Cheeseman Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Every week at Cheeseman Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, students in Hampton train under the guidance of Kyoshi R.A. Cheeseman, a 7th Degree Black Belt with decades of experience both on the mats and in military service. Classes are led by Kyoshi Cheeseman himself, who brings a background as a Marine Corps Hand-to-Hand Combat instructor and Army Combative Instructor, as well as a direct lineage to 10th Dan Hanshi Shugoro Nakazato and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu through Professor Nestor Bayot. This blend of technical martial arts and real-world self-defense is at the heart of daily training. The academy’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program covers both adult and youth students, with traditional gi classes for ages 15 and up as well as focused self-defense classes for kids and teenagers aged 7 to 16. Instruction emphasizes practical application, discipline, and personal growth, reflecting Kyoshi Cheeseman’s commitment to developing confidence and capability at every stage. Students benefit from a structured class format and the option to attend open mat sessions, providing time for rolling, drilling, and refining techniques outside of formal instruction. Cheeseman Martial Arts also offers a full slate of Shorin-Ryu MMA classes for all ages, starting with “Little Tigers” for children as young as five. The school is wheelchair accessible and welcomes drop-ins, making it easy for newcomers and visitors to join a session. With more than 40 years serving both the Hampton area and the wider martial arts community, Kyoshi Cheeseman’s academy continues to focus on empowering students through education, training, and support in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and beyond.

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