Dragon Fire BJJ (Formerly Great Falls Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)

Dragon Fire BJJ in Great Falls, Montana, has been teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2011, originally under the name Great Falls Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The academy is led by Preston Bludworth, a first-degree black belt under Professor Keith Owen and an affiliate of Team Rhino Gracie Jiu Jitsu. Bludworth began training martial arts in 1998 and took up Jiu Jitsu in 2005, starting to teach locally in 2011. His approach centers on self-defense for all ages, emphasizing patience and technique over strength, reflecting his long experience on the mats. Classes at Dragon Fire BJJ are divided by age and skill level, with programs for children as young as three years old through the Little Dragons class, progressing to kids’ classes for ages 6-9 and 10-13. Adult students train in gi-based classes, including a women’s program and specialized sessions for blue belts and above. Instruction covers fundamental techniques, drilling, and live training, supporting steady skill development. Private lessons and seminars supplement the regular schedule, allowing for focused instruction and community outreach. Located on 10th Avenue South in the Holiday Village Mall lower level, the academy maintains weekday afternoon and evening hours, offering accessible facilities including wheelchair access. The school encourages newcomers to try a complimentary introductory class to experience the training firsthand. Dragon Fire BJJ continues to build on its roots in Great Falls, aiming to develop not only martial skill but also character and confidence among its students.

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