Co-Ed Adult Beginner Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu
classes in Shawano
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The fastest way to street readiness
Safe and structured
self-defense
Join our family
Our students and our instructors make us a big, supportive family here in Shawano. We work with each other, not against each other, as we pursue our goals together. Come for the jiu-jitsu, stay for the community.
We welcome newcomers with open arms!
Gracie Combatives is the perfect beginner self-defense program for adults
In this program, you will learn the 36 core techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in a fun, safe, and cooperative environment. Gracie Combatives prepares you to defend against a heavier, stronger, or more athletic opponent in a real-life altercation.
Get the Gracie University® advantage
In addition to live classes, every student receives a subscription to Gracie University Online, which gives you unlimited online access to the Gracie Combatives streaming instructional video archive.Use this resource to review past lessons, learn new techniques, and prepare for future belt tests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from any computer or mobile device!
Take advantage of this powerful tool and take your technique to the next level!
The Gracie Difference
Building a Strong Foundation for a Lifelong Journey
Step 1: Learn The Techniques
Step 2: Develop Your Reflexes
Once you complete each of the 23 Gracie Combatives lessons twice, you will qualify to participate in the Reflex Development (RD) Classes
Step 3: Earn Your Gracie Combatives Belt
Once you’ve gained proficiency in the 36 techniques you can test for your Gracie Combatives belt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our Adult Co-Ed Martial Arts Program.
Do I need to be fit for this?
There are zero fitness requirements to be able to start our beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes! One of the benefits of BJJ is that it relies on technique and timing rather than strength, speed, or athleticism.
Our students start at all different fitness levels, however, you will find that you do enhance your fitness by doing our BJJ classes at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Shawano.
I have no experience, what do I do?
Just show up! Upon arriving, you will be given a uniform (called a “gi”) and will be given a focused introductory lesson by one of our instructors before you join in the group class.
Every beginner class is taught with no previous experience necessary, so you will not feel left behind.
Our program is structured by class number (23 group classes), so you will always know exactly what techniques you will be learning on any given day. You can even check out the techniques of the day on GracieUniversity.com before class to get a head start!
I’m not very sporty or co-ordinated. Will that be a problem?
Not at all. In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes may have described themselves like that before they started. There is absolutely no experience necessary for any of our beginner classes. You will fit right in!
Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at what your body is capable of, and how much you can improve! Our certified martial arts instructors are trained to keep their teaching simple, effective, and beginner-focused. So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills! Come see for yourself!
How do I claim your limited time offer?
We only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area. To take advantage of our limited time offer, the fastest way is to fill in the form at the top of this page!
Additionally, you can always give us a call. We would love to chat with you about what we do, and to help you determine if our Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Shawano martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!
Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for women?
Absolutely! Specifically because Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has proven reliable in defending against larger opponents for nearly a century, it is the perfect martial art for women.
Many women train in our
Women Empowered® program and then transfer into our co-ed Gracie Combatives classes. However, both programs are suitable for female beginners.
We love seeing the physical confidence develop in our female students as they gain self-defense skills on the mat!
What do I need to bring to my first martial arts lesson?
We recommend wearing comfortable athletic wear with long pants such as sweats or leggings. We will also have training attire available for purchase. For everyone's safety and cleanliness, please limit jewelry and makeup, and put up your hair if it's long.