Summit County Jiu Jitsu

09/07/2026

To all of our team thank you for all your dedication and hard work.

08/29/2026

Congratulations Luis!

At just 14, Luis stepped up to compete in the adult division at the Pit Boss Tournament and took 2nd place. Then capped it off by earning his grey belt today.

Proud of you, Luis!

08/27/2026

Guest instructor this Monday August 31! Heston is a very well rounded martial artist with an impressive competitive career! Don’t want to miss an opportunity to learn from someone with combat experience

08/17/2026

Some people grow up in a sport. Others become a living example of what that sport can build in a person.

Coach James is a dedicated student, athlete, and coach who has been putting in the work since he was just 8 years old. Day in and day out, he has continued to show up, train, learn, and push himself to become better.

Over the years, he has developed into an incredibly well-rounded athlete, putting in the work across wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai. But what stands out even more than his skill is how far he has come and the person he has become along the way.

If Coach Ann is the loving heart of our gym, and Larry is the passion and soul, then James is the growth.

He has grown with us, just as we have grown with him. We have had the privilege of watching him evolve not only as an athlete, but as a coach, a leader, and a person. His journey has become part of our journey, and his growth is something we are incredibly proud to witness.

James represents what is possible when you truly commit yourself to something. He represents what can be built through hard work, consistency, discipline, and simply refusing to stop showing up.

His journey is a reminder that greatness doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built one day, one practice, one lesson, and one challenge at a time.

Coach James is a role model to his friends, his family, and especially to the next generation of athletes watching him. He leads by example and shows what happens when you trust the process and stay committed to it.

And the best part? We still haven’t seen how high his ceiling is.

Coach James, thank you for not only being an incredible athlete, but for choosing to share your knowledge, experience, and passion with all of us. We are so grateful to have you as a coach and genuinely grateful that you are part of our gym.

We’re proud of how far you’ve come, excited for where you’re going, and lucky to be able to watch the journey unfold.

Your future is only getting started.

08/17/2026

Coach Ann is the kind of person who brings light with her wherever she goes. She is bubbly, always smiling, always encouraging, and somehow always there when you need her. She is the person who will stop what she’s doing to help you, teach you, listen to you, and remind you that you’re capable of more than you think.
She is kind, gentle, patient, and understanding, but don’t let that softness fool you. Coach Ann is a fierce fighter who has earned every bit of respect she receives. She is dedicated to her craft and should be taken very seriously both as an athlete and as a coach.
She has come a long way, literally and figuratively, moving across the country and making Summit County her home. Along the way, she has become someone who gives so much of herself to the people around her, you can find her coaching jujutsu on Monday and Thursday nights.
Because Coach Ann teaches us more than just what happens on the mat. She teaches us how to believe in ourselves. She teaches us to keep showing up, to trust the process, and to find strength even when we don’t think we have any left.
If James represents the growth and Sensei Lawrence represents the passion and soul. Coach Ann is without a doubt the heart of our gym.
She gives without hesitation, encourages without judgment, and makes the people around her better simply by being there.
Coach Ann, thank you for being the glowing heart of this gym. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, your strength, your endless encouragement, and for always being someone we can count on. We are so lucky to have you, and this place wouldn’t be the same without you.

08/17/2026

There are some people who walk into a gym and become so much more than a coach. Sensei Lawrence ( Coach Larry) is one of those people.
He moved all the way across the country and found a home in summit county and in our gym. He shows up every single day with the same dedication, passion, and heart no matter what. He wakes up incredibly early, makes the long commute, and does it because he believes in this gym and, more importantly, he believes in the people who walk through its doors.
As a Muay Thai instructor and Jujutsu instructor, Sensei Lawrence brings an incredible depth of knowledge, experience, and passion to everything he teaches. But what makes him truly special is how much of himself he gives to his students.
He goes above and beyond. He shows up for our fights, supports us when things are hard, celebrates our wins, and genuinely wants to see every person around him grow. He gives so much of himself without asking for anything in return.
If James represents the growth and Coach Ann represents the heart, Sensei Lawrence is the passion and the fire behind our gym he is the soul. He brings intensity, dedication, and a love for the craft that inspires everyone around him to push a little harder and believe a little more in themselves.
Sensei Lawrence, thank you for everything you give to this place and to all of us. Thank you for waking up early, making the commute, showing up for your students, sharing your knowledge, and giving so much of yourself to help this gym and the people in it succeed. Your commitment doesn’t go unnoticed.
We are incredibly lucky to have you in our corner, and this gym wouldn’t be the same without your passion, your fire, and your unwavering dedication.
Some people coach. Some people lead. And some people become part of the very soul of a gym. Sensei Lawrence is absolutely one of those people.

08/16/2026

Stronger together!
Coach Ann is keeping the women of Summit County strong, confident, and prepared.
Learning self-defense isn’t just about knowing what to do in the moment. It’s about building confidence, awareness, control, and community.
When women learn together, we empower each other to feel stronger, safer, and more capable.
Train smart. Stay strong. Look out for one another.

08/13/2026

FREE Women’s Self-Defense Class this Friday, August 14th, with Coach Ann!
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Join us for a chance to learn practical safety skills, build confidence, and support the women in our community.

08/04/2026

The only thing standing out around here is your belt.

07/14/2026