
№ 02 — ABOUT THE ACADEMY
The #1 Martial Arts Academy in Grand Prairie, Texas. Built on camaraderie and hard work — for every age, every belt, every student.
Our Story
Vasquez Jiu-Jitsu is built on camaraderie and hard work. We welcome martial artists of every experience level and age — by instilling perseverance, BJJ becomes a tool for personal improvement in every part of your life.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu challenges you to adapt, persevere, and grow. At Vasquez Jiu-Jitsu, students develop strength, confidence, and discipline in a supportive culture. For high-quality BJJ in Grand Prairie, Texas, this is where your journey begins.
—— WHAT WE STAND FOR
Everything we teach is rooted in five non-negotiables that guide how we train and how we treat each other.
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Show up. Train hard. Repeat. Discipline on the mat translates directly into success off it.
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Every training partner — every belt, every body type, every background — gets respect from the moment they bow in.
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BJJ is a team sport disguised as an individual one. Our culture lifts every student up — beginner through Black Belt.
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Confidence is earned, not given. Every round you survive — and every one you don't — builds the real thing.
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Real-world skills. Practical positions. Pressure-tested rounds. What you learn here actually works.
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You get tapped. You learn. You come back tomorrow. Jiu-Jitsu teaches you to lose well — and rise faster.
Our staff is the secret to our students' success. A team of highly experienced, dedicated Black Belt instructors passionate about sharing their craft and developing the next generation of martial artists.
Coach Vasquez is a 1st Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and one of Grand Prairie's most accomplished Jiu-Jitsu instructors. His main focus is to help every student use the lessons of Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for personal development — to become better individuals and reach any goal they set for themselves. His own journey began in July 2012 at 18 years old under Professor Danny Alvarez out of Arlington, TX. Not long after stepping on the mats, he committed himself to the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle and the goal of one day running his own academy. Coach Vasquez earned his Black Belt on July 11, 2020 at age 26 — promoted from white belt to Black solely under the tutelage of Professor Alvarez. He has never taken a significant amount of time off the mats since the beginning of his journey, a testament to his dedication to the craft.
Diego Vasquez is a full-time Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach, competitor, and co-owner of Vasquez Jiu-Jitsu. Born into a culture built on hard work and discipline, Diego brings intensity, leadership, and authenticity to every class he teaches. As an active athlete, he trains and competes regularly — ensuring his coaching stays modern, practical, and battle-tested. His teaching style emphasizes pressure, timing, and problem-solving, helping students develop real confidence on the mats, not just memorized techniques. Diego is passionate about building strong competitors while also mentoring students of all levels. Whether he's coaching kids to believe in themselves or preparing adults for competition, his focus remains the same: growth through accountability, consistency, and grit. For Diego, Jiu-Jitsu isn't just a sport — it's a vehicle for building disciplined, resilient individuals both on and off the mats.
From white belt to black belt, Coaches Jorge and Diego have spent more than a decade refining their craft and testing their skills in high-level competition. Now, Diego’s journey into MMA brings a new level of experience, perspective, and real-world application to the academy—adding another dimension to the training at Vasquez Jiu-Jitsu. Here’s a look at some of the podium finishes and competitive experiences that shaped the coaches they are today.
№ 03 · Step Into the Legacy
10+ Years on These Mats
You've read about the coaches. You've seen the values. Now step inside the room that's been forging stronger people for over a decade — one free week, one team, one decision.
Real Community
Lifetime Skill
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№ 05 — VISIT THE ACADEMY
Centrally located on East Main Street — easy to reach from Arlington, Irving, Dallas, Fort Worth, Mansfield, and the entire DFW Metroplex. Free parking, walk-in welcome.

Grand Prairie's #1 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy. Adult & kids classes, Gi and No-Gi, seven days a week.
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