About a year ago, I knew it was time to take my health and fitness seriously. When your gut walks into the room five minutes before you do, it’s time for a change! After being encouraged to consider Texarkana Jiu-Jitsu by a friend, a decided to give it a shot. I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Everyone was welcoming and friendly, the encouragement and camaraderie I’ve experienced from everyone has been fantastic. I’ve dropped 25lbs so far and become much more intentional with my diet. Jiu-Jitsu has changed the way I approach many things. If you’re looking to make a change, Jiu-Jitsu will change you!
I have been training at Texarkana Jiu Jitsu for nearly 2 years. It is the best place to train no matter what your physical condition is. It’s a family friendly place for people of all ages.
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu welcomed me with open arms. The ladies there took me in and have been the best at helping me build confidence. Marc (Coach) has an enormous amount of knowledge and skill. His instructions are precise and easy to follow. The best part is that the group as a whole wants you to learn and get better. You are not a burden as a newbie.
If you are interested in training, I highly recommend coming to Texarkana Jiu-Jitsu! They work with all skill levels… which mine was no skill. Great coaches and teammates that make you feel like family! My son and I both train and love it!! It has helped him learn to be more disciplined and focused! You will not be disappointed!
3 months in and it just keeps getting better every class! My 13 year old son and I absolutely love the journey we are on with Texarkana Brazilian JiuJitsu. The atmosphere is phenomenal! No ego’s on the mat only respect and the drive to see each other succeed! You will meet people from all walks of life on the mat and learn something from them each and every time. The first two months were tough due to my lack of physical conditioning but the drills and free rolling have changed that. I feel better physically and mentally. I love the changes I see in my son in his confidence and his desire to train as much as he can. Our journey has only just begun and we are both looking forward to it. If your considering checking Texarkana Brazilian JiuJitsu out we highly recommend it. Swing by and check it out who knows you might join us on our journey.
If your looking for life’s next challenge or think your the toughest person on the block. Then this is the place for you there is a wealth of skill, knowledge and a more than welcoming atmosphere to crush your ego but not your soul!
I walked into Texarkana Jiu Jitsu in February. I didn't know that my life would change that night. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. No big egos. Just really cool people training together. I've lost 50 lbs in four months, and off medication. This gym has literally saved my life. If you want to learn the most effective martial art from a great, knowledgeable coach, Marc Hagebusch is your guy. There isn't another gym around where you'll train under a 3rd degree black belt. Give Texarkana Jiu Jitsu a try. It WILL change your life too!
Great instructor and a very nice facility.
Jiu Jitsu helps with more than just a martial arts skill. The instructors and members of the class will help your confidence, cardio, and much more. Highly recommend.
Great people doing something outstanding for their community. Respected leaders in their industry. Humble helpful and professional.
Rank In BJJ and Other Ju Jitsu Martial Arts Often when a person begins training in martial arts they are interested in better understanding rank. Even before starting a program, a person may wonder what the rank of the instructors or other students means. In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, rank is primarily determined by performance within […]
A recent question on Quora that Coach Marc Hagebusch answered… How necessary is it to learn Judo to be competitive in the Gi BJJ? I want to answer this in 2 ways. You can definitely be successful in Gi BJJ competition without learning judo. Modern Jiu Jitsu often involves pulling guard which does not require […]
Our head coach years ago with Olympic gold medalist, Mark Shultz. Wrestling is an important part of Jiu Jitsu. Many wrestling techniques have been adopted into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The growth of ADCC no gi rules events in addition to MMA have fueled even more wrestling utilization in Jiu Jitsu. #TexarkanaJiuJitsu #BrazilianJiuJitsu #gfteam
I’ve previously written about how martial arts classes can help kids be less destructive. They learn how to control their bodies. Now, I want to talk about a related issue. Any parent of young kids knows that their energy seems boundless. It can be a challenge to keep up! Many parents end the day exhausted […]
Many Parents Put Their Kids In Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes To Help Them Develop Confidence, Fitness, and Self Defense Skills. Often their son or child is being bullied or just doesn’t seem to fit in with other kids. We can help! We work with kids to help them see that they are much more […]
Martial Arts Helps Kids Develop Coordination and Athleticism… Even If They Aren’t Naturally Athletic At All! Kids come in all shapes, sizes, and attributes. Some kids seem to be born with natural grace and athletic ability. Other kids struggle with physical coordination and athletics. Anything they achieve in terms of physical fitness requires more work […]
The early days of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Texarkana. This picture was taken June 2003, 4 years after Coach Marc Hagebusch started teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, wrestling, and judo in Texarkana. It shows some of our earliest students working on some techniques over 15 years ago. Texarkana Jiu Jitsu brought Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, […]
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu Head Coach, 4th Degree Black Belt Marc Hagebusch, teaches a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar in Little Rock. This was a great time with our fellow Grappling Fight Team friends at Westside MMA in Little Rock Arkansas! If you’re in the Little Rock area and interested in martial arts training whether it’s Brazilian […]
GFTeam wins overall team at Conway AGF yesterday. Texarkana Jiu Jitsu brings a small team to AGF Conway yesterday performing well and brings home… 6 gold medals 2 silver medals and 5 bronze medals Great work GFTeam Texarkana! Visit Texarkana Jiu Jitsu’s facebook page for pictures of the competition this past Saturday. […]
If you are looking for a “Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Near Me,” in Texarkana you’ve come to the right place! We specialize in helping Texarkana kids, teens, adult men and women get started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (often referred to as “BJJ” or Gracie Jiu Jitsu due to the Gracie’s influence on spreading the martial art). […]
Texarkana Jiu Jitsu’s adult class practicing a basic skill, armbar from the guard. You’ve probably seen UFC matches where a fighter gets taken down but is able to win from the bottom using this devastatingly effective submission. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is an important part of MMA that every day people can take up at any […]
GFTeam Black Belt Rodolfo Vieira Remains Undefeated in MMA. The Blackbelt Hunter adds another to his list. Vieira submits Piechota in his Octagon debut! #UFCUruguay pic.twitter.com/oJe0MQml9n — UFC (@ufc) August 11, 2019 Vieira chokes out his tough, experienced opponent and fellow BJJ black belt Oskar Piechota at UFC Uruguay last night. Vieira won by arm […]