# Black Label Jiu-Jitsu > Charleston, United States ## Overview **Name:** Black Label Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Black Label Martial Arts was founded by Sarah Louise Gomez and Malachy Friedman, a 3rd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, with a mission to provide world-class martial arts instruction in Charleston, South Carolina. Drawing from decades of training alongside martial arts legends and coaching championship-winning athletes, they are committed to delivering passion and expertise to every student regardless of experience level. Their philosophy is simple: "Treat every student in every class like it is the most important lesson we will ever teach." This is the Black Label Martial Arts difference. The gym provides expert instruction for kids, adults and competitive athletes in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Submission Grappling, Judo, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Fitness, and Self-Defense. Malachy Friedman carries a distinguished lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie → Carlson Gracie → Ricardo Liborio → Malachy Friedman. In 2015, Malachy and Sarah brought their experience and knowledge back to Malachy's hometown of Charleston to open Black Label Martial Arts Academy. At Black Label Martial Arts, they are more than a gym—they are a community dedicated to helping every student achieve their personal best and build a stronger, more confident version of themselves. For over a decade, they have approached every class with unwavering dedication, earning them recognition as one of the best MMA camps in the Southeast. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 1850 Wallace School Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA Charleston, MT 29407, United States **Phone:** 843-561-4848 **Email:** info@blacklabel-mma.com **Website:** https://www.blacklabelmartialarts.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacklabelmartialarts/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blacklabeljiujitsu - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF-xBNvSEYULDlxwR_54gHw ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 12:30 PM -7:00 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 PM -7:00 PM - Wednesday: 12:30 PM -7:00 PM - Thursday: 6:00 PM -7:00 PM - Friday: 4:40 PM - 7:00 PM - Saturday: 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM - Sunday: 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM ## Instructors ### Malachy Friedman - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** 3rd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt with decades of training alongside martial arts legends. Carries a distinguished lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie → Carlson Gracie → Ricardo Liborio → Malachy Friedman. Founder and owner of Black Label Martial Arts, coaching championship-winning athletes. ### Alexis Ameng **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Kids BJJ Coach and BJJ competitor at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Clay **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** BJJ Coach at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Jairo **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Muay Thai Coach and competitor in Muay Thai, Boxing, and MMA at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Jim **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Muay Thai instructor at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Johnny **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Youth Wrestling Coach and BJJ Competitor at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Josh **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** BJJ Fundamentals instructor at Black Label Martial Arts. ### Sarah Gomez **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Co-founder of Black Label Martial Arts. Manager and Kids Coach with extensive martial arts experience. ## Programs ### Raider Cubs Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for children ages 3-7. Designed to help young children develop coordination, discipline, and control through martial arts. **Classes:** ### Raider Cubs Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Muay Thai program for young children ages 3-7. Helps children learn to control their bodies and behavior through striking arts. ### Raider Champs Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for kids ages 8-13. Develops lifelong gifts of personal success, confidence, discipline, and self-defense. **Classes:** ### Raider Champs Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Muay Thai program for kids ages 8-13. Full exercise routines disguised as fun martial arts training. ### Youth Wrestling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Wrestling program for youth developing fundamental grappling skills and athleticism. **Classes:** ### Brazilian Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Get in shape and harness your body's capabilities with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. World-class training for all experience levels. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Grappling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Submission grappling without the gi, focusing on techniques used in MMA and modern grappling. **Classes:** ### MMA **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Mixed Martial Arts training combining striking, grappling, and conditioning. Whether for competition or fitness, challenge your body with world-class MMA training. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Get in the best shape of your life with Muay Thai classes. Full-body workouts that build muscle and improve flexibility. **Classes:** ### Boxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Charleston Boxing classes delivering full-body workouts that build muscle, improve flexibility, and develop striking skills. **Classes:** ### Self Defense/Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Self-defense and martial arts fundamentals program for beginners looking to learn practical skills. --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/montana/charleston/black-label-jiu-jitsu)