4172 Alyssa Court STE A, Iowa City, IA
Citadel Brazilian Ju-Jitsu in Iowa City is led by co-owners Matt Leighton and James Kelly, whose combined backgrounds shape the academy’s approach. Leighton, a professional BJJ black belt competitor recognized among American grapplers, serves as the head Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor. Kelly brings a strong wrestling pedigree as a founder of the Eastern Iowa Wrestling Club and collaborator with the Hawkeye Wrestling Club, overseeing the kids BJJ program and wrestling coaching at the gym. Training at Citadel BJJ covers a broad spectrum from fundamentals to advanced all-level classes, primarily focused on gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. No-gi grappling is also integrated into the schedule, providing students opportunities to develop versatility on the mats. Kids classes are divided by age groups, starting as young as four years old, with a program designed to build solid technique and confidence. The academy supports open mat sessions for adults to drill and spar beyond regular classes. The gym’s structure reflects the coaches’ emphasis on technical skill development and competitive readiness. Wrestling drills complement the BJJ curriculum, particularly benefiting those interested in mixed grappling styles. Citadel BJJ welcomes drop-ins and maintains a consistent schedule that balances instruction and live training for practitioners in the Iowa City area.
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