San Antonio Grappling Academy
Finding Purpose Through Pressure
Welcome To
San Antonio Grappling Academy
Welcome to San Antonio Grappling Academy – a modern, clean Jiu Jitsu academy! Here, our academy culture fosters a learning environment where students are supported and provided a personal touch to training as they build confidence on and off the mat. Students continue to progress as they build up their discipline, work ethic, respect among other traits as they also improve their health and fitness. This comes with our emphasis on teaching the modern techniques and fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu. The modernized philosophy, along with high quality instruction, from high-level competitors, provides students the best training experience possible to reach their personal goals. Come join our San Antonio based Jiu Jitsu community and see what you are truly capable of!
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We invite everyone to get started in the world of Jiu Jitsu. Come join us with a free Jiu Jitsu class to begin your journey. Sign up now and see what we have to offer you at San Antonio Grappling Academy!
Who We Are at
San Antonio Grappling Academy
Our School
Our main goal is to instill confidence in our students. This is the greatest gift Jiu Jitsu has to offer. We are driven to build the best version of students both on and off the mat through a modern approach, valuing personal progress and highly-detailed training. This provides a well-rounded experience, with different techniques and positions as well as modern, innovative approaches to training that many gyms haven’t caught up to. Everything we have to offer – from years of experience to a newfound perspective – creates a truly unique experience. We give you the tools and support you need to thrive. From there, you can use Jiu Jitsu however you wish! Dive into the world of Jiu Jitsu with enthusiasm and determination and find your true potential at San Antonio Grappling Academy!
History
Stephan Gristina and Trinity Pun created San Antonio Grappling Academy in 2025 with multiple goals in mind. First, they aimed to build a strong community that focuses on our members progressing and feeling comfortable training. Secondly, they set out to build a team of strong competitors.
The two grapplers have each spent over a decade in Jiu Jitsu and have worked to refine their craft for their students. Their work together and teaching for years – including Trinity’s time learning under John Danaher and Gordon Ryan – has helped them create their modern style of training. They hope to use all their experiences to help students work hard and overcome life’s limitations and challenges.
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Are you ready to join us on a membership at San Antonio Grappling Academy? Then be sure to fill out our membership form for more details!
What Sets Us Apart
San Antonio Grappling Academy brings the best Jiu Jitsu teaching style to the mats. With our new-school teaching approach, inclusive culture, and student-focus training, everyone can thrive. Take a look below to see what makes us special!
We have fully embraced a new style of Jiu Jitsu teaching – Constraint-Led Approach. This allows students to maximize their time on the mats rolling, rather than constant drilling. Students are able to find their own strengths and style in Jiu Jitsu as opposed to following a cookie-cutter system.
Coach Stephan and coach Trinity bring years of competitive experience to the mats. Their time in different promotions and countless bouts gives students another perspective to help their sport Jiu Jitsu skills grow.
We don’t just have active Jiu Jitsu classes at San Antonio Grappling Academy. There are high-level athletes who come in and help run seminars to show you new aspects of Jiu Jitsu.
We don’t just have active Jiu Jitsu classes at San Antonio Grappling Academy. There are high-level athletes who come in and help run seminars to show you new aspects of Jiu Jitsu.
We don’t just have active Jiu Jitsu classes at San Antonio Grappling Academy. There are high-level athletes who come in and help run seminars to show you new aspects of Jiu Jitsu.
It is important that all our students have confidence in themselves. Through skill progression, uplifting instruction, and personal growth, our students gain a new sense of internal belief while training with us.
words from our community
San Antonio Grappling is a great academy for everyone looking for Jiu Jitsu training. Our modern, clean academy allows students to train under the best guidance possible. In addition to our modernized approach, our culture provides a welcoming environment for everyone to shine. And don’t just listen to us. Check out what those in our community have to say about what makes us a home for you!
“San Antonio Grappling Academy is a 10/10. Highly recommended for anyone serious about learning, improving, and being part of a great community.”
“Great facility, great trainers. The trainers and experienced members were very welcoming to me as someone who is brand new to the sport. The only place I’d recommend for newbies.”
“I’m convinced the future of the sport looks exactly like what’s offered here. I couldn’t be happier to have found this gym and I highly recommend it!”
“Great spot. High level instructors and lots of friendly training partners. The place looks and feels clean and is also pretty classy looking. Highly recommend.”
“From what I can tell, the team seems very welcoming and passionate about helping students grow. Wishing them continued success!”
Our Academy Schedule!
Want to find the best time to get started in Jiu Jitsu classes with us?
Then be sure to check out our class schedule and sign up today!
Contact Us!
Every day we work to be the best Jiu Jitsu academy in San Antonio we can be for the community. You can find us on NW Military Hwy, close to where it intersects with Lockhill-Selma!