Philadelphia Jiu-Jitsu

Great school and great instruction .. one of Philly's true hidden gems.. I have trained with Damon Umholtz since 1997... a true pioneer in cross trained martial arts and MMA . Damon is a pragmatist with a passion for sport and respect of tradition.. long before it was popular to include multiple martial arts disciplines into sport and street application Damon Umholtz was. ""An open mind can never be full "" Damon has spent years trying everything so you don't have to. having already sorted out the most effective move techniques and styles I have seen him prepare his students for challenges in the cage the ring on the street and in life. Often in as little as a few months. more

For beginners and experienced fighters alike, finding a school to fit your needs at your level can be tough. When I was picking an MMA school to begin training a little under a year ago, class size and instructor were foremost on my list. Unlike most schools, where beginners tend to get lost in the masses, PJJ classes are intimate, and one on one instruction with Damon (a black belt for over 10 years) is a constant. And trust me, this isnt something you would find at most schools. I would highly recommend this school for beginners and experienced martial artists alike because the instructors are top notch, classes are personal and productive, and egos are non existent. You can step in and feel comfortable from day one. Also, i can tell you from experience, the price for the quality of instruction you receive in judo, jiu jitsu, muay thai, and weapons (yep, weapons) is unbeatable. I give this place two enthusiastic thumbs up, so if you are on the fence about where to begin, or continue, your training, come check out a class and you'll be hooked. more