Welcome to Det North Brazilian Jiu Jitsu of Traverse City
Are you ready to completely change up your fitness routine, then look no further. At Detachment North BJJ we know that everyone is capable of great success. The art of Jiu Jitsu is not only amazing in improving the body but it enhances the mind & soul as well. Det North BJJ Program will help you master self-defense and build empowering confidence for a lifetime.
how bjj improves your life...
EMPOWERING
Strength of body, strength of mind, strength of spirit. Jiu Jitsu training uniquely empowers through greater confidence in all aspects of life.
Self defense
The fastest growing martial art for a reason. Effective realistic personal protections skills that enable smaller individuals to defeat larger opponents without have to harm them.
community
The instructors are welcoming, the training space is inviting, fellow members are friendly - the encouraging & supportive sense of comradery in Jiu Jitsu is like no other.
life balance
The ability to unplug and focus on solving problems and mastering Jiu Jitsu is great for reducing stress. And, although BJJ is challenging training it is above all else FUN!
jiu jitsu classes for all ages and skill levels
BJJ Kids Class (Ages 7-12)
In the BJJ Kids Class we focus on the basic movements of Jiu Jitsu for a younger athlete. This class uses skill building games to ensure that the students are having FUN while also learning patience, problem solving, and self-discipline. The students will also be gaining essential self defense and confidence as they acquire the fundamental building blocks of a humble yet skilled martial artist. Furthermore, BJJ training is great for youth wrestlers looking to keep their edge on the mats in the off season, vital cross training for boys and girl focused on other sports to avoid becoming injury prone, build more baseline athleticism and simply burn off all that extra kid energy!
BJJ Beginning Fundamentals
(Ages 13+)
In the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Beginning Fundamentals Class we focus on just that - the Fundamentals of the art form. This class is ideal for brand new beginning students and newer color belts looking to grasp on the basics of BJJ. This class will cover essential mat movement skills, defensive and offensive positioning, primary submission techniques and the accompanying defenses & counters. There is some instructional technical rolling but no free grappling in this class. The Beginning Fundaments is a Gi Class (with a traditional BJJ uniform)
BJJ All
Levels Class
(Ages 13+)
In the BJJ All Levels Class we focus on taking the core techniques of Jiu Jitsu and enhancing them to form an effective BJJ "Game" suitable and adaptive to each individual student's strengths and attributes. Instructors will assist the Jiu Jitsu athletes in honing their basic skills and tactics to create their own "signature" style of BJJ. The All Levels Classes are both Gi (with a traditional BJJ uniform) and No-Gi (shorts and a t-shirt).
Technique drilling is followed by free grappling in this class.
Weekly Class Schedule
Monday
All Levels Gi
7:15-8:30pm
Wednesday
Kids BJJ Gi
6:15-7:05pm
All Levels No-Gi
7:15-8:30pm
Thursday
Fundamentals Gi
7:15-8:15pm
Friday
All Levels No-Gi
6:00-7:00am
Saturday
Fundmentals Gi
11:40-12:40pm
Meet The Instructors
Kevin Shoults
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Gustavo Machado BJJ Black Belt
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Co-Head Instructor
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7th Degree TKD Black Belt
Justin Sheehan
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Gustavo Machado BJJ Black Belt
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Co-Head Instructor
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Former Navy Seal - Over 20 Years of Combatives Training
Brandi Dunnill
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BJJ Blue Belt
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Kids BJJ Instructor
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2nd Degree TKD Black Belt
Our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Lineage
Gustavo "Guga" Machado - founder of the GMBJJ Association (6th Degree Black Belt) was born in 1974 in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. He started his Jiu Jitsu training at the Oficina do Corpo Academy under Professor Jean Jacques Machado. When his original professor moved to America, Gustavo became a member of the Gracie Barra Academy under Professor Carlos Gracie Jr. An elite competitor throughout his training, Gustavo eventually relocated to the United States in 1998. Gustavo was awarded his black belt by Roberto "Gordo" Correa - a Gracie Barra Head Instructor. And, most recently received his 6th Degree Black Belt in 2024.
The World Headquarters for Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is located in Virginia Beach. Gustavo has dedicated his life to teaching and spreading the understanding of technique that he has mastered from his teachers in Brazil. The Gustavo Machado Team has become both nationally and internationally renowned with many champions on the mat. In addition to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu accomplishments, Gustavo also had the opportunity to work closely with Law Enforcement and Special Operations units from the United States Navy, Marine Corps and Army.
Free Introductory Lesson Offer
Ready to take that first step in your brazilian jiu jitsu journey today?
Cool, so what happens next???
1. Just fill out the info form below or give us a quick call at 932-4300.
2. One of our instructors will email or call you to schedule your FREE Introductory BJJ lesson.
3. And just wear comfortable clothes, bring a water bottle and get ready to learn, make friends and have fun. Please feel free to invite a family member or friend as well - all our welcome!
To register for classes, schedule a free introductory session or to get more info please submit the form below.