Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premier Martial Arts Training in El Paso
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu El Paso has been a premier martial arts training facility since 2005. Founded as an official affiliate of Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu, we specialize in no-gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and wrestling. Our 3,200 sq ft facility offers comprehensive programs for adults and children, emphasizing technical proficiency, mental discipline, and physical fitness. Led by experienced instructors including 10th Planet Black Belt Cristobal 'Kitto' Chavez, our team brings decades of competitive experience from organizations like King of the Cage and Combate Americas.We provide fundamentals, advanced, and competition-focused classes designed to develop practical self-defense skills and competitive athletes. Our curriculum integrates yoga for flexibility and injury prevention, alongside structured kids' programs that build confidence and decision-making. With convenient East Side location off Lee Trevino Drive, we serve El Paso's martial arts community through structured training and tournament preparation.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Muay Thai
MMA Training
Kids Classes
Competition Prep
Wrestling
Yoga
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 3,200 sq ft of dedicated training space with professional equipment
- Our instructors include 10th Planet Black Belts with professional fight records
- We provide structured programs for ages 5+ with 2:1 student-coach ratios
- Our curriculum combines technical mastery with mental discipline development
- We emphasize practical self-defense applications in all martial arts disciplines
Associations and certifications
- Eddie Bravo's 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program develops technical proficiency in ground fighting techniques. Fundamental classes focus on muscle memory development for beginners, while advanced sessions refine competition strategies. The curriculum emphasizes positional control, submission techniques, and adaptive problem-solving under pressure.
Muay Thai
Muay Thai instruction covers the 'art of eight limbs' with emphasis on striking techniques. Classes develop striking precision, defensive footwork, and conditioning. Training includes clinch work, knee strikes, and elbow techniques applicable to both self-defense and competition scenarios.
Kids Classes
Structured martial arts programs for children aged 5+. Focuses on safe self-defense fundamentals, character development, and physical coordination. Classes maintain a 2:1 student-coach ratio to ensure personalized attention and proper technique development in a controlled environment.
Competition Prep
Specialized training for competitive athletes focusing on tournament strategies and match psychology. Includes live scenario drills, rule-specific preparation, and performance analysis. Designed for competitors in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and Muay Thai divisions at local and national levels.
Wrestling
Wrestling instruction develops effective takedown techniques and defensive positioning. Curriculum covers both offensive and defensive strategies applicable to mixed martial arts and grappling competitions. Emphasizes mat control and transitional movements between standing and ground fighting positions.
People
Cristobal Chavez
Owner/Moon Head Coach
10th Planet Black Belt under Eddie Bravo and Master Victor Davila since 2016. Professional fighter with multiple promotions including King of the Cage and Combate Americas. Leads advanced instruction and competition development at El Paso's premier facility.
Sammy
Fundamentals Coach
Specializes in foundational Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction. Has trained consistently since 2010 after initial MMA self-defense exploration. Focuses on technical development for beginners and competition preparation for developing athletes.
JD
Kids/Morning Coach
Brown belt instructor since 2021 with extensive tournament experience. Develops youth curriculum emphasizing safety, confidence building, and technical fundamentals. Promotes competitive participation while maintaining age-appropriate training methodologies.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you offer?
We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, wrestling, and yoga. All programs follow the 10th Planet system developed by Eddie Bravo.
What age groups do you accept?
We accept students aged 5 and older for kids' classes, with adult programs for all experience levels from beginner to professional athletes.
Do you offer competition preparation?
Yes, we provide specialized competition training with experienced coaches who have professional fight records in multiple organizations.
What facility amenities do you have?
Our 3,200 sq ft facility includes dedicated mat space, punching bags, and all necessary training equipment for comprehensive martial arts instruction.
Are there experienced instructors?
Our team includes 10th Planet Black Belts with professional fight experience and certified coaches specializing in different martial arts disciplines.
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