Jiu Jitsu Dojos in Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI - 53207 | (414) 248-3595

Details: We look at the study of martial arts as a study of life itself. Through the mastery of the skills of fighting, we learn to translate it’s lessons beyond the mats, and in every aspect of our lives. While learning the most primal of skill sets, you also develop an evolved state of compassion, and a gentler way of approaching life outside the studio. Our wide range of instructors and their artistic interpretation of the arts allows for infinite paths towards your individual goals. And we take liberty to learning from your path as well!

Milwaukee, WI - 53202 | (414) 248-3595

Details: Open since 2005, we believe in a “safety first” approach to the martial arts, in a laid back and playful environment that nurtures learning and camaraderie. We look after each other, building up the newbie from their first day onward. With our eclectic mix of instructors and training partners, we’re proud to share our mats with all walks of life, and our diversity contributes greatly to our individual and group mastery of the arts. We look forward to guiding your journey of study along the martial way.

Milwaukee, WI - 53204 | (414) 737-5315

Details: Pura Vida BJJ & MMA was founded in 2010, and is operated by Jake Klipp and Zak Ottow. We have three training spaces, including an 1,880 sq ft matted grappling room, an 18 foot hexagonal cage we use to train and for MMA competitions, and a striking room with Thai bags, round bags, speed bags, weights and cardio equipment. Our gym has a restroom and a separate shower, as well as lockers (bring your own locks). We are located in downtown Milwaukee, WI on 1st and Walker, one block south of National Ave. We trace our lineage through BJJ 3rd degree Black Belt Henry Matamoros, Pedro Sauer, and Rickson and Helio Gracie. We focus on a dynamic and flowing open guard system that was taught to us by Sensei Matamoros, and all of our technique is geared toward competition in MMA and pure self-defense. Our gym is a welcoming environment where students of any age and experience are always welcome to come in and train. Pura Vida BJJ & MMA has two main focuses. Our grappling program is a combination of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Folk-style Wrestling. Our striking incorporates concepts and techniques from Boxing, Kickboxing and Muay Thai. Our kid’s program features a dynamic combination of grappling and striking and we spend time with the children working on their leadership skills, specifically with our 14 leadership traits.

Milwaukee, WI - 53212 | (414) 477-8640

Details: Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts is Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s finest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts training facility. Owner and head coach Eric “Red” Schafer is a 9-time Ultimate Fighting Championship Veteran and a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Blackbelt under Professor Pedro Sauer. The gym officially opened in December of 2010, and has continued to improve and expand. Red Schafer MMA offers a full schedule of classes including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (in the gi), no-gi submission grappling, mixed martial arts (UFC-style), boxing, and kickboxing. The classes are UNLIMITED and all-inclusive to every member! The gym offers the best rates around including discounts to police, firefighters, and military veterans.

Milwaukee, WI - 53213 | (414) 453-5425

Details: Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s Roufusport MMA/Mixed Martial Arts Academy is considered by many to be one of the world’s premier schools for true beginners to serious competitors alike looking to learn MMA, Kickboxing/Muay Thai/Boxing, Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/Grappling/Wrestling and Self Defense - all while getting into GREAT SHAPE!

Milwaukee, WI - 53219 | (414) 520-7243

Details: Sage Arts Studio has been offering Martial Arts & Fitness training in the Milwaukee area since 1997. We offer a truly innovative Mixed-Martial Arts environment. Our training methods best suit those who are interested in a lifetime of development.