BJJ Gyms in Minnesota, United States

Checkmat Minneapolis

The Cellar Gym has become one of the premier martial arts gyms in the country. From our humble beginnings in the basement of a laundromat to one of the largest facilities in the Midwest, The Cellar Gym has been built from a mantra of continuous improvement. Family owned by Ben and Katie Locken, The Cellar Gym offers a variety of martial arts classes for adults and youth. Our adult programs include Fitness Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Youth classes include Kids BJJ and Kids Muay Thai broken into three age groups: Pre-school martial arts for 4-5 years old, Kids martial arts for 6-9 years old, and Teen martial arts for 10-15 years old. Our mission is to help our members discover and realize their full potential. For some members this may mean shedding extra pounds and beginning a healthy lifestyle; other members may have the dream of competing professionally on the biggest stages in the world; and still others want to learn a skill that challenges them mentally & physically while giving them the confidence they need to defend themselves if faced with a dangerous situation. In addition to offering incredible classes, The Cellar Gym prides itself in offering a fantastic member experience that no other gym in the area can match. Our coaches care deeply about helping you reach your goals and whether you are a first-day beginner or professional fighter, we are confident that you will feel at home at The Cellar Gym.

Carlos Rosado - Jiu Jitsu Modern

Jiu Jitsu Modern (JJMDRN) is a specialized Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in North Babylon, New York, focused on providing beginner-friendly and high-level instruction in a safe, inclusive environment. Led by Professor Carlos Rosado, a black belt under Professor Joe Scarola (first black belt under Scarola) and Gracie Barra lineage, the academy trains students for self-defense, sport competition, and overall health. The academy follows a structured weekly curriculum that focuses on one position at a time to build deep understanding and mastery. Professor Carlos is an accomplished black belt competitor with numerous IBJJF and ADCC titles, including 2024 ADCC Atlantic City Master 1 Gold, 2023 IBJJF NY Open No-Gi Gold, and 2018 IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Gold. He also won multiple Kasai Pro events and Rise Invitational competitions. The coaching team includes Professor Tara (IBJJF World and Pan Champion), Coach Gregor Gillespie (UFC lightweight fighter and NCAA Division I National Champion wrestler), Coach Dylan O'Regan (multiple IBJJF medalist), and Coach Dom (Nassau Law Enforcement Officer certified in Jiu Jitsu Survival Tactics). Jiu Jitsu Modern emphasizes a forward-thinking approach that blends traditional values with modern training methods. The academy offers programs for adults (Basics and Advanced), kids (age 4+), and first responders. They also run their own line of minimalist jiu jitsu apparel. The training philosophy centers on fundamentals, community building, and personal growth, making it welcoming for total beginners, competitors, and those seeking fitness and self-defense skills.