321 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV
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Claim this gymArte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy in Beckley, West Virginia, is led by Chris McKinney, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, professional MMA fighter, and U.S. Army veteran. McKinney’s teaching philosophy centers on giving students the knowledge and composure to prevail—on the mat, in the cage, or in daily life—while building a spirit of brotherhood. Every class draws on a direct lineage that runs from Royler Gracie to Saulo and Xande Ribeiro, to Chris Blanke, to Bryan Atterson, and finally to McKinney himself. His experience in both BJJ and MMA competition shapes a practical, detail-oriented approach to training. Classes at Arte Suave are structured for both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with dedicated times for each format throughout the week. The curriculum covers fundamentals, self-defense, and live rolling, and is designed to suit everyone from first-time students to experienced competitors. For those interested in expanding beyond grappling, the academy also offers MMA and boxing instruction, with daily opportunities to cross-train. Open mat sessions give members time for live rounds and positional work outside of formal class, and drop-in visitors are welcome. Arte Suave runs a dedicated kids’ program for ages 5–13, emphasizing discipline, respect, and real technique in a safe, structured setting. The academy’s large, clean facility on South Fayette Street includes extensive mat space, a boxing area, and amenities like locker rooms and free parking. Families training together benefit from discounted rates, and private lessons with Coach McKinney are available. Every session reflects the academy’s roots in world-class lineage and a straightforward, hard-working approach to martial arts.
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Arte Suave Jiu Jitsu Academy's team competes in NAGA grappling tournaments — earning 1 medal at a recent NAGA event.
Source: NAGA team results (Smoothcomp). Grassroots competition activity — distinct from IBJJF/ADCC elite rankings.
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