Led by head coach Phillip Perkins, a 2nd degree black belt under the legendary Carlson Gracie Jr., Area 502 carries on the proud Carlson Gracie legacy in Louisville. Coach Perkins has taught and trained around the world, including spending over two months in Brazil training and teaching seminars. The academy offers comprehensive programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both gi and no-gi), Boxing, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Wrestling, and MMA for men, women, and children of all ages and skill levels - from complete beginners to advanced competitors.
The coaching team at Area 502 brings world-class expertise and proven results. Notable instructors include Aaron Sheckles, a 5-time Golden Gloves Champion with 23 years of boxing experience who has trained 7 Golden Gloves Champions, 6 Junior Olympic Champions, and 3 Ringside World Champions. Blake O'Neil, known as "Coach O Cinco," is a purple belt under Coach Perkins with a 7-1 MMA record and experience training UFC fighters at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. The team also includes multiple Carlson Gracie Jr. black belts: Alex Hacker (former wrestling coach and Thai boxing practitioner), Joshua Dominguez (MMA veteran), and Roger Skillman (specialist in gi chokes). Ruben Vargas, a brown belt with world and national championships in sport karate and an OEF Army veteran, rounds out the exceptional coaching staff. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, competition, or personal development, Area 502 provides expert instruction in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment.
Louisville, United States 40220
Head Instructor
Phillip Perkins
Black Belt 2 Stripes
Facilities
Sports Offered
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Class Schedule
Monday (4 classes)
Jiu-Jitsu / No-GI
Grappling without the gi, similar to submission wrestling and MMA training.
Youth Boxing
Boxing program for children aged 5 and above teaching fundamentals and discipline.
Boxing
5 Star Boxing program teaching proper boxing technique, footwork, and combinations. From beginners to competitors.
Jiu-Jitsu / GI
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Tuesday (7 classes)
Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu
Special daytime BJJ program for homeschooled children.
Youth Jiu-Jitsu – Itty Bitty Warriors
BJJ program for youngest students focusing on coordination, discipline, and basic techniques.
Women's Boxing
Boxing program specifically for women in a supportive environment.
Jiu-Jitsu \ MMA
Grappling without the gi, similar to submission wrestling and MMA training.
Youth Jiu-Jitsu Mat Warriors
Intermediate youth BJJ program for developing students.
Boxing Open Gym
5 Star Boxing program teaching proper boxing technique, footwork, and combinations. From beginners to competitors.
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Thai boxing and kickboxing instruction focusing on striking techniques, combinations, and sparring.
Wednesday (6 classes)
Kickboxing – Striking
Thai boxing and kickboxing instruction focusing on striking techniques, combinations, and sparring.
Jiu-Jitsu / GI
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Youth Boxing
Boxing program for children aged 5 and above teaching fundamentals and discipline.
Jiu-Jitsu Competition / Open Mat
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Boxing
5 Star Boxing program teaching proper boxing technique, footwork, and combinations. From beginners to competitors.
Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals (Gi)
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Thursday (6 classes)
Homeschool Jiu-Jitsu
Special daytime BJJ program for homeschooled children.
Youth Jiu-Jitsu – Itty Bitty Warriors
BJJ program for youngest students focusing on coordination, discipline, and basic techniques.
Women's Boxing
Boxing program specifically for women in a supportive environment.
Jiu-Jitsu Competition / Open Mat
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Youth Jiu-Jitsu Mat Warriors
Intermediate youth BJJ program for developing students.
Muay Thai Fundamentals
Thai boxing and kickboxing instruction focusing on striking techniques, combinations, and sparring.
Friday (4 classes)
Jiu-Jitsu / No-GI
Grappling without the gi, similar to submission wrestling and MMA training.
Kids / Youth Wrestling
Wrestling program for children and youth.
Youth Boxing
Boxing program for children aged 5 and above teaching fundamentals and discipline.
Wrestling
Wrestling class for all levels from beginners to high school and college wrestlers.
Saturday (5 classes)
Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals (Gi)
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Youth Jiu-Jitsu
Intermediate youth BJJ program for developing students.
Jiu-Jitsu / No-GI
Grappling without the gi, similar to submission wrestling and MMA training.
Jiu-Jitsu / GI
Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with the gi. Carlson Gracie curriculum focusing on self-defense, sport, and fundamentals.
Muay Thai / Sparring
Thai boxing and kickboxing instruction focusing on striking techniques, combinations, and sparring.
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Phillip Perkins
Aaron Sheckles
Blake O'Neil
Alex Hacker
Joshua Dominguez
Roger Skillman
Ruben Vargas
Phil Ruff
Location & Directions
Street Address
3099 Breckenridge Ln. Suite #100
City, Country, ZIP
Louisville, United States 40220