You do not need to be an athlete or in peak physical condition to start training today. Our curriculum is structured in such a way that allows for scalable training at your own pace and physicality level. Our classes are meant for everyone and all body types from all backgrounds. Jiu Jitsu is a fantastic way to shed those unwanted pounds with a community that inspires you without the mononty of a traditional gym. You do not need to be in perfect shape to start, get out and come train with us!
Blackout prides itself on being a clean, fun, and safe gym for our students to train in. Hygiene is a top priority as we spend a great amount of time keeping the gym and mats in excellent shape. Basic hygiene can include: keeping fingernails and toenails trimmed short or to an appropriate length, being freshly showered if you work out in the elements or have a manual labor career, washing your Gi and grappling apparel as soon as you are home from training. Long hair should be tied or styled up in your preference, etc.
Jiu Jitsu is a physically demanding sport where you you are attempting to control another person with pressure, leverage, and joint manipulation. It is possible to become injured while training. However, at Blackout we utilize a red and yellow tape system to provide the safest training environment possible for our students and coaches. Red tape symbolizes you are okay with a potentially more aggressive roll. Yellow tape symbolizes you are okay with only rolling light, you may have an injury, or are just not ready to commit to rolling at a full pace. Whatever the case, we inforce this system to keep everyone safe, and as injury-free as possible.
Jiu Jitsu is a fantastic practice for women to take part in. Whether you want to try something new, get in shape, or you're interested in the self defense aspect of grappling, Jiu Jitsu is a great tool for all of the above. We have an amazing group of women here at Blackout that we hope you get the chance to meet.
Our kids classes typically start at age 5. However assessments can be made if you feel as though your child may be ready to start their martial arts journey. Feel free to give us a call and speak with one of the coaches!
Absolutely! We offer a one week trial period for those who are considering training with us. If you're brand new to training Jiu Jitsu, we have loaner Gi's and welcome you to use them. The only thing you'll need to bring is yourself!
