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Kraken Jiu-Jitsu - Ardmore

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Kraken Jiu-Jitsu - Ardmore

Quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo instruction for adults and kids ages 6+, conveniently located in downtown Ardmore.

Head instructor Kyle Mattson is ranked under the acclaimed 6th Degree Black Belt, Master Renato Tavares!

06/09/2026

What an incredible honor to be part of such a strong and respected lineage in Jiu-Jitsu. Being ranked under Master Renato Tavares represents more than just achievement on the mats. It speaks to the legacy, character, knowledge, standards, and tradition being carried forward for future generations.

As they say iron sharpens iron, the room you are in matters, as much as the people and things you surround yourself with🥋⚔️

06/02/2026

Earned Through Effort

When you get promoted in Jiu-Jitsu, understand something:
You earned it.

Every stripe, every belt, every step forward came from the hours you put in. The hard rounds. The frustrating days. The moments you wanted to quit but kept showing up anyway.
At Kraken Jiu-Jitsu, promotions aren’t handed out for nothing.
They’re earned through consistency, growth, and proving to yourself that you’re improving little by little every time you step on the mat.

So never question your promotion.
Trust the work you put in. Trust the journey. And keep moving forward.
Want to start your own journey? Come train with us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

05/28/2026

Welcome to the Shark Tank 🦈

One moment you’re fine…

The next, you’re trying to survive Jiu-Jitsu while someone wearing boxing gloves is aggressively testing your cardio.

At Kraken Jiu-Jitsu, promotions come with a tradition: the Shark Tank.

Everyone lines up. Everyone rolls with you. One minute each. And just to make things more interesting… your opponents get boxing gloves.

Fun? Technically.

Survivable? Mostly.

But moments like this are earned. Promotions don’t come easy, and neither does the respect that comes with them. It’s all part of the grind, the laughs, and the journey together.

Congratulations again to everyone promoted. You survived the Shark Tank… this time.

Think you can handle it? Come train with us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

05/26/2026

Thunderstruck ⚡

Ever tried the “Thunderstruck” warm up?
Sounds fun… until you’re halfway through questioning every life decision you’ve ever made.
Fast feet, nonstop movement, and perfect timing. Miss your cue, and everyone notices real quick.
Harder than it looks. Way harder.

But that’s part of Kraken Jiu-Jitsu. We push ourselves, laugh through the struggle, and keep moving even when we’re tired.

The kids worked hard and had fun doing it.
Want your child to build confidence, discipline, and resilience while having a blast? Come join us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

05/24/2026

Join us this Memorial Day for a Free Open Mat at Kraken Jiu Jitsu!

Date: May 25, 2026
Time: 10:00am–11:30am
Location: Kraken Jiu-Jitsu Ardmore | 19 W Broadway St, Ardmore, OK

All gyms welcome

Come train with us and be part of a great community!

05/22/2026

Where It Starts Matters

A match can be won or lost before it even hits the ground.

Takedowns decide who controls the pace, who dictates the position, and who’s reacting instead of attacking… the difference between being a defender or defenseless.

End up on top, and you’re working. End up on bottom, and you’re surviving.
That’s why we don’t skip this part.
At Kraken Jiu-Jitsu, we focus on getting you from standing to the ground with control—of yourself and your opponent. Balance, timing, and pressure… not just strength.

Because how it starts shapes everything that comes after.
Come train with us and build your game from the ground up.

05/20/2026

Position Before Submission

Chasing the finish too early is how you lose it all.
In Jiu-Jitsu, position comes first. Control the hips, secure your base, and make your pressure count. That’s what creates real submission opportunities.

Rush it, force it, get excited… and suddenly you’re the one in trouble.
A strong, solid foundation is what makes submissions work—not desperation.
At Kraken Jiu-Jitsu, we train control first so when the moment comes, the finish is there.
Slow it down. Build it right. Then take it.

Come train with us and sharpen the details that actually matter.

05/18/2026

Growing On and Off the Mats

Congratulations to all of our kids on their promotions.
Every stripe and every belt was earned through hard work, focus, and showing up ready to learn. Watching these kids grow in their confidence, discipline, and Jiu-Jitsu skills has been amazing to see.

Progress doesn’t happen overnight. It comes from consistency, effort, and not giving up when things get difficult-and these kids continue to prove that every class.
We’re proud of all of you and excited to watch you keep growing.

Want your child to build confidence, discipline, and real skills? Come join us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

05/15/2026

Earned, Not Given

Every stripe. Every belt. Every step forward.

None of it happens by accident.
The late nights, hard rounds, frustrating days, small improvements nobody else sees… it all adds up. Promotions in Jiu-Jitsu aren’t about showing up once in a while. They’re about consistency, effort, and continuing to push forward even when it gets hard.

We’re proud of everyone who earned their promotions. Your hard work shows every time you step on the mat.
And this is only the beginning.
Keep training. Keep learning. Keep growing.

Want to start your own journey? Come train with us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

05/13/2026

Welcome to Blue Belt 🟦⬛️⬛️🟦🟦🟦🟦

Congratulations to our newest blue belts.
You worked hard for this one… and now the real fun begins.
Blue belt is where things start making a little more sense—right before you realize how much more there is to learn. The rounds get tougher, expectations get higher, and somehow the white belts suddenly want to take your head off.

But that’s part of the journey.
Every late class, tough round, and frustrating moment paid off. You earned this through consistency, hard work, and continuing to show up.
We’re proud of all of you and excited to watch your Jiu-Jitsu keep growing.

Think you’re ready to start your own journey? Come train with us at Kraken Jiu-Jitsu.

Address

19 West Broadway
Ardmore, OK
73401

Opening Hours

Monday	4:15pm - 8pm
Tuesday	6pm - 8pm
Wednesday	6:15pm - 8pm
Thursday	5pm - 8pm
Friday	4:15pm - 8pm

Website

https://krakenardmore.com/

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