BJJ

Call for more info: 401-849-3900

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - ages 16 and up

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial arts and combat sport that focuses on grappling and ground fighting with the goal of gaining a dominant position and using joint-locks and choke-holds to force an opponent to submit. It promotes the principle that a smaller, weaker person using leverage and proper technique can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant.

Getting Started - Your first step in selecting any martial arts school should be a visit to the facility -- no appointment necessary. Please check the schedule and try to visit when a BJJ class is schedule. This will give you an opportunity to see the facilities, meet the instructors, and watch a class in action. You may watch from the lobby or from the mats if the class is not too crowded. If/When you are ready, you may borrow a GI and join us on the mats for a couple of classes to see if BJJ is really for you.

Class Times:

BJJ classes are 90 minutes long and meet four times per week

Mon, Tues & Thurs 7:30 pm Fri 7:00 pm

Class days and times are subject to change. Please contact us to verify days, times, and space availability.

Newport Martial Arts offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in conjunction with Two Swords Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The chief instructor, Mr. J. Patrick Watterson was a Brown Belt under Tim Burrill (Machado Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt). He continued training with Rickson Gracie Academy and Pedro Sauer from Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. He received his Black Belt in BJJ from Abmar Barbosa. Mr Watterson is a former Navy SEAL and is currently working for the Department of Homeland Security.

No prior wrestling or martial arts experience required.

Two Swords BJJ is a traditional BJJ program. Gi's are required

For the the BJJ practitioner, we emphasize:

Improving Strength, Endurance, Flexibility, Coordination and Speed

Stress reduction and relaxation

Grappling and ground fighting skills for Self Defense or Competition

"Quite simply, this BJJ school has filled a void in my life, offering me the tools needed to further develop a strong body and a stable mind. Healthy competition, helpful classmates and a dedicated hands-on teacher have made BJJ something I honestly can't live without."