Black Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Black Hills Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has been a fixture for grapplers and families in Rapid City, South Dakota, welcoming students at 3325 W Main St. Led by black belts Jeremy Schunneman and Tyler Guisinger, the academy brings together a deep instructor bench that includes brown, purple, blue, and white belts, each contributing to a hands-on, detail-driven approach to teaching. The school’s instructors have backgrounds working with both adults and kids, and the schedule reflects a commitment to serving a broad local population. The academy’s program line-up is built around a full slate of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for all ages, with clear attention to developmental needs. Kids find age-specific groups beginning as young as 3–5 and progressing through 5–9 and 9–16, with both gi and no-gi options available for older children. Adults can train in dedicated gi and no-gi classes, as well as combined fundamentals and advanced sessions, which are often taught by Professor Schunneman. There’s also a Saturday open mat for adults and teens, and a women’s class led by Relyssa Weeda, providing additional time and space for focused training. A distinctive feature at Black Hills BJJ is the homeschool class for all levels, designed to serve families seeking daytime instruction outside the traditional school schedule. The academy’s instructors rotate across kids’ and adults’ classes, ensuring continuity and a personal touch. Drop-ins are welcome, and the facility is wheelchair accessible, making it easy for visitors and new students to get started.

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