Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts for Cypress, TX
Ground Dwellers is Professor Eddie Avelar's academy on Louetta Rd. in Spring, an easy trip from Cypress on Spring-Cypress Road. Kids and adults train real Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, MMA, and Filipino stick fighting. Your first class is free.
Serving Cypress, TX
Real Martial Arts, a Short Drive from Cypress
Cypress is closer to real martial arts than most people realize. Spring-Cypress Road runs almost straight to our door, so training at Ground Dwellers fits into a Cypress schedule without a long haul.
You train the Carlos Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu system under Professor Eddie Avelar, a 4th-degree black belt with over 22 years on the mat, in a room where new students get brought in fast.
Whether you are near Towne Lake, Bridgeland, the Cypress ISD schools, or the Houston Premium Outlets, Spring-Cypress Road connects you to the academy.
Why Cypress Trains at Ground Dwellers
- Train the Real System: You learn the Carlos Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu method under a 4th-degree black belt, not a watered-down franchise version.
- Skills That Actually Work: This is technique that holds up against a resisting opponent. Control a bigger person, escape from the bottom, and stay calm under pressure.
- Real Community: People show up, train hard, and look out for each other. Nobody trains alone here, whether you are brand new or years in.
- Free First Class: No contracts, no sign-up fees. Come train a full class for free and decide from there.
Programs for Cypress Families
Kids Martial Arts (5+)
Confidence, Discipline, and Fun
Kids Jiu-Jitsu, ages 5+. Real self-defense, focus, and confidence in a class built for kids.
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Getting Here from Cypress
From Cypress, take Spring-Cypress Road east toward Spring, then a short hop to 7623 Louetta Rd. The route is direct and easy to build a routine around.
7623 Louetta Rd., Spring, TX 77379
What Our Members Say
Real reviews from real people on the mat.
The best all around place to train Brazilian jujitsu and grappling in Houston. Great training, good people to work with and a great facility. Eddie knows more about grappling than anyone I've ever met and I feel safe even having my kids train here.
This is an awesome gym! My husband and I joined to get fit, learn something new, and have fun and we have certainly enjoyed our experience here. Everyone we have met is very welcoming and friendly. Whether you're new or experienced, this gym is a great place to start or continue your martial arts journey. Highly recommend
Have trained at Ground Dwellers for years and never get tired of the community and vast knowledge! Does not matter what skill level or reason for wanting to train. Hobbyist, competition, or whatever. You can find what you need here and have fun doing it. The best gym and highly recommend
Coach Eddie is a fantastic instructor. Very knowledgeable and gave me a lot of valuable advice including tips on how to train off the mat. I was only visiting but would definitely come back next time I'm in town.
Awesome place. Made my pilgrimage to HQ. Had some great rolls with a variety of folks at all skill levels. Attended their open mat on a Saturday.
Cypress Martial Arts Questions
Everything you need before your first class.
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Cypress, Your First Class Is Free
Come train. Bring workout clothes and water. No contracts, no sign-up fees. Just show up and see for yourself.
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