It is a simple system, but the application and variations are both complex and endless. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was originally marketed as a way for a smaller and weaker individual to defeat a larger and stronger individual. While that is still true and self-defense is an important aspect of BJJ, we focus not only on self-defense but also the sporting aspect. Competent students at just blue belt level are more than capable of defending themselves in a hand-to-hand combat or street fight situation. We always recommend doing everything in your power to avoid actual street altercations and you should only fight if absolutely necessary.

Truthfully, street fights are fairly uncommon and we don’t spend a massive amount of time training to fight “untrained” individuals in unlikely situations. One of our goals is to be competitive with world-class jiu-jitsu competitors and practitioners. Most of our time is spent in the gym training and competing with our teammates who are skilled jiu-jitsu practitioners. Constant improvement and healthy competition both in the gym and at sanctioned competitions is what makes jiu-jitsu fun and engaging.

We offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for Adults, Teens and for kids starting at the age of 4 years old. Classes for adults run from 1-2 hours depending on how much live training you would like to do. Classes for kids run 50-55 minutes. No previous martial arts or athletic experience is necessary.