Master the Gentle Art with Expert BJJ Instruction from World-Class Grapplers
Looking for authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training in Columbia MO? Jaguar Martial Arts offers world-class BJJ instruction from internationally competitive grapplers and experienced black belts. Our BJJ program in Columbia Missouri emphasizes technical excellence, live training, and real-world application.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most effective martial art for ground fighting and self-defense. Whether you want to compete, get in shape, or learn practical self-defense, our expert BJJ instructors will guide your journey from white belt to black belt.
Train with coaches who compete internationally in grappling and submission wrestling. Learn BJJ techniques from world-ranked instructors right here in Columbia MO.
Progressive BJJ program from fundamentals to advanced techniques. Clear belt progression system with regular testing and skill development tracking.
Kids BJJ (ages 5-11), Youth BJJ (ages 12-17), and Adult BJJ classes. Family-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy serving all of Columbia Missouri.
Optional competition team with coaching, training camps, and tournament preparation. Compete in IBJJF, NAGA, Grappling Industries, and local BJJ tournaments.
Our adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program in Columbia MO welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced grapplers. Learn submission holds, positions, escapes, and sweeps through progressive technical instruction and live rolling.
Our kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program in Columbia Missouri teaches children discipline, respect, confidence, and practical self-defense skills. Age-appropriate curriculum makes BJJ fun and engaging for young students.
Teen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes in Columbia MO that build confidence, fitness, and practical skills. Our youth BJJ program prepares teens for both self-defense and competition.
For students who want to test their skills, our BJJ competition team offers specialized training, tournament preparation, and coaching at local and national grappling tournaments.
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructors in Columbia MO bring years of mat time, competition experience, and a passion for teaching the gentle art. With backgrounds in wrestling, submission grappling, and BJJ, our coaches provide well-rounded instruction that develops complete grapplers.
Lead instructor Coach Ty Loethen is a world-ranked grappler who has competed professionally in catch wrestling, submission grappling, and no-gi grappling across multiple continents. His technical expertise and competition experience make him one of the most qualified BJJ instructors in Columbia Missouri.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday, Thursday: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Kids (5-11): Mon/Wed/Fri 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Youth (12-17): Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: All Ages 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Jaguar Martial Arts
3410 Broadway Business Park, #103
Columbia, MO 65203
Get your FREE trial class at Columbia Missouri's premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy. No experience necessary. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Yes! BJJ is perfect for beginners because it relies on technique and leverage rather than strength. Our Columbia MO academy has dedicated beginner classes that teach fundamentals in a welcoming environment.
No! BJJ will get you in shape. We welcome students of all fitness levels and scale intensity to match your current ability. You'll improve your conditioning as you learn.
Gi BJJ is practiced wearing a traditional kimono, allowing grips on the uniform. No-gi is practiced in athletic wear (rash guard and shorts), emphasizing different gripping strategies. We teach both at our Columbia Missouri academy.
On average, it takes 10-15 years of consistent training to earn a BJJ black belt. However, every belt level represents significant skill development and achievement. The journey is as rewarding as the destination!
Yes! Kids BJJ in Columbia MO is very safe. We teach proper technique, supervise all training, and create a controlled environment. BJJ actually teaches children how to protect themselves safely.
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