Jiu Jitsu Dojos in Terre Haute

Terre Haute, IN - 47807 | (812) 460-0958

Details: Jack McVicker is a graduate of Indiana State University with a degree in criminology. Having trained in a number of different disciplines of martial arts since the age of 13, Jack has dedicated his life to teaching others and helping each person maximize his or her own unique skills and attributes so that his art works for them — on an individual basis. On a professional level, Jack is a 3rd degree Black Belt in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under legendary instructor Wellington “Megaton” Dias. Jack is also certified by the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). Jack has been actively competing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 20 years. He is 2013 World Jiu-Jitsu Champion. At black belt level, he is a 5x Pan Jiu Jitsu Champion, 4x European Open Champion, 6x World No Gi Jiu Jitsu Champion, and 2x European No Gi Champion. In addition to BJJ, Jack is also certified in Bruce Lee’s art of Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts (Kali) under legendary instructors Dan Inosanto and Paul Vunak. Jack still considers himself a student of martial arts. That helps to keep his passion alive for his students. Although Jack hones his skills by competing in tournaments, his strength and true passion is teaching others. While many martial arts instructors hold various jobs during the week and teach only in the evening or weekends, Jack makes his living teaching others. It is all he does, and it shows in his students –many of whom have won Jiu Jitsu Championships and Mixed Martial Arts belts