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Professor Anderson is a great instructor! He is very patient and I am amazed at how much our 9 year old son has learned from him in just a few months. Our son has some physical challenges and Professor Anderson works around them and helps him to do things in Jiu-Jitsu that I didn't think he would be able to do. Enrolling our son here has been one of the best things that we have done for him!
This is THE place to get your kids into. Professor Jeremy is OUTSTANDING with the kiddos, teaching them focus and discipline as well as life skills. My husband and I are so grateful for Professor Jeremy and all he has taught to our kiddos and will continue to do so in the future.
A month ago I walked into WJJA with my eight-year old daughter with a plan of introducing her to some sort of physical activity, as a long winter quickly approaches here in Minneapolis. I thought martial arts would be a great way for her to stay active… it was a soft sell. Just checking the place (WJJA) out, completely unannounced. Well, needless to say, what a difference a month makes. I (not my daughter) joined and if only I joined many moons ago. What a great time! Prof. Anderson and his team have really created a welcoming environment that adds up to the best workout and fellowship that money can buy. I’m 45, with zero martial arts or wrestling experience and never watched MMA. I truly can’t wait to get to class work up a great sweat, compete and learn. Hat’s off Prof. Anderson.
Professor Jeremy and his staff are great with kids. Very encouraging and good at building confidence. And based in the number of adults who appear for the next class, I'd guess he's good with them also. We drive 20+ miles round trip for each class, and WJJ is well worth it. Try it.
Started a month and a half ago, and turned out it was the best choice. Not only you work out, but learn self defense techniques while having fun. The environment at WJJ is more than friendly. Team members help each other out and Professor explains in detail the techniques. It is an excellent place to grow mentally, socially, and physically. Would recommend in a heartbeat!
I was a bit nervous before I entered the academy for the first time. I had no prior martial arts experience and had no idea how I would fare. Professor Anderson and the students made me feel very welcome from the start. Learning Jiu Jitsu (something completely out of my wheelhouse) has been a humbling and incredibly rewarding experience so far. Each time I go, it is one hour that completely frees my mind of any issues that might be swirling around in my noggin. It's my form of meditation. And I just received my first stripe on my white belt and cannot wait to continue my journey!
I’m a 40+ year old, 9-5, family guy that’s been training at WJJA 3 – 4x / week for the last 7 months. On any given day a guy like me trains with young national champion wrestlers, a world combat submission grappling champion and many larger, stronger talented guys and I have never had any fear for my safety. That is not the case in all gyms and it comes straight from Professor Anderson and filters down to everyone else in the room. He has built in our gym a strong sense of community and a real team that trains together and looks to improve each other every day through safe but intense training.
Professor Anderson has not just the qualification to teach but also the ability to transfer that knowledge in easily grasped blocks that he links together in a movement chain.
The consistent training has allowed me to see significant improvements in my flexibility, strength and overall durability. I haven’t felt this good since I was just out of college!
Can’t say enough good things about this place. I was fortunate enough to train here for two weeks while in town for work. The environment was friendly, welcoming, and safe, without a hint of ego. Their programs for both kids and adults are fantastic, and the instructors are equal parts passionate and knowledgeable. If you’re in the area and have been considering trying jiu-jitsu, wait no longer - you won’t regret going to World Jiu-Jitsu Academy!
Most people quit before they see the results. They expect progress to be linear, instant – like slipping a switch. But jiu jitsu doesn’t work like that. Neither does life. Some days you’ll feel unstoppable. Others, you’ll wonder if you’ve learned anything at all. That’s part of the game. They key is showing up anyway. […]
The mats don’t care how you feel. They only reflect what you do. Every session, you have two choices: show up or make excuses. Some days , you feel strong. Other days, you’re tired, sore, or frustrated. None of that matters. What matters is that you train. That you sharpen your technique. That you embrace […]
WEDNESDAY NIGHT KICKBOXING! Every Wednesday night, the mats come alive with our kids kickboxing class. From sharpening their striking skills to building confidence and discipline, these young athletes put in the work every single week! It’s more than just punches and kicks-it’s about learning control, focus, and perseverance. Shoutout to our dedicated coaches for creating […]
Jiu Jitsu teaches control, patience, and problem solving. Striking teaches distance, timing and power. Put them together? You get a complete martial artist. Our kids kickboxing program isn’t just about throwing punches and kicks-it’s about movement, discipline, and confidence. Learning to strike helps young athletes develop coordination, agility, and the ability to defend themselves in […]
Competition is in all of us. It’s more than just winning-it’s a test, a proving ground, a mirror, and if you look closely you’ll see who you really are. In Jiu Jitsu and in life, we crave that feeling of proving ourselves. But one wrong move…and it can all be taken away. This is […]
Saturday Recap at Grappling Industries Recap, highlights, and notes: Over 700 competitors registered for the tournament. We had 10 of our team members competing and we had first timers and a few people who’ve done this same tournament multiple times. On top of that, watching Nick V compete was nothing but amazing (all who […]
Feel that February lull? The New Year’s motivation has faded, and maybe you’re feeling it-the energy isn’t the same, the excuse get louder, and skipping a session seems easier. But guess what? Plenty of people are still showing up still putting in the work, still getting better. Discipline beats motivation every time. If you’re feeling […]
Kids earn their stripes on the mats, literally and figuratively. Jiu Jitsu is not like anything else. There’s immediate feedback. If you’re listening and focusing, you do it right. You execute. You win. If you’re distracted and not paying attention. You end up lost. And end up losing. Jiu Jitsu promotes positive behaviours because it […]
These men represent the heart and soul of our gym – some of the original members who have been with us from the start. More than just teammates, they’ve become mentors, coaches, and leaders who have helped shaped this gym into what it is today through their dedication, knowledge, and relentless work ethic, they’ve not […]
Earning your Purple belt in jiu jitsu isn’t about being your strongest or most gifted–it’s about grit, patience, and showing up even when it’s hard. It means you’ve faced struggles, learned to adapt, and proven that consistent effort beats raw talent overtime. It’s a symbol of your growth.