FOUNDATIONS OF JIU-JITSU
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Your Starting Point for Success
Foundations is the cornerstone of our Adult Program, designed for everyone aged 17 and older, regardless of skill level. Whether you’re brand new to Jiu-Jitsu or an experienced practitioner, this class provides the ideal environment to begin—or continue—your journey with confidence. Each session is designed to be engaging, rewarding, and fun, with a focus on learning, improvement, and an exceptional full-body workout. Join the class that has become a favorite among our students and experience why Foundations is the perfect introduction to Jiu-Jitsu. Schedule your free trial class today and take the first step toward building strength, skill, and confidence on the mat! |
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WHY Train JIU-JITSU?
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For Sport, Competition, Team, Friendship, Self-Defense & Community
Jiu-Jitsu is more than just a martial art—it’s a journey of growth, challenge, and camaraderie. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, test yourself in competition, or build confidence through real-world self-defense, BJJ offers something for everyone. You’ll become part of a team that pushes you to improve, form lasting friendships, and join a community that supports and motivates you. Step onto the mats and experience the benefits firsthand—discipline, resilience, and a stronger, more capable you. Leverage, Skill & Intelligence Over Strength Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a grappling-based martial art that uses leverage, skill, and strategy to control and neutralize possibly larger, stronger opponents or assailants. When in the right hands of skilled practitioner, it's great equalizer and force multiplier in grappling, fighting and self-defense situations. The concepts learned in our Foundations of Jiu-Jitsu classes apply directly to our Close Range Tactics Self-Defense Classes. Build Strength, Confidence & Community BJJ is both physically and mentally demanding, pushing you to new levels of fitness, endurance, and problem-solving. Training fosters trust, camaraderie, and personal growth in a welcoming community where teammates help each other improve. For Veterans Many of us at ICBJJ are Veterans—we understand the challenges of transitioning from active duty to the civilian world. Here, you'll find a new team and family that offers support, purpose, and belonging. We proudly offer a Veteran’s Discount and partner with the We Defy Foundation. For Law Enforcement Officers Most officers engage in physical altercations or need to be in control of a subject far more often than they draw their firearm, yet training in defensive tactics is often inadequate. At ICBJJ, we’ve supported LEOs for 14 years with a Law Enforcement Scholarship Program, offering two years of free training to 10 officers. We are also regularly hired by Iowa DPS and other agencies to provide specialized training to LEOs and Defensive Tactics Instructors. Train for Readiness Being fit and capable of protecting yourself and your loved ones is essential. At ICBJJ, we don’t just teach Jiu-Jitsu—we also offer modern self-defense and firearms safety to enhance your overall preparedness. |
WHAT WILL MY FIRST CLASS LOOK LIKE?
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Your first class will be a Foundations session (or a Women’s Only class for those who prefer). Before class, a coach will give you a quick orientation and tour to help you feel at home.
Then, the fun begins! You'll start with partner-based Jiu-Jitsu games that warm you up while introducing key concepts. Next, the coach will guide you through game-based challenges that build foundational skills by giving you specific goals to achieve. These games don't require any prior knowledge and are absolutely fun and challenging. If you're feeling ready, you’ll have the option to experience live sparring. By the end, you’ll have taken your first step into Jiu-Jitsu—and it only gets better from here! |
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Why Study At ICBJJ?
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"Jason is hands down the best self-defense oriented BJJ instructor in the Midwest." - Iowa State Trooper Aaron Peter
