TRAINING
AT ASCEND.
A structured pathway from your first day to your best jiu jitsu — at whatever pace suits your life.
A structured curriculum for
long-term development
Training at Ascend is built around a clear, progressive curriculum designed to support students from their first class through to advanced practice.
Rather than chasing short-term results or relying on unstructured sessions, we teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu through defined training phases. Each phase builds on the last, allowing students to develop understanding, confidence, and consistency over time.
This structure is what allows people to train safely, progress steadily, and remain on the mats for years.
The Ascend Training Pathway
Training at Ascend follows four core stages:
L1
Beginners
A structured introduction to jiu jitsu. Safety, movement, core positions, and foundational skills. Built for complete beginners.
L2
Foundation
Core skills for white to blue belt progression. Six monthly themes covering takedowns, top control, guard fundamentals, passing, submissions, and integration. This is where your complete game begins to form.
L3
Intermediate
Intermediate development for blue and purple belt practitioners. Deeper technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and more complex positional play.
L4
Advanced
Advanced techniques, competition preparation, and personal game refinement. Separate tracks for Gi and No-Gi.
Not everyone moves through these stages at the same pace — and that is intentional.
Progress is based on understanding and readiness, not time served.
What we offer
Gi Classes
Gi classes at Ascend Jiu Jitsu focus on traditional jiu jitsu training using the gi.
Students learn grips, control, and submissions while developing technique, timing, and strategy in a structured, skill-building environment.
Nogi Classes
No-gi classes at Ascend Jiu Jitsu focus on fast-paced, grip-free training.
Students develop speed, control, and submission skills while learning to adapt techniques without the gi, sharpening their overall Jiu Jitsu game.
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Kids and Teens classes
Our kids’ classes at Ascend Jiu Jitsu teach children discipline, confidence, and basic jiu jitsu skills in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
Classes focus on movement, coordination, and respect while keeping every session engaging and age-appropriate.
Women's Classes
Our women’s classes at Ascend Jiu Jitsu are beginner-friendly, supportive, and focused on building confidence on the mats.
They offer a safe space to learn, drill, and roll with guidance from experienced coaches, all within a welcoming community of women.
Open Mat
Open mat at Ascend Jiu Jitsu gives members the freedom to self-study, drill, roll, and explore techniques at their own pace.
It’s a space to experiment, practice with different partners, and focus on areas you want to improve without a formal class structure.
Optional, supported, never mandatory
Competition
Some students compete regularly and achieve excellent results.
Many never compete at all.
Both paths are equally valued.
If competition interests you, we offer:
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Dedicated advanced training sessions
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Competition-specific preparation
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Coaching support and cornering at events
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A culture that frames competition as learning, not dominance
Memberships
Memberships
Essential
50
Every month
Perfect for those with flexible work hours.
Valid until canceled
Unlimited off-peak classes
4 peak time classes per month
Open mat
Member discount for Anytime Fitness
Elite
70
Every month
Get access to all classes and jumpstart your training
Valid until canceled
Access all peak and off-peak classes
Open mat
Member discount for Anytime Fitness
Kids and Teens Essential
25
Help your child to build healthy lifestyle habits, self confidence and sportsmanship with us.
Valid until canceled
Monthly membership
1 class per week
Insured, DBS certified and first aid trained instructors
Member discount for one parent for Anytime Fitness
Kids & Teens Elite
40
Every month
Help your child to build healthy lifestyle habits, self confidence and sportsmanship with us.
Valid until canceled
Monthly membership
2 classes per week
Insured, DBS certified and first aid trained instructors.
Member discount for one parent at Anytime Fitness
We offer flexible membership options with no long-term contracts.
