Youth Martial Arts AcademyCoon Rapids, MN
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Ages 11 and up

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uses leverage and technique to overcome larger opponents. Learn it from Coach Kelly Johnson, a 3rd-degree black belt and 10-time IBJJF Black Belt World Champion.

Book a free intro session (763) 452-5361
11+Teens and adults
3rd degreeBlack belt coach
10xIBJJF World Champion coach
Two Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors grip fight in gis

Technique beats size.

BJJ became a global martial art after the Gracie family brought it to prominence in the 1990s. Its core idea is simple: with good position and leverage, a smaller person can control and submit a bigger one.

Classes cover the fundamentals step by step, so first-timers learn safely next to students who have trained for years. Train for fitness, for self-defense, or to compete.

A coach drills Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with a young student

Learn from a world champion.

Coach Kelly Johnson is a 3rd-degree black belt under Pedro Sauer with over 20 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He is a 10-time IBJJF Black Belt World Champion, a 10-time IBJJF Pan-American medalist and a 2-time European IBJJF Black Belt Champion.

Meet Coach Kelly

“The coaches are so knowledgeable and patient and supportive. I love that I get to train at the same gym as my son. We both love it and always look forward to it.” Diego Hernandez, Member since day one

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Every new student starts with a free 30 minute intro session. Spaces are limited, so reach out soon to reserve yours.

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