Kato Jiu Jitsu : Martial Arts and Fitness

Kato Jiujitsu in Mankato is led by José Carlos Lima, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Master Júlio César Pereira of GF Team. José Carlos brings world-class experience to southern Minnesota, having won major titles including the IBJJF World Championship and the UAEJJF Abu Dhabi World Pro. Since relocating to Mankato in 2018, he has focused on building a mat culture that combines high-level instruction with practical, everyday training for local students. The academy’s schedule is built around both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with a clear pathway for beginners through fundamentals classes. Adult students can choose from early-morning, midday, and evening sessions, and those looking to round out their grappling skill set can join dedicated judo classes or open mat sessions throughout the week. No-gi is a regular part of the curriculum, giving students the chance to develop their games in both major formats without leaving the academy. Striking classes are also offered, adding another layer for those interested in cross-training or self-defense. Kato Jiujitsu maintains a strong youth program, with age-specific classes for kids ages 3 to 13 in both gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu, as well as striking and judo for children aged 6 to 14. This structure allows families to train together and helps younger students progress at their own pace. With drop-ins welcome, the academy also draws visitors and local grapplers looking to broaden their training, making it a steady fixture for BJJ and grappling in the Mankato area.

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