The training philosophy at Carpe Diem Kofu emphasizes discipline, respect, and technical excellence. The gym offers a structured curriculum that progresses from fundamental movement patterns through advanced competition techniques. Classes include mat-based conditioning exercises, technical instruction, positional drilling, and live sparring (free mat). The academy also provides MMA and kickboxing training through instructor Kojima, giving students a well-rounded martial arts education.
Head instructor Kotetsu Ichihashi leads the academy with extensive experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The coaching staff also includes Tsuyoshi Suzuki, who teaches advanced classes. Both instructors focus on creating a welcoming environment for beginners while maintaining high standards for competitive students. The facility features full mat space, changing rooms, parking, and weight training equipment available during open hours.
Kofu, Japan
Head Instructor
Kotetsu Ichihashi
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Class Schedule
Monday (4 classes)
Gi
Technical instruction for all belt levels with positional sparring. Focus on technique refinement and application.
All Belt
Technical instruction for all belt levels with positional sparring. Focus on technique refinement and application.
Competition
High-repetition drilling to build speed, precision, and muscle memory. Practice techniques until they become automatic.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
Tuesday (6 classes)
Basic
Mat-based conditioning and fundamental movements. Perfect for building base fitness and learning essential BJJ body mechanics.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
All Belt
Technical instruction for all belt levels with positional sparring. Focus on technique refinement and application.
Kids
BJJ program for children focusing on discipline, respect, mat movement, technique drills, and sparring. Ages 4 to elementary school.
Grappling
High-repetition drilling to build speed, precision, and muscle memory. Practice techniques until they become automatic.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
Wednesday (4 classes)
Kids
BJJ program for children focusing on discipline, respect, mat movement, technique drills, and sparring. Ages 4 to elementary school.
Kids Gi
BJJ program for children focusing on discipline, respect, mat movement, technique drills, and sparring. Ages 4 to elementary school.
Basic
Mat-based conditioning and fundamental movements. Perfect for building base fitness and learning essential BJJ body mechanics.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
Thursday (3 classes)
All Belt
Technical instruction for all belt levels with positional sparring. Focus on technique refinement and application.
Wrestling
High-repetition drilling to build speed, precision, and muscle memory. Practice techniques until they become automatic.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
Friday (4 classes)
Gi
Technical instruction for all belt levels with positional sparring. Focus on technique refinement and application.
Basic
Mat-based conditioning and fundamental movements. Perfect for building base fitness and learning essential BJJ body mechanics.
Competition
High-repetition drilling to build speed, precision, and muscle memory. Practice techniques until they become automatic.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
Saturday (2 classes)
Basic
Mat-based conditioning and fundamental movements. Perfect for building base fitness and learning essential BJJ body mechanics.
Free Mat
Open sparring sessions to practice techniques learned in class. Test your skills in live rolling.
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