Train smarter in Mexico City
Practical guides for training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA and boxing in Mexico City — whether you live here or you're just visiting.
Training BJJ in Mexico City: a traveler's guide
Planning a trip and want to keep rolling? Here's how to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Mexico City, from neighborhoods to etiquette.
Read article → Travel · BJJDrop-in etiquette: how to be a great guest
Traveling and training at a new gym? A few simple habits make you welcome anywhere. Here's the etiquette every visiting grappler should know.
Read article → Muay ThaiWhat to bring to your first Muay Thai class
Nervous about your first session? Here's exactly what to wear, what to bring, and what happens once you're there.
Read article → BJJ · LineageThe Renzo Gracie lineage in Mexico
Why does lineage matter in Jiu-Jitsu? The story of Mexico's first Gracie black belt and the direct line from the Gracie family to the mats in Condesa.
Read article → Travel · CondesaTraining in Condesa: a neighborhood guide
Why Condesa is the best base for a training trip to Mexico City — mats, tacos, parks and recovery, all within a walk.
Read article → Getting StartedMuay Thai vs BJJ: which should you start with?
Striking or grappling? A beginner's comparison by goal — and why the smartest answer is often to train both.
Read article →Ready to get on the mats?
Book your free trial day and try any class at MD Condesa, right next to Parque México.
The free day is for people living in Mexico City. Visiting? You can still book, your class is just charged at the drop-in rate.