Jiu: Gentle | Jitsu: Art

Jiu-Jitsu, considered the game of “human chess” is more than just a sport, it is a call to the life-long learner.  Distilled down, this ancient martial art utilizes knowledge of leverage, nerves and pressure points to disable an opponent without weapons or displays of violence.

With a focus on a healthy mind and body, Jiu-Jitsu builds self-confidence, physical prowess, and mobility. Jiu-Jitsu provides an opportunity to participate in a vibrant community. Young and old, male and female, brainy and brawny– all come together under one roof.

Today it is the fastest growing martial art in the world…but enough talk.  Let’s Roll.

Gi vs No-Gi

The traditional practice attire is called a Gi, a two-piece garment consisting of loose fitting pants and a heavy weight cotton jacket, tied with a cloth belt. No-Gi attire usually consists of shorts and/or tights (a.k.a spats) and a close fitting shirt (a.k.a. rash guard).  There are benefits to training in both Gi and No Gi, so we practice using both, alternating days.
  • Gi: Provides more grips
  • Gi: Increases friction; slows down the game
  • Gi: Applicable in some self defense situations
  • No-Gi: Emphasizes athleticism
  • No-Gi: Promotes easy comfortable movement
  • No-Gi: Less friction speeds up the game

Testimonials

George Birk
Facebook Review

State of the art facility. Talented and diverse coaching staff. Talented and diverse student body. I’ve been in combat sports for thirty years and this school and it’s all inclusive approach is one of the best I’ve been a part of. You’ll get your fill if it’s your first day or your 10,950th.

Kyler Johnson
Google Review

The best grappling and instruction in the area. Head coach Michael Seals combines professionalism with decades of martial arts experience to provide an optimal environment for all levels of grappling from seasoned black belts to those just looking to gain entry to the sport of jiu jitsu. Combined with a brand new facility makes for…

Ron Pavkovich
Facebook Review

If it was not for Coach Seals teaching style and attention to detail I would likely not have begun the BJJ journey so late in life!

Ian Lawler
Facebook Review

Head Coach Michael Seals is without a doubt the single best black belt practitioner I have ever rolled with. Additionally he cares so much about the Students and Their representation of the art it’s truly a privilege to be one of his students.

Drake Ironwolf
Facebook Review

I’ve been lucky enough to attend 2 seminars hosted by Coach Seals; his knowledge, passion for his craft, and compassion for his students is without a doubt genuine and top class … if anyone has the opportunity to train under Coach Seals do not pass it up!

Harry Hunsucker
Facebook Review

Coach Seals is an amazing Instructor! Ive known him for close to 6 years and under him I’ve gone to the next level as a martial artist and fighter! Highly recommend!!!!

Resources

Mat time is second to none, but we still give props to the good ole video instructional.  Click the link below to visit our YouTube channel LJJF Seals.  Here you will find videos featuring our head instructor Michael Seals to help you sharpen your skills and brush up your memory from the techniques of the week.
WATCH AND LEARN

Let's Roll

At Lexington Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness, we aim to promote cooperation between other academies and to raise the level of skill across all jiu-jitsu practitioners.  If you are dropping in for our FREE Community Open Mat, Fridays from noon to 1pm, our FREE Ladies Only class on Saturdays from 11am to noon, or one of our Charity Rolls, like “Roll for the Heart” then you can click on the button below to sign our waiver ahead of time.  Less paperwork for us, more mat time for you… everyone wins.
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