Des Moines BJJ Academy

Des Moines BJJ Academy structures its curriculum around both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering a clear progression from fundamentals to intermediate levels. Adult classes are divided by skill, with fundamentals led by instructors like Ed Spitzer and Dan Pearson, while intermediate sessions for blue belts and above are taught by Chris David and Phil Lumley. The school also provides specialized technique classes and competition preparation, including no-gi sessions for adults and teens and gi and no-gi competition classes for kids aged 8 to 17 under Phil Lumley’s guidance. The academy’s schedule accommodates a variety of training preferences, featuring women-only no-gi classes run by Ethan Becht and open mat sessions available to all students. Solo movement classes rotate instructors and focus on physical conditioning relevant to BJJ practitioners. Children’s programs cover multiple age groups, from 6 to 17 years old, with age-appropriate gi and no-gi instruction designed to develop foundational skills and competition readiness. Located at 841 11th Street in Des Moines, Iowa, the academy maintains a steady offering of drop-in classes across its programs. The coaching staff brings diverse experience to the mat, emphasizing technical development and practical application in both gi and no-gi formats. This balance allows students to build a versatile grappling game within a structured environment.

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