Head instructor and owner Chris Jones is a BJJ black belt who received his rank from renowned coach Amal Easton in 2011. Jones began training in 1999 under UFC fighter Jorge Gurgel, earned his blue belt from Marcus Aurielo in Brazil, and trained with legendary coaches including Gokor Chivichyan. As a competitor, Jones maintained a perfect 5-0 professional MMA record and won the Rocky Mountain National welterweight championship in 2010. General Manager Matt Young, also a BJJ black belt, has over 12 years of experience and leads the kids and teens programs. The academy is also home to Nico de Haan, a 4th degree black belt who trains under Professor Eduardo de Lima and won gold at the 2012 PAN Jiu Jitsu Championship. The women's program is led by brown belt Shiann Swapp, who has been training at DMAA since 2006.
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Class Schedule
Monday (8 classes)
All Level No Gi BJJ
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Junior BJJ (Ages 4-6)
Junior Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program for young children ages 4-6, introducing fundamental movements and discipline.
Kids Kickboxing (Ages 7-11)
Kickboxing classes for children ages 7-11, teaching striking fundamentals and building fitness.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Intro to MMA
Introduction to Mixed Martial Arts combining striking, submission wrestling, and takedowns.
BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, positions, and submissions. Great for teens and adults new to BJJ.
Sparring
Live sparring sessions for practicing techniques under realistic conditions.
Tuesday (10 classes)
All Level BJJ - Gi (Nico)
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Judo
Judo training focusing on throws, takedowns, holds and leverage to unbalance opponents.
All Level BJJ
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Kids BJJ (Ages 7-11)
Kids Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program helping children find their inner strength, develop focus, and instill discipline through BJJ training.
Adult BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, positions, and submissions. Great for teens and adults new to BJJ.
All Level BJJ
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Women's Kickboxing
Women-only kickboxing classes providing a supportive environment for learning striking techniques and getting fit.
Submission Grappling (No Gi)
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
Women's BJJ
Women-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focusing on effective self-defense and providing an intense workout in a supportive atmosphere.
Wednesday (10 classes)
All Level BJJ - No Gi
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
All Level No Gi BJJ
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Junior BJJ (Ages 4-6)
Junior Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program for young children ages 4-6, introducing fundamental movements and discipline.
Kids Kickboxing (Ages 7-11)
Kickboxing classes for children ages 7-11, teaching striking fundamentals and building fitness.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Intro to MMA
Introduction to Mixed Martial Arts combining striking, submission wrestling, and takedowns.
BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, positions, and submissions. Great for teens and adults new to BJJ.
Judo
Judo training focusing on throws, takedowns, holds and leverage to unbalance opponents.
Sparring
Live sparring sessions for practicing techniques under realistic conditions.
Thursday (9 classes)
All Level BJJ - Gi (Nico)
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
All Level BJJ
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Kids BJJ (Ages 7-11)
Kids Brazilian Jiu-jitsu program helping children find their inner strength, develop focus, and instill discipline through BJJ training.
Adult BJJ Fundamentals
Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on core techniques, positions, and submissions. Great for teens and adults new to BJJ.
All Level BJJ
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Women's Kickboxing
Women-only kickboxing classes providing a supportive environment for learning striking techniques and getting fit.
Submission Grappling (No Gi)
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
Women's BJJ
Women-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes focusing on effective self-defense and providing an intense workout in a supportive atmosphere.
Friday (4 classes)
All Level BJJ - No Gi
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling for all levels. Similar to MMA training without strikes.
Women's Self Defense
Self-defense techniques specifically designed for women's safety and empowerment.
All Level BJJ
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Kickboxing
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
Saturday (3 classes)
All Level BJJ - Gi (Nico)
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
BJJ Open Mat
Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for practitioners of all experience levels. Focuses on technique refinement and live training.
Kickboxing Open Mat
Muay Thai kickboxing classes using kicking and punching techniques. Great for fitness and striking fundamentals.
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Location & Directions
Street Address
1129 Camino Del Rio, Durango, Co, United States of America
Location
Durango, CO 81301, United States