Santa Fe, NM offers a vibrant environment for those seeking an active and balanced lifestyle. The city’s unique blend of natural beauty, culture, and wellness resources creates opportunities for year-round engagement. Residents and visitors can enjoy a community that values health, vitality, and connection with its surroundings.
Among the various options for fitness and martial arts, 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Santa Fe stands out as a highly-rated training center. Located at SECOND FLOOR, 1221 Flagman Way Ste B-1, Santa Fe, NM 87505, United States, it offers structured martial arts programs for kids, teens, and adults in a clean, welcoming facility.
A Jiu Jitsu training session at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Santa Fe.
What Makes 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Santa Fe Special?
With a 5.0 average across 100+ reviews, the school has garnered significant praise from its members. Here's a breakdown of what makes it a top choice:
- Expert Coaching: Members consistently praise the expert coaching provided at the facility.
- Friendly Training Partners: The gym fosters an inclusive culture.
- Inclusive Culture: The gym's culture helps beginners start confidently while giving experienced athletes technical depth and competition preparation.
Classes emphasize fundamentals, purposeful drilling, and steady conditioning so students build practical skill, confidence, and fitness that carry over off the mats. Sessions blend technique breakdowns, positional rounds, and controlled sparring to develop timing, strategy, and resilience.
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Training Approach
Beginners focus on stance, base, posture, grips, escapes, and high-percentage takedowns or entries; advanced students refine systems, troubleshoot positions, and prepare for tournaments through situational rounds and feedback.
Safety and etiquette come first; coaches promote partner care, tap-early habits, and clear communication to keep training sustainable and injury-aware. Memberships are straightforward, with guidance on Gi/No-Gi, striking gear, and class placement. Questions or want a trial?
Examples of Jiu Jitsu techniques taught at the academy.
Member Testimonials
Here are some insights from members who have trained at 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Santa Fe:
“A fun and awesome experience to learn and hone my grappling skills with awesome people! Having trained at various schools over the years, I can happily say that 10th Planet Santa Fe is my home gym. From the moment I walked in, Ruben's warm welcome made me feel like I had been part of the team for years. His prowess in Jiu Jitsu is matched only by his exceptional teaching abilities and willingness to share his knowledge. The entire 10th Planet team exemplifies skill and inclusivity, catering to practitioners of all levels. Coaches Ruben and Jen are knowledgeable, passionate and considerate.”
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“10th Planet Santa Fe was the first gym I trained jiu jitsu at, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. A great jiu jitsu school with awesome instruction, nice clean facilities and great students. Awesome coaches, great facility- couldn’t ask for a better experience! Best Jiu Jitsu gym in Santa Fe!! If you’re looking to train under a great professor, make good friends and get a great work out in for both body and mind I highly recommend you try this gym!!”
“If you're looking for a world class martial arts instructor that is invested in your martial arts growth than look no further. From the moment I walked in, Ruben was incredibly welcoming and made me feel like a crucial member of his team. His passion for teaching and the personalized tips helped me make adjustments that will take my skills to the next level. I travel and train all over the US and this is definitely one of the top experiences as far a customized learning and world class instructor.”
“I originally was planning on trying out a few different gyms before committing to one, during my temporary time in Santa Fe. But, went to one of Ruben's classes and already decided this was the one. I trained here for 6 months and truly had the best experience. Coach Ruben is an excellent teacher, always striving to give the best to his students. Everyone is very welcoming, Ruben gets to know each of his students, and has created a great family and community for Santa Fe. I will definitely return when I'm back in Santa Fe.”
“My kids LOVE it here. My boys have been in the sport before but this center has been different in the fact that they really inspire the kids to become a better version of themselves. My boys have really stepped into the responsibility of showing up and taking the classes seriously. The coaches there at 10p Santa Fe Ruben and Vincent are awesome. I enrolled my son for jiu jitsu and muay thai and he loves it. They’re so good with the kids and teach them about having character as well.”
“I have trained across the US at multiple gyms and I have to say 10th Planet Santa Fe is elite. Ruben and his wife offer cutting edge high level jiu-jitsu and a great family environment. They have a cohesive programming to develop people from beginner to advanced; which, is rare in the sport. This is one of my favorite BJJ schools. Ruben is an amazing coach - a master of the craft and super personable. The room has experienced folks, new people, guys and gals. A great place to start or develop as a practitioner.”
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“My son started at 10th Planet Santa Fe about a year and a half ago. We had a lot of big life transitions going on at that point and the coaches there provided such a tremendous positive experience for him--structure, fun, discipline, and camaraderie. It really helped him through the transition. I've trained with a lot of different high-level folks, and Ruben & the team here are among the best.”
“Been 7 months since I started training at 10th Planet Santa Fe and feel super lucky to have found this school after relocating. Everyone training at the school is welcoming and supportive which fosters a safe training environment and a perfect learning atmosphere. I'd also like to highlight Sensei Ruben's commitment to every one of his student's development on and off the mat. Highly recommend 10p santa fe. I had such a great time training here. Very welcoming environment, friendly community atmosphere. Ruben is a great instructor as well- each class is super focused and he does an excellent job of explaining the tiny details as simply as possible. I started here with no background in martial arts and i have learned so much about jiujitsu. I love the engaging environment that Sensei Ruben and his fellow coaches creates when teaching. I did my first tournament 6 months in and it was a great experience with the help of Sensei Ruben and my fellow classmates. I can’t say enough good things about Ruben. I first met Ruben when he was coaching out of 10th Planet Orange County, and even though it has been 3 years since he and his family relocated to Sante Fe, his name still comes up regularly in class. Both from the other coaches, and students, that he positively impacted. His classes and method of instructions is concise, and very meaningful. The most improvement in my jiujitsu over the shortest amount of time occurred during my time with Ruben, and my only regret is that I didn’t have more time with him.”
Other Fitness Options in Santa Fe
While 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Santa Fe is a top choice for martial arts, here are other highly-rated fitness options in Santa Fe:
- Undisputed: Offers CrossFit, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, Self Defense, and Strongman classes. Rating: 5.0/5 stars (43 reviews). Address: 1221 Flagman Way Ste B-1, Santa Fe, NM 87505, United States.
- Railyard Fitness: Provides a premier training experience with capped membership. Rating: 4.8/5 stars (75 reviews). Address: 703 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe, NM 87501, United States.
- Santa Fe Community Yoga: A non-profit studio dedicated to holistic well-being through yoga and mindfulness. Rating: 5.0/5 stars (29 reviews). Address: 3229 Richards Ln Unit B, Santa Fe, NM 87507, United States.
- YogaSource Santa Fe: Offers over 40 weekly classes online and in-person. Rating: 4.7/5 stars (26 reviews). Address: 901 W San Mateo Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505, United States.
- High Five Zip Line: Features five dual ziplines with thrilling adventures and views. Rating: 4.7/5 stars (29 reviews). Address: 35 NM-50, Glorieta, NM 87535, United States.
- Santa Fe Mountain Adventures: Offers guided hikes, biking trips, 4x4 tours, and cultural excursions. Rating: 5.0/5 stars (18 reviews). Address: 2204 Brothers Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505, United States.
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