with Justin Flores
Justin "J-Flo" Flores brings his seminar tour to Takojitsu in Waikiki. The BJJ black belt and takedown specialist is stopping at multiple Oahu gyms this week. The session focuses on judo and wrestling entries blended with jiu-jitsu control.
Justin Flores brings his seminar tour to Takojitsu in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii on August 15, 2026. Flores — also known as J-Flo — is a BJJ black belt under Fabio Santos, a former Division I wrestler, and the founder of JFLO Academy, widely regarded as one of grappling's top takedown coaches; he has coached athletes including Ronda Rousey, Dominick Cruz, Paddy Pimblett, and Cat Zingano. This stop is part of a broader Hawaii tour, with Flores also scheduled at other Oahu gyms around the same week. Expect an emphasis on judo and wrestling entries blended with jiu-jitsu control — the J-Flo signature — in a session open to grapplers looking to add reliable takedowns to their game. Check with Takojitsu directly for gi/no-gi format, belt-level guidance, and registration.
Justin Flores
Justin "J-Flo" Flores earned his BJJ black belt in 2020 under Fabio Santos after a decorated career in Judo, including a stint as an Olympic-level Judo coach for Team USA — he's best known as Ronda Rousey's judo/striking coach during her UFC run, and has also coached Cat Zingano, Dominick Cruz, and Jessica Penne. He teaches judo and wrestling for grapplers at Legion American Jiu-Jitsu in San Diego alongside Keenan Cornelius.
When is the Justin Flores seminar at Takojitsu?
August 15, 2026, in Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii.
Who is Justin Flores?
Also known as J-Flo, a BJJ black belt under Fabio Santos, former Division I wrestler, and founder of JFLO Academy, known as one of grappling's top takedown coaches.
Is this part of a larger tour?
Yes, Flores is teaching multiple stops on Oahu around this date, including other Honolulu-area gyms.
What will the seminar cover?
Expect takedown entries blending judo and wrestling with jiu-jitsu control, Flores' signature curriculum.
Is this seminar gi or no-gi?
Not specified in the listing; confirm with Takojitsu directly.
How do I register?
Contact Takojitsu directly for registration and pricing.
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