Grow stronger, together.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Machida Karate for kids, teens, and adults in Queen Creek and San Tan Valley. People come to us for self-defense, to get in shape, and to give their kids confidence — and they stay for the people. Start with a free class.
There are plenty of martial arts academies in Queen Creek now. Here's what makes us different.
Founded and run by a U.S. Army combat veteran. The discipline, respect, and family-first culture are real — not a franchise slogan.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and authentic Machida Karate (certified under Sensei Chinzo Machida) under one roof. Train one — or both.
No long-term contracts, no annual fees, no testing or belt-promotion fees, and no mandatory uniform purchase. Just come train.
Small enough that every student is a name, not a number — real attention from coaches who learn your goals and your kids by name.
Train one or train both. No experience needed — beginners, families, and lifelong athletes all train here, at every age and every level.
Leverage over strength. We teach gi for every age and no-gi for teens and adults — real self-defense and a full-body workout, with the curriculum and standard set by Coach Rhett, a black belt under Carlos Farias whose lineage runs straight back to the Gracie family.
Authentic Machida Karate — Coach Rhett is a black belt certified directly under Sensei Chinzo Machida. Striking, real self-defense, and the discipline and focus that carry off the mat, in a belt curriculum kids can climb.
Confidence, focus, and the skills to stay safe. Our kids learn to be protectors, not bullies, woven through both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Machida Karate.
Belts and trophies are the byproduct. These are the point.
Real technique, pressure-tested against someone trying to stop you. We teach the details step by step, not theory you can't use when it counts.
You earn your rank by showing up and doing the work. No shortcuts, no bought belts, no participation trophies.
Composure under pressure, respect for the people across from you, and the confidence to carry yourself well off the mat.
Coach Rhett served in the U.S. Army as a Field Artilleryman, and deployed as an Infantryman with the 1st Infantry Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He runs Patriot on the Army’s own leadership standard — Be, Know, Do: be a person of character, know your craft and keep sharpening it, and do the work while lifting up the people training next to you.
Most academies bury the real cost in fees and lock-ins. We put it on the table.
Stay because it's working, not because you're locked in.
No surprise charge hitting your card every spring.
You earn your rank. We don't charge you to receive it.
Buy gear if you want it — never because you have to.
Coach Rhett sets the curriculum and the standard for every class on the mat.
Parents and kids train under one roof, one schedule.
William “Rhett” Sandoval has trained in martial arts for over 40 years and holds black belts in four disciplines. He is an IBJJF certified Black Belt under Carlos Farias, and earned his Machida Karate black belt directly under Sensei Chinzo Machida.
In 2000 he joined the U.S. Army as a Field Artilleryman, and deployed as an Infantryman with the 1st Infantry Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom — earning the Combat Action Badge before his honorable discharge in 2006. He runs Patriot on one idea: train people the way you'd want your own family trained.
Gold — 2024 & 2025 Veterans Breakthrough, Master Black Belt Super Fight · Multiple-time AZ State BJJ Champion, Black Belt · AZBJJF Top-3 ranked Black Belt
“Quality instruction in a positive environment — built to develop mental, physical, and spiritual growth.”
Most people walk in for one of two reasons: they want to defend themselves, or they want to get in shape. They stay for everything that comes with it — a clearer head after a long day, real friendships on the mat, and the confidence of knowing they can handle themselves. Kids find focus and stand a little taller at school. Some of our members compete around Arizona and Coach Rhett still does too, but you never have to. Train for whatever brought you in.
Start a free trialKids and adults, brand-new white belts and seasoned competitors — this is what training as a family looks like.
Arizona families can use Empowerment Scholarship Account funds toward training at Patriot. Ask the front desk and we will walk you through enrollment.
Tell us a little about who's training and we'll get you on the schedule. Nervous before your first class is normal — we've got you.
Comfortable workout clothes for your first class — shorts and a t-shirt are fine. We will set you up with anything else you need.
Kids through adults. Classes are grouped by age and level so everyone trains with the right people.
Not a bit. Most of our members had never trained before their first class — our whole system is built to welcome beginners and guide you step by step.
No long-term contract and no annual fee. You stay because the training is working.
Drop in, watch a class, or come in for your free trial. Easy to find in Queen Creek — text us and we'll tell you the best time to come by.