Arete Jiu Jitsu Collective is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy focused on technical excellence, personal growth, and building a community where anyone can learn, improve, and challenge themselves.
Five interdependent principles. Remove one and the structure weakens. Train all five and the practice holds.
Constant improvement through deliberate practice and attention to detail.
Showing up, embracing challenges, and committing to the process.
An environment where students support each other's growth.
Remaining open to learning regardless of experience or rank.
Solving problems both on and off the mats.
We do not stockpile techniques. We design conditions that force useful decisions. Understanding compounds. Memorization does not.
Set a problem with clear boundaries — position, grip, time, or goal.
Students test solutions under live pressure with a thinking partner.
Refine what works. Discard what fails. Build a solver, not a catalog.
| Module | Specification |
|---|---|
| Gi Jiu-Jitsu | Full gi curriculum — grips, control, submissions, positional hierarchy. |
| No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu | No-gi mechanics — underhooks, body locks, leg entanglement, pace. |
| Wrestling & Takedowns | Entries, finishes, and mat returns for stand-up competence. |
| Positional Development | Isolated problems that build durable patterns under constraint. |
| Live Training | Open rolling with intentional intensity. Apply what was explored. |
| Who trains here | Beginners, competitors, self-defense, and fitness-focused adults. |
Photo: Ian Joubert — coming soon
U.S. Army veteran with over 16 years of grappling and combat sports experience — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, Judo, and MMA. Assisted with the Modern Army Combatives Program during service.
Ten years as a Quality Engineer at BAE Systems informs a systems-based, analytical coaching style: develop adaptable martial artists through intentional practice and conceptual understanding — not rote memorization.
Clear terms. No hidden tiers. Pick the cadence that fits your week.
| SKU | Plan | Description | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM-UNL | Unlimited Training | Open access to all scheduled adult classes. | Enroll → |
| MEM-2X | 2× Weekly Training | Two sessions per week. Steady, sustainable practice. | Enroll → |
| MEM-ANN | Annual Membership | Full-year commitment. Best long-horizon value. | Enroll → |
| MEM-DROP | Drop-in | Single visit. For travelers and trial sessions. | Enroll → |
What the room must deliver every session.
No experience required. Bring the willingness to learn. We handle the system.
