Academy Wide Social, UFC Party & Bowling! UFC 300 is a huge milestone for the organization and will be pulling out all the stops to make it the greatest UFC to date! . We will be hosting a Team watch party in the Elite Suite at KingPiz Fargo for ALL students and staff! . Come socialize. watch the fights, do some bowling, eat, drink and be merry! . WHO: ALL FARGO and GF BJJ students and staff and their families are welcome. . WHAT: We have a Private Suite that includes watching the fights, and 6 private lanes for bowling IN the room! We will have a Private Bar and waitresses if youd like ..read more

PROF. MATT JUBERA SEMINAR & BELT PROMOTIONS 2X Masters World Champion 1st Blackbelt under Xande Ribero Prof. Matt Jubera is an elite BJJ competitor and top training partner for Xande Ribero and Rafeal Lavato Jr. Open to everyone at all levels, come spend the afternoon with the team, learn some awesome Jiu-jitsu and celebrate the promotions of your friends! 10:00am – Noon GI SESSION / Promotion Ceremony at the end. Open to everyone, All Levels and Abilities. 2:00pm 4:00pm No-GI SESSION Open to everyone, All Levels and abilities. Link to On-line Registration: MATT JUBERA SEMINAR ON-LINE ..read more

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: A Powerful Tool for Kids’ Growth Through Rough-and-Tumble Play In our rapidly evolving world, it’s crucial that we recognize the role that physical play – more specifically, rough-and-tumble play – has in the comprehensive development of our children. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), a martial art that emphasizes ground combat and grappling techniques, offers an exceptional platform for this kind of interaction. Why Kids Need Rough-and-Tumble Play Children have a natural propensity for rough-and-tumble play. This form of playtime isn’t just about burning off energy; it teaches ..read more

When individuals begin their search for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes, they are often driven by various motivations and goals. Today, we highlight 20 compelling reasons why people from all walks of life are attracted to this powerful martial art: Mastering Self-Defense: BJJ is highly regarded for its efficient self-defense techniques, particularly for ground combat scenarios. Achieving Physical Fitness: Engaging in BJJ promotes a holistic physical workout, amplifying strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Facilitating Weight Loss: BJJ’s high-intensity routines offer an effect ..read more

Inspiring Excellence and Accountability in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through Worthy Rivalries One of the unique aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) lies in its capacity to forge individuals of extraordinary character. In the process of mastering this art, you encounter worthy opponents who can push you beyond your limits, compelling you to achieve more, and maintaining an accountability framework that drives continuous improvement. This idea encapsulates our philosophy, “The honorable man seeks the worthiest of opponents and loves them for their worthiness. He needs them to help bring out the best ..read more

Helio SONECA Seminar 2023 + Belt Promotions Online RegistrationClick an option below:  GI Session ONLY – 10am-12pm, Saturday FEB 4th – $50 NoGI Session ONLY – 2pm-4pm, Saturday FEB 4th – $50 BOTH GI & NoGI Sessions – Saturday FEB 4th – $75 Helio SONECA is a World champion competitor and Instructor. Spend the afternoon with us and learn from a LEGEND of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu History! You may choose to do one of the sessions or both. The belt promotions will be conducted at the end of the GI session so even if you don’t do the class be sure to stop in and congratulate your teammates ..read more

As a Fargo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, warming up properly before a class is absolutely essential for avoiding injury and getting the most out of your training. The first step in any good warm up is to focus on getting your heart rate up and getting your body temperature to rise. This can be achieved with some light cardio exercises such as jogging in place, jumping jacks, or burpees. These exercises will help to prepare your body for the physical demands of the class, while also allowing you to get your mind in the right place. Once you’ve completed your light cardio, it’s time to mo ..read more

Every year our Kids Programs likes to donate to the Fargo VA and they ask the adults to chip in! Please take a look at the following information below and see if there is anything you can contribute. “As a veteran myself who owes a lot to our local VA I can say from experience it can be a scary, anxiety ridden place for the children of veterans to spend time in. Anything we can do to make their time go by a little easier goes a long way! Please donate what you can.” – Prof. George Fargo VA Health Care System Children’s Activity Bags Children that accompany their Veteran caregivers to VA clini ..read more

If you would like to see what our Academy can do for you, select a Class/Time on the calendar and schedule your FREE TRIAL today! Kids Jiu-jitsu 6-8 years old T/Th @ 4:45pm Kids Jiu-jitsu 9 and Up T/TH @ 5pm Adult Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Mon-Fri @ Noon (Call to schedule) M/W/F @ 6pm T/TH @ 7pm Adult Muay Thai Kickboxing T/TH/FRI @ 7pm FREE TRIAL consists of Academy orientation & Q&A, and participation in a Beginners level class. You will be on site approx. 60-90min.  We look forward to meeting you! . Click here for more information about our programs ..read more

PROF. MATT JUBERA SEMINAR & BELT PROMOTIONS Masters World Champion 1st Blackbelt under Xande Ribero Prof. Matt Jubera is an elite BJJ competitor and top training partner for Xande Ribero and Rafeal Lavato Jr. Open to everyone at all levels, come spend the afternoon with the team, learn some awesome Jiu-jitsu and celebrate the promotions of your friends! 10:00am – Noon GI SESSION / Promotion Ceremony at the end. Open to everyone, All Levels and Abilities. 2:00pm 4:00pm No-GI SESSION Open to everyone, All Levels and abilities. On-line Registration at the link: MATT JUBERA SEMINAR ON-LINE ..read more