Top-Rated Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Martial Arts Classes in El Dorado Hills

Gi Jiu Jitsu training at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, featuring students practicing grappling techniques in traditional Gi attire.

GI

  • For centuries, GI Jiu Jitsu has been a cornerstone of martial arts. Jiu Jitsu has stood the test of time and retained it’s popularity due to its formidable effectiveness in problem-solving and capacity for instilling discipline. The art of mastering something difficult or complex truly changes ones perspective. This martial art can be taught to anyone that is willing mentally and physically.

  • Professor Zach and/or Coach Scaggs

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu training at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, showcasing students practicing submission techniques without the traditional Gi.

NO-GI

  • Welcome to the world of Nogi Jiu Jitsu, a unique martial art combining wrestling, submission grappling, and competition-based technique. By blending elements of wrestling, judo, and high level submission grappling styles. Our Nogi Jiu Jitsu classes are designed to provide students with an immersive experience that allows them to explore and grow in the discipline.

    Students will learn to attack with a variety of submissions, defense and counter attacks, takedowns, throws and guard play using techniques deployed by the highest-level grapplers.

    During our classes, students learn how to put their opponents in compromising positions while defending against attacks from various angles. We not only teach basic jiu jitsu techniques like throws and submissions holds but also focus on proper technique as well as drilling combinations and strategies for competition matches.

    Beyond instruction from professional coaches, our classes feature a positive learning environment where students can safely learn these techniques under professional supervision. Students will be able to safely roll with each other without fear of injury in order to practice their skills in a controlled environment so they can gain confidence before hitting the mats during competitive matches.

    Experience the best Nogi Jiu Jitsu program around here at Zach Striplin Jiu Jitsu. Our expert coaches will show you the ropes of the discipline while focusing on technique and safety so you can dominate any opponent you come across!

  • Professor Zach

Leglocks training at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, featuring students focusing on advanced leg lock submission techniques

WRESTLING & LEGLOCKS

  • This class is high paced for No Gi submission grappling. Wrestling is one of the most solid bases you can develop for combat sports. The leg lock portion of this class is directly in relation to the ever evolving sport of submission grappling. To truly understand the sport and be competitive, one must develop skills from top to bottom, head to toe. Mental and physical capabilities will be tested.

  • Professor Zach

Talk to a coach at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, where experienced instructors are available to guide you through your martial arts journey.

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Muay Thai training at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, featuring students practicing striking techniques with punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes under expert instruction.

MUAY THAI & KICKBOXING

  • Muay Thai is Thailand’s national sport that has withstood the test of time. This particular fighting style originated on survival and in defense of the country. It has now become one of the most recognized fighting styles- popularized by its effectiveness and use in combat sports. Muay Thai showcases technical ability, heart, respect, and a deep history, always proving its value in the striking arts.

  • Professor Zach

Youth martial arts class at Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills Jiu Jitsu Academy, with young students learning Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai techniques in a fun, supportive environment.

YOUTH CLASS

  • Youth Class is dedicated to give young students the best possible skills, mindset, and guidance to help them become not just great martial artists- but great people. Disciplined young students will be given the outlet they need to positively grow and develop into great practitioners and/or competitors of the sport of Jiu Jitsu.

  • Coach Tash