What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a modern martial art that focuses on ground fighting, submissions, and leverage-based techniques. Perfected by the Gracie family in Brazil, BJJ emphasizes controlling an opponent through positional dominance, joint locks, chokes, and strategic movement—rather than relying on size or strength.
Unlike some martial arts that focus on striking, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches students how to defend themselves using throws, holds, and submissions. While beginners learn techniques step-by-step, the true art of BJJ lies in seamlessly transitioning between movements to control or neutralize an opponent.
BJJ is both a powerful form of self-defense and a mentally engaging sport that continues to grow in popularity worldwide.
What Do Students Gain from Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program?
- Realistic self-defense training
- Dynamic workout
- Strong self-image
- Stress/Anxiety reduction
- Increased energy
- Better flexibility
- Self-confidence
- A sense of belonging to a team
- Instruction and training at 9 different Easton locations in Colorado
Discover Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in Fort Collins
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will make you stronger, faster, and more flexible.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is the fastest-growing martial art in the world, known for its effectiveness in real-world self-defense and dominance in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) since the 1990s. Originally developed from Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and refined by the legendary Gracie family, BJJ emphasizes technique, leverage, and ground control—making it an ideal martial art for practitioners of all ages and sizes.
At our Fort Collins BJJ academy, you’ll train in a supportive environment that challenges your body and sharpens your mind. With consistent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, you’ll build lean muscle, burn fat, and develop mental resilience. Most students notice increased confidence within just a few weeks.
Did You Know? When you join McMahon Training Center, you have membership access to some of the most accomplished Black Belt instructors in the world!
McMahon Training Center not only has 9 of our own Black Belt instructors but is also part of the Amal Easton and Renzo Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Team. What does this mean for you? If you are a current student, you can train at any of the 9 Easton BJJ schools in Colorado for FREE! We have over 150 BJJ Black Belts that are part of our Team!
What to expect at my first BJJ class at McMahon Training Center?
Ready to experience your first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) class? Once you submit your information below, a member of our team will contact you to schedule your free trial class. You'll receive a confirmation the day before, along with a digital waiver to complete in advance.
If you’re new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, your first class will take place in one of our Fundamentals sessions, specifically designed for beginners. Before class starts, you’ll have a 30-minute intro with one of our coaches to go over BJJ basics, including mat etiquette, key positions, and a brief overview of the sport’s history.
After the intro, you’ll join the regular class. Students line up by rank, bow in together, and begin with a 10-minute warm-up. Then, your coach will demonstrate techniques, and you’ll partner up to practice them. Class finishes with light, live training, giving you a chance to apply what you’ve learned in real time.
If you have previous Jiu-Jitsu experience, we may invite you to join an intermediate or advanced class instead.
Whether you're brand new or returning to the mats, your first BJJ class will be a welcoming, hands-on introduction to the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Sign up for our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes and become your very best!
Whether you are looking for self-defense tactics, physical conditioning, personal development or are interested in competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, our Fort Collins Martial Arts Academy is for you. You’re welcome to learn more about us at any time by trying a Free Class!