Frequently Asked Questions

Jiu Jitsu is a grappling martial art that originated as a self defense but has become a hobby and sport practiced around the world. It shares techniques with Wrestling and Judo to get an opponent to the ground. Once there,  Jiu Jitsu uses moves to get to advantageous positions where the opponent could not harm you but you could harm your opponent if need be. Once in these strong positions, Jiu Jitsu goes further to teach you how to finish an opponent with a wide variety of submission attacks which would cause your adversary to submit, face serious injury, or be choked out. These submissions include a very wide variety of chokes, arm locks, leg locks, etc. Traditional Jiu Jitsu is performed in a GI. A Gi is a martial arts uniform that is meant to resemble clothing. Jiu Jitsu uses the Gi (clothing) for many of its moved and chokes. That's right, learn to choke people with their clothes! We also offer Nogi Jiu Jitsu which does not utilize clothing.

Not so much in training but in a real life scenario it would be very dangerous to a would be attacker, school bully, etc.  Fact is, Jiu Jitsu is actually much safer for kids and adults than many other common sports.

• In training, anytime you would like out of a position or submission you can tap to your partner and they will instantly let go.
• Submissions are applied slowly in training to allow ample time to tap. 
• Training is tailored to skill level. If you're training with someone more experienced they will work with you and help you.

Our Striking Coach is well rounded across many aspects of striking and offers a  blended program with techniques from Muay Thai,  Boxing, Dutch/American Kickboxing, and MMA.

• Beginner & Advanced friendly
• Classes and techniques are adjusted to your goals and skill level
•  Coach Justin "Panda" Stone has trained fighters under many rule sets and across multiple disciplines

YES!

• No need to be in shape AT ALL! It gets you into shape while you have fun!
• No need for any experience at all.
• Nobody is too old. Applicable to everyone 4+ years old.
• It's safe!

Submission grappling is performed in shorts and a tight fitting shirt. It is very similiar to Jiu Jitsu but is without the Gi on. Its commonly reffered to as "Nogi". It utilizes a lot of wrestling and is faster paced. 

The Facility

• We have over 3000 SQ FT of mat space!
•  Our whole academy is double matted with 3.5" of padding. (many gyms only have 1.5" thick mats on top of concrete)
• Seperate Mens and Womens locker rooms
• Kids play room
• Multiple Restrooms
• Massive tiled shower
• Private parking lot
• Viewing Loft

The Jiu Jitsu

• Proven competition tested technique from an accomplished black belt teaching moves that ACTUALLY WORK, no BS "youtube" moves here...
• Beginner and Advanced Classes!
• No need for a traveling affiliate instructor here, be belted under someone you actually train with.
• We prioritize taking care of our students and strive to help them reach their personal goals.

The Striking

• Learn from an exceptional striking coach who is happy to work with all skill levels and focuses on high level technique.

The Value

• Our rates are currently below average yet we are a premiere facility with some of the best instruction you'll find in the state.

Adults- If you are brand new to Jiu Jitsu/Grappling than its best to show up for a fundamentals class for your first class. Try to arrive 10-15 minutes early if possible and wear athletic style clothing. If its a Gi class, we often have one you can borrow to try a class! If not you can just wear athletic clothing. 

Kids- All kids need is athletic style clothing and a bottle of water to get started. Kids can try any class Mon-Fri trhat is within their age and skill level. 

No need to be nervous! Most people only wish they had started sooner but here are a few options.

• Schedule a private lesson to break the ice and see if its for you
• Come watch a class
• Check it out on youtube
• Please contact us with any concerns about starting