, support those in need, and show that the Pura Vida family extends far beyond our gym walls.

We look forward to seeing you there and thank you for helping us save lives one donation at a time.

Register by clicking on the link below

https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11643155

06/24/2026

06/21/2026

Congratulations to all our competitors who competed at Grappling Industries this weekend.

Address

4125 N Richards Street
Milwaukee, WI
53212

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

+14148850003

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