No. The best way to get in shape for Jiu Jitsu is to do Jiu Jitsu. Because it is such a full body workout using strength, indurance, explosiveness, and true grit there is nothing that you can do before hand that will prepare you for class. Most people start Jiu Jitsu to help them to get in shape. Our classes are designed for people to go at their own pace and eventually work torwards completing an entire class session.

Personal hygiene is a must when training Jiu Jitsu. Because we are constantly in physical contact with others it is important to make sure that your body and uniform are clean. - If you were sweating during work, school, or play it is advised that you shower before arriving at class. - Your uniform (Gi and No Gi) must be washed after each class. - It is also important to keep your finger nails and toe nails trimmed short so that you do not accidentally scratch someone during training which can lead to an infection. - You will want to wear sandals or flip flops to class so that you can easily slip them on and off when getting on and off of the mat. You are required to be barefoot on the mat, but shoes are needed for any time that you are off of the mat. - Trial classes do not require a uniform. You will need to wear a rash guard (swim shirt) or tight fitted t-shirt if you do not own a rash guard and board shorts (swim shorts), fight shorts, or basketball shorts that tie; leggings are okay for females. Clothing must be tight fitting with no exposed armpits and preferably have no pockets as fingers and toes could get caught in loose clothing or pockets. - Sorry boys, no cups are allowed. These tend to cause more harm and discomfort to your training partners than they do protection for you. - Mouth pieces are not required, but are recommended.

Our lineage can be traced back to the 1800's beginning with the legendary Kano himself: Kano Jigoro> Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Reyson Gracie > Osvaldo Alves > Fabrício Martins > Ricardo Reis > Cassio Werneck > Michael/Lenna Uhlinger > (Your name here)

Adult Classes will start with a 10 minute warm-up related to the days lesson, followed by 30 minutes of technique and drilling, and end with 40 minutes of live training (sparring).

Kids Classes will start with a 10 minute plyometrics warm-up followed by 30 minutes of technique and drilling, and end with 40 minutes of live training (sparring).