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Community
Self-Defense

ABOUT

THIRD WARD

JIU-JITSU

Third Ward Jiu-Jitsu is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Houston, TX. Our mission is to provide affordable, inclusive self-defense to the Third Ward community. 

WELCOME 

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We strive to offer comprehensive self-defense programs that empower people of all physical abilities. 

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We proudly welcome the LGBTQ community.

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PUBLICATIONS

AWARDS

April 20, 2025 - NBC News
LGBTQ people find confidence and community in self-defense classes

 

November 13, 2024 - Axios Houston

Third Ward gym empowers LGBTQ+ community with self-defense

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October 8, 2024 - Outsmart Magazine

Third Ward Jiu-Jitsu: An inclusive community resource for self-defense training.
 

September 6, 2023​ - Houston Landing

Texas consistently leads the nation in attacks on trans people. Here’s how Houstonians are fighting back.
 

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2024 Best Gym - Outsmart Gayest & Greatest Readers' Choice Awards

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2024 Grant recipient - Better Fight Fellowship

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2023 Grant recipient - Better Fight Fellowship

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2021 Grant recipient - BJJ Fanatics

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