Mask and JACN baseball bat mural inside a black and red martial arts room

Chandler, Arizona • Inside MDE Athletics

Desert Boa Jiu Jitsu

Chill, community-focused Brazilian jiu jitsu for kids and adults in Chandler. We train hard, keep it welcoming, and push each other to get better.

What we train

Good people. Chill room. Real progress.

Desert Boa is built around community, self defense, discipline, respect, and steady improvement. New students can ask questions, experienced students get pushed, and everyone helps raise the level of the room.

Coach

Learn from Joao Camilo.

Joao Camilo is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt and former MMA fighter who loves teaching his skills, helping new students build confidence, and creating a strong community on the mats.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt Former MMA Fighter Community-Focused Coaching
Coach Joao Camilo Gray gi, black belt with red rank bar, and Desert Boa mask on jiu jitsu mats
01

Adult gi training

Monday through Thursday at 6pm, focused on posture, escapes, guard work, passing, and submissions.

02

Friday no-gi

Friday at 6pm, with technical drilling and live training for students who want sharper grappling.

03

Kids classes

Kids classes are offered for young students to build confidence, discipline, movement, and self defense.

First class

Show up, learn, and get welcomed in.

Your first class is simple: bring water, athletic clothes, and a good attitude. If you have a gi, bring it Monday through Thursday. Friday is no-gi.

No pressure New people can move at their pace.
Good rounds We train hard and keep it respectful.
Real self defense Build confidence, discipline, and control.

Arizona home

Chandler roots. Black belt standards.

MDE Athletics gives the program a strong home base: easy parking, strength-and-conditioning energy, and a clean space where the team can train hard without losing the community feel.

Arizona silhouette wrapped with a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt

Adults

Gi during the week. No-gi on Friday.

Adult classes start at 6pm. The room is chill, but the training is honest: clean technique, hard work, and teammates who push each other forward.

Kids

Confidence, discipline, and movement.

Kids classes are offered for young students who need a positive place to learn self defense, respect, and focus while having fun on the mats.

Start training

Adult classes start at 6pm

Monday-Thursday

Gi classes

  • Adult class at 6:00pm
  • Bring a gi if you have one
  • Beginners are welcome
Friday

No-gi class

  • Adult class at 6:00pm
  • Wear rashguard or athletic gear
  • Technical rounds and live training
Youth program

Kids classes offered

Ask about current kids class times, age ranges, and what to bring for a first visit.

Location

Train at MDE Athletics in Chandler.

311 East Chilton Drive
Chandler, Arizona 85225

Call 480-433-9931, reach out on Instagram, or use directions below.

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