13 Jiu Jitsu

13 Jiu Jitsu in Glasgow, Kentucky, is led by Patchez Childers, a second-degree black belt who has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission wrestling since 2007. Childers’ lineage traces back through notable figures including Maeda, the Gracies, Rolls Gracie, Romero Cavalcanti, Fabio Gurgel, and Demian Maia, reflecting a deep connection to traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu roots. After earning his black belt in 2018, he committed to teaching full time, bringing years of experience from both competing and training around the world. The academy offers a structured schedule with classes five days a week, featuring gi and no-gi training for adults and kids starting at age six. Programs include fundamentals and advanced techniques across both formats, with separate gi and no-gi sessions for children as well. Open mat sessions are available on Saturdays, providing additional training time for students to drill or spar beyond regular classes. The school also incorporates self-defense elements within its curriculum. Located in a wheelchair-accessible facility at 105 Samson Street, 13 Jiu Jitsu serves Glasgow’s martial arts practitioners with a practical approach to training. The gym’s programs emphasize consistency and progression, catering to a broad range of ages and skill levels without relying on gimmicks or trends. Visitors can drop in for classes, and loaner gis are available for those who need them. The academy also supports local veterans through a partnership with the We Defy Foundation, facilitating access to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for overcoming physical and mental challenges.

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