World-Class BJJ Training Just 10 Minutes East of Carrollton
Carrollton is one of the most family-oriented communities in the DFW suburbs — a city of well-kept neighborhoods, active parks, and parents who invest deeply in their children's development. It's also a city where a growing number of families have discovered that BTT North Dallas in Richardson is just a short, easy drive east. Whether you're raising kids who need an outlet that teaches real discipline, or you're an adult who wants to learn a legitimate martial art without the gym-bro atmosphere, BTT is close, accessible, and worth every minute of the commute.
BTT North Dallas — Richardson
670 N Coit Rd, Suite 2373
Richardson, TX 75080
From central or south Carrollton, take Belt Line Road east. Follow it all the way to Coit Road, then turn north. The academy is in the shopping center at the Coit and Arapaho intersection, a few minutes up on the right. Total drive from most of Carrollton: approximately 10 minutes.
From north Carrollton or near Old Denton Road, take I-635 east to the Coit Road exit and head north. Straightforward on-ramp access and no toll roads make this a stress-free option.
From the Dallas North Tollway corridor in Carrollton, take Arapaho Road east to Coit — the academy sits right at that intersection.
Word travels fast in family communities, and across Carrollton, BTT North Dallas has built a reputation as the academy worth driving to. It's not the closest gym in every direction, but it's the closest gym of this quality. Carrollton families come for the instructors, stay for the culture, and often end up with multiple family members training together. The 10-minute drive from Carrollton to Richardson feels shorter every time you go.
Whether you take Belt Line east to Coit, I-635 to Coit, or come down from Arapaho, there are several no-toll routes from Carrollton to the academy. No one route is complicated, and traffic on these corridors is predictable.
Professor Leonardo Machado is a 4th Degree Black Belt who has competed and won at the highest international level — 29+ gold medals. Professor Misty is a Pan American Champion. Coach Elion Reis brings additional depth and energy to every class. This is not a typical suburban martial arts school.
Carrollton is a city of families, and so is BTT. Little Axes (ages 4-7) and Strong Axes (ages 8-15) run on a schedule designed to work alongside school pickup and dinner routines. Many Carrollton parents train in the adult program while their kids are on the mat next door.
BTT is one of the most storied names in combat sports globally — the team that produced UFC champions and ADCC medalists. When Carrollton students train here, they join that lineage and learn directly from instructors who carry that tradition forward on every mat session.
Ages 4-7
Fun, safe introduction to BJJ through games and age-appropriate activities. Builds coordination, confidence, and discipline.
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Structured Gi & No-Gi training with competition opportunities. Develops grappling skills, mental toughness, and leadership.
Learn MoreAges 16+
Comprehensive training for all skill levels — beginners through advanced. Self-defense, sport BJJ, and competition prep.
Learn MoreBrazilian Top Team North Dallas in Richardson is the closest academy with a true championship pedigree to Carrollton. It's at 670 N Coit Rd, Suite 2373, Richardson, TX 75080 — roughly 10 minutes east via Belt Line Road or I-635, with no toll roads required from most Carrollton neighborhoods.
There are closer gyms geographically, but no gym closer to Carrollton has three black belt instructors — including a 4th Degree black belt with 29+ international gold medals and a Pan American Champion. The quality gap is significant.
Yes, and it's one of the most common setups at our academy. We have Little Axes for children ages 4 to 7, Strong Axes for ages 8 to 15, and Adult BJJ for anyone 16 and up. Carrollton families regularly drive over together — kids attend their class while a parent or guardian trains in the adult program at the same time.
The class schedule is built with family logistics in mind. After-school afternoon and early evening slots for kids overlap with adult class windows so the whole family can get on the mat in a single trip.
Absolutely. From west Carrollton, Belt Line Road runs east all the way to Coit Road — no toll required, no freeway entrance needed. Head east on Belt Line until you hit Coit, then north on Coit to Arapaho. The academy is in the shopping center on the right. It's a clean, surface-street route that most Carrollton families find simpler than any highway option.
If you're comfortable with I-635, that's the fastest option for south or central Carrollton — take it east to the Coit exit. But Belt Line works just as well for most of the city and often feels less stressful.
Getting started is simple. Every new student — adult or child — is welcome to try a free trial class before committing to anything. Call us at (214) 498-7437 or use the contact form on our website to schedule your trial.
Show up in comfortable athletic clothing. For adults, no gear is needed on day one. For kids, the same applies — we'll tell you what to bring after the trial class. No pressure, no sales pitch until you've had a chance to experience the training for yourself.
BTT North Dallas serves students from across the DFW metroplex with two convenient locations.
Book your free trial class at BTT North Dallas — just 10 minutes east of Carrollton on Belt Line or I-635. No experience needed.
Book Your Free TrialCall (214) 498-7437 • 670 N Coit Rd, Richardson TX
We'll reach out within 24 hours to get you scheduled. Welcome to BTT North Dallas.
