# Cohesion Training Academy > Tulsa, United States ## Overview **Name:** Cohesion Training Academy **Description:** Cohesion Training Academy is a Chartered academy of the United States Judo Association and an active member of the IBJJF. Founded on the principle "We Rise By Lifting Others," this family-oriented martial arts academy in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, offers a welcoming environment where students from all walks of life can train side by side in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Striking/MMA, regardless of experience level. The academy is owned and operated by Professor Steve Matias, a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor John Ouano (5th Degree) and a 4th Degree Black Belt in Judo. Professor Steve is a Combat veteran who served in the Marine Corps as an Infantryman and Marine Combat Instructor of Water Survival, and currently serves as Fire Chief of Frontier Shores Fire Department in Osage County. With over 25 years of martial arts experience, he also holds the position of Vice President of the United States Judo Association and was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame in July 2025. Cohesion Training Academy's philosophy emphasizes quality instruction while providing a safe, non-competitive training environment. The academy teaches the same effective techniques the Gracie family and their students have used to dominate Mixed Martial Arts competitions for years. All instructors undergo in-house coaching training, maintain current background checks through the National Center for Safety Initiatives, and complete Safe Sport, CDC concussion awareness, and sexual abuse recognition training. Whether your interest lies in self-defense, competition, fitness, weight loss, or simply being part of a great team, Cohesion provides a positive, motivating environment to help adults and children achieve their martial arts goals at their own pace. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 413 N Walnut, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 Tulsa, KY 74012, United States **Phone:** (918) 944-9415 **Website:** https://Www.cohesiontrainingacademy.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://instagram.com/cohesion_training_academy?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ== - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cohesionjiujitsu/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cohesion_trainingacademy?_t=8i4egRyUUNn&_r=1 ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Thursday: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Friday: 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Sunday: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM ## Pricing ## Instructors ### Steve Matias - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Combat veteran with 25+ years of martial arts experience. Served in the Marine Corps as an Infantryman and Marine Combat Instructor of Water Survival. Currently Fire Chief of Frontier Shores Fire Department in Osage County. Vice President of the United States Judo Association. Inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame in July 2025. ### Alex Brown - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Marine Veteran. BJJ Brown Belt, Judo Yellow Belt. ### Jason Ellison - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** BJJ Purple Belt. MMA Cutman. ### Jason Pawlowski - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Marine Veteran with extensive martial arts background including BJJ brown belt, Judo brown belt, and Karate black belt. ### Joseph Pawlowski - Purple **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 50+ years of martial arts experience with black belts in 4 different martial arts. Technical Advisor. Marine Veteran. Inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2025. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Learn the same effective techniques the Gracie family and their students have used to successfully dominate Mixed Martial Arts competitions for years. Separate the competition from the class, ensuring we help you accomplish whatever goal you set forth - from weight loss to self-defense to competition. **Classes:** ### Judo **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** A tremendous and dynamic combat sport that demands both physical prowess and great mental discipline. Learn techniques that allow you to lift and throw opponents onto their backs from a standing position, and apply pins, controls, chokeholds and joint locks on the ground. **Classes:** ### Striking/MMA **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Incorporates a mix of Muay Thai, Karate, Boxing, and other MMA arts. Build upon fundamentals with a program specifically structured to put you in the cage, prepared and ready to fight. **Classes:** ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program designed specifically for children, teaching discipline, respect, and effective self-defense techniques in a fun and safe environment. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/kentucky/tulsa/cohesion-training-academy)