# Common Wealth Jiu Jitsu

> Livonia, United States

## Overview

**Name:** Common Wealth Jiu Jitsu

**Description:** Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu (CMMNWLTH) is a premier martial arts academy in Livonia, Michigan, offering world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Judo. Co-founded by black belts Daniel Leith and Andrew Slackta, both 2023 No-Gi World Champions at brown belt, Commonwealth emphasizes accessibility, community, and competitive excellence. The gym's philosophy centers on making jiu-jitsu "for the common good" - welcoming practitioners of all levels in a safe, clean, and friendly environment.

Commonwealth's coaching staff brings elite-level expertise, including Jason Fischer (2nd degree black belt, pro MMA fighter and Bellator veteran who serves as head Muay Thai coach), Sensei Garcia (judo black belt and former Colombian national team member leading the judo program), and a dedicated team of experienced instructors including brown belts Kody Roy, Michael Wilson, and Jay Lonick. The academy offers the most accessible schedule in Michigan with morning, afternoon, and evening classes six days a week, plus specialized programs for kids, competition training, and open mat sessions.

Commonwealth operates with no contracts or hidden fees, encourages cross-training, maintains no uniform policy, and provides members with free access to their Patreon content featuring technique videos and training tips. The state-of-the-art facility includes full mat space, a complete weight room, and four showers - creating a comprehensive training environment for fitness, self-defense, and competition preparation.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
31629 Plymouth Rd
Livonia, MI 48150, United States

**Phone:** 734.743.1624

**Email:** justin@commonwealthjj.com

**Website:** https://www.cmmnwlth.org

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/commonwealthjiujitsu
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Commonwealth-Jiu-Jitsu-100090812133898

## Instructors


### Andrew Slackta - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Black belt, IBJJF gold medalist, active competitor, 2023 No-Gi World Champion at brown belt.


### Daniel Leith - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Black belt, IBJJF gold medalist, 2023 No-Gi World Champion at brown belt. Marine Corps combat veteran and Bronze Star recipient.


### Jason Fischer - Black

**Role:** Instructor

**Bio:** Pro MMA fighter, 2nd degree black belt, Bellator MMA veteran, personal trainer, and lifelong martial artist.


### Jay Lonick - Brown

**Role:** Instructor

**Bio:** Commonwealth brown belt, active competitor, and wrestler.


### Kody Roy - Brown

**Role:** Instructor

**Bio:** Commonwealth brown belt and active competitor. Wrestling and submission grappling specialist.


### Michael Wilson - Brown

**Role:** Instructor

**Bio:** Commonwealth brown belt, active competitor, and grappling innovator.


### Sensei Garcia - Black

**Role:** Instructor

**Bio:** Judo black belt and lifelong martial artist. Former judoka on the Colombian national judo team.


## Programs

### Adult Gi Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the gi for adults. Focuses on grappling, self-defense, and fitness.

**Classes:**

### Adult No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** No-Gi grappling without the traditional uniform, similar to MMA training style.

**Classes:**

### Adult Muay Thai

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Traditional Thai boxing focusing on striking, clinch work, and conditioning.

**Classes:**

### Adult Judo

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Japanese martial art emphasizing throws, takedowns, and ground control.

**Classes:**

### Kids Gi Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Fun and structured BJJ program for children, building confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills.

**Classes:**

### Kids No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** No-Gi grappling program for children focusing on wrestling and submission grappling.

**Classes:**

### Kids Muay Thai

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Youth Muay Thai program teaching striking fundamentals and discipline.

**Classes:**

### Competition Training

**Skill Level:** Intermediate

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** High-paced training focused on competition preparation for active competitors.

**Classes:**

### Open Mat

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Supervised open training time for drilling and rolling.

**Classes:**

### Women's Muay Thai

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Women-only Muay Thai class focusing on technique, fitness, and empowerment.

**Classes:**



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**Last Updated:** March 10, 2026

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