Challenge Yourself with Our Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes in Chapel Hill
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an amazing martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and submission holds. It’s a great way to stay in shape, learn self-defense, and challenge yourself mentally and physically.
We are proud to offer Adult Jiu-Jitsu right here in Chapel Hill! Our BJJ classes are suitable for anyone looking to improve their fitness, self-defense skills, and mental toughness.
Ready to start training?
Try a free class, or sign up for a private lesson!
Class Structure
Warm Up and Mobility
We begin each class with a warm up. This starts with mobility exercises, then moves into foundational jiu-jitsu movements such as shrimping, break falls, and rolls.
Technique
Next, we move into the technique portion of class. Each week has a specific theme, such as half guard or back attacks. We begin with a foundational movement and then add layers of difficulty for more advanced students.
Rolling
The end of class is reserved for rolling. If you are new to jiu-jitsu, we recommend waiting a few classes before joining live rounds. That said, we believe in trial by choice, so if you feel ready to try it, we support you.
Rolling is the free-response portion of class, where you can test your technique against a training partner in a live setting.
Our Lineage
Roy Dean Academy
We are a Roy Dean affiliated academy, combining traditional customs and modern techniques. Respecting the old while creating the new.
Lineage
Helio Gracie • Francisco Mansur • Joe Moreira • Roy Harris • Roy Dean • Hardee Merritt
FAQ's
I have never done jiu-jitsu before, is that okay?
Absolutely! Many students start their training with us as complete beginners.
What do I need for my first class?
For your first class, please wear shorts or leggings and a t-shirt. We will provide you with a uniform (called a gi) for your trial class.
Is there a dress code?
We do not have an official dress code. Any clean gi and rash guard is fine, regardless of affiliation. We have gi’s, rashguards, and patches for sale in the pro-shop, and we would love for you to rep our dojo!
I'm ready to sign up! What gear do I need?
If you like class and decide to sign up, you will need at least one gi (uniform), a rashguard, and a mouthguard. We sell all of these things in our pro-shop, but you are welcome to obtain your own if you prefer.
