Waxhaw Jiu Jitsu

Waxhaw Jiu Jitsu Academy is a community-focused martial arts academy in Waxhaw, North Carolina, offering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for adults and children. Proudly affiliated with the Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu team, the academy welcomes people of different experience and fitness levels, including beginners and those returning to training. Its programs are designed to develop technical ability, physical fitness, confidence, resilience, and practical skills for self-defense, while fostering a supportive, family-friendly community.

Classes include adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, women’s-only Jiu Jitsu, and youth Jiu Jitsu, where students can build skills and friendships. The academy also offers striking instruction focused on self-defense, conditioning, and martial arts technique, as well as fitness kickboxing combining group exercise with strength and striking skills. Waxhaw Jiu Jitsu Academy encourages prospective students to experience its culture through a free trial week and offers class schedules, membership options, and opportunities to meet its leadership team. The academy’s approach emphasizes personal development both on and off the mat, alongside caring for teammates and contributing to the local community.