Humboldt Jiu Jitsu

Humboldt Jiu Jitsu is guided by Monty Martin, a 1st-degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt who has been entrenched in martial arts since 1997. Monty’s training began under Hal Faulkner at what was then North Coast Self Defense Academy, now Humboldt Jiu Jitsu. Building on a foundation that includes Jeet Kun Do, Muay Thai, Kali Escrima, and self-defense combatives, Monty continues to deepen his expertise under Master Professor Ari Galo of the Carlson Gracie lineage. His approach blends classic BJJ fundamentals with intermediate and advanced techniques, reflecting a commitment to both tradition and ongoing progression. Classes at Humboldt Jiu Jitsu emphasize a balance between technical skill and practical application. Students train in gi and no-gi formats, with programs that include self-defense seminars and private lessons, particularly focusing on women’s self-defense. The academy operates seven days a week, offering around 30 group classes weekly alongside open mat sessions for adults, allowing practitioners to refine techniques and spar informally. Family packages and discounts for military and civil servants are also part of the academy’s structure, supporting a broad range of participants. Humboldt Jiu Jitsu maintains a philosophy centered on overcoming fear, cultivating honor, and developing personal courage. The academy’s facility is wheelchair accessible and welcomes drop-ins, reflecting an openness to diverse practitioners. With a lineage tied to the Carlson Gracie team in Rio de Janeiro, the school brings high-caliber Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to Northern Humboldt, balancing competition opportunities with a focus on individual growth and martial arts mastery.

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