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Experience expert Jiu-Jitsu training for all ages. Learn real self-defense, improve fitness, and join a supportive community dedicated to growth on and off the mats.

"I've been here for just over three years. It's helped me with confidence, self-esteem. Everybody is just really encouraging and helpful."

— Brian Delger, 3+ years at IJJ Michigan
★★★★★ 5.0 · 100 reviews · 🏆 IBJJF Medalists · 🥋 Atos Affiliate

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✓ Gi (kimono) provided free during your trial ✓ Morning & afternoon classes — 7 days/week ✓ We'll contact you within 1 hour to schedule
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★★★★★

5.0 · 100 Reviews

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Medalists

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NAGA · New Breed

Champions

🗓 7 Days of classes per week
🏆 3 Overall titles in 2024
👥 14+ Instructors on staff
⭐ 5.0 100 Google reviews

What our students say.

★★★★★

"I'm a 45 year old woman who had never done any martial arts. I was terrified. The women's class and Eva made all the difference. A year later I have a blue belt and more confidence than I've ever had in my life."

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Carla W.

Adult student · 1+ year

★★★★★

"I started BJJ here about 6 months ago. Best decision I've made in a long time. Lost 20 lbs, made great friends and my stress levels are way down. Coach Nick and the whole staff are world class."

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Dave Zach

Adult student · 6 months

★★★★★

"Started at 37 with zero martial arts experience. I was nervous but the coaches made it so easy to get started. A year later I'm in the best shape of my life and I've made friends I didn't expect to make at my age."

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Marcus T.

Adult student · 1 year

★★★★★

"Joined about 8 months ago after my doctor told me I needed to do something active. Haven't looked back. Lost weight, sleep better, way less stressed. The team here genuinely feels like family."

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Justin Palmer

Adult student · 8 months

★★★★★

"My husband and I both train here. The women's fundamentals class is incredible — Eva is an amazing coach. I felt intimidated at first but within two weeks I felt completely at home. Now I can't imagine not training."

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Rachel Torres

Adult student · 1+ year

★★★★★

"Been training for 2 years now. When I started I couldn't do a pushup. Now I compete. The progression here is real. Coach Nick pushes you at exactly the right pace."

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Heather M.

Adult student · 2 years

★★★★★

"I've been training here for a little over a year now, I absolutely love it. Great coaches, great training partners and an overall great environment. For anyone interested in learning self defense, getting in better shape or even just a fun healthy hobby, this is the place to be!"

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Collin Smith

Adult student · 1+ year

★★★★★

"Six months in and I finally feel like I belong somewhere. I moved to Muskegon two years ago and hadn't found my people until I walked into Island BJJ. The aloha culture is real — no politics, no drama, just training."

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Kevin S.

Adult student · 6 months

★★★★★

"Clean gym, excellent instruction, no ego. Exactly what you want. Nick runs a tight ship but it's welcoming to anyone regardless of experience."

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Tom Lakeshore

Adult student

★★★★★

"Great team/family vibe. You will never feel better then after an hour and a half of fending off strangle holds from people in pajamas."

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Gary Hall

Adult student

Hear it from those who've been there.

Depoimento de Brian Delger
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★★★★★

"I signed my two sons up first — then after watching them, I had to get on the mats myself. Three years later, it's built confidence and self-esteem in all of us."

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Brian Delger

Adult student · 3+ years training

Depoimento de Enrique Avila
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★★★★★

"I waited almost more than 10 years to start. Your brain feels amazing afterwards, like a meditation. Island Jiu-Jitsu is a community of friendly learning. It changed my life."

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Enrique Avila

Adult student · 3 years training

Depoimento de Collin Smith
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★★★★★

"Mentally and physically, I've gotten in a lot better shape. It's helped me with a lot of mental struggles. Just come try it — it changed my life a lot."

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Collin Smith

Adult student

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Learn from those who compete at the highest level.

Nick Jones

Nick Jones

Black Belt 1st Degree — Atos
  • Training since 2009 — NAGA, New Breed, Arnold's, Hawaii Triple Crown
  • Trained at Atos HQ, AOJ, Clark Gracie, Robert Drysdale HQ
  • Trained with Rafa Mendes, André Galvão, JT Torres, Josh Hinger

"West Michigan's first Atos black belt. Detail-oriented instruction for every level — fundamentals are never shortchanged as students progress."

Vincent Rennells

Vincent Rennells

Brown Belt — Atos
  • Training since 2006 — boxing, taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu
  • Amateur MMA record: 3-1
  • Leading morning fundamentals since 2019

"Always eager to learn and grow both inside and outside the gym. Constantly pushing students to help them reach their goals."

Kayla Hooker

Kayla Hooker

Blue Belt — Atos
  • Training at the Academy since 2019
  • IBJJF Pan American 2024 — Bronze medalist
  • Medals in Gi & No-Gi at two IBJJF tournaments

"Kayla has been training Jiu-Jitsu at the Academy since 2019 and trains nearly every day. She has competed at the white and blue belt levels at local tournaments, consistently hitting the podium. She has placed at two IBJJF tournaments, earning medals in both Gi and No-Gi at both of her showings, including a bronze medal at the 2024 Pan IBJJF Championship with three submissions."

Where champions train — and beginners become champions.

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Common questions.

Do I need experience to start? +

No. We thrive on teaching Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense to everyone at all stages of the journey — from people stepping on the mat for the first time to advanced students preparing for competition.

Do I need to buy a uniform for the trial week? +

No. The uniform is provided by the academy during your free trial week. Just show up.

What classes are available for adults? +

Adult Fundamental, Adult Mixed Level, and Women Fundamental classes. Morning and evening classes are available Monday–Friday, with training opportunities every day of the week.

What happens after the free week? Is there a contract? +

After the week, an instructor has a quick conversation about your goals and presents the membership options. There's no mandatory long-term contract. You continue because you want to.

What is the vibe like at Island BJJ? +

The vibe is laid back when you walk in the doors. At Island Jiu-Jitsu Michigan, we want you to focus on the training, not the politics. We thrive on teaching Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense to everyone at all stages of the journey.