Tacoma · Washington
Defiance Jiu Jitsu
5401 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
About Defiance Jiu Jitsu
Defiance Jiu Jitsu at 5401 6th Avenue in Tacoma, Washington is run by owner and coach Jesse Bardizian, a 2nd-degree black belt who met Brazilian jiu-jitsu in basic training at Fort Benning in 2002 and began training formally in 2007 under Professor James "300" Foster. Its classes are gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu, no-gi, a fundamentals class, competition training (required for anyone competing under the Foster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / One Jiu-Jitsu team), a Striking 101 boxing and kickboxing class, kids jiu-jitsu and self-defence, open mat and private lessons for one to four students. The school's stated philosophy is that jiu-jitsu is "a spectrum of colors" that should adapt to each student's body type and learning style rather than the reverse.
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Programs
- Gi
- No-Gi
- Kids
- Beginners
- Competition
- Self-Defense
- Open Mat
Schedule
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View full schedule →Instructors
Lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie → George Gracie → Octavio de Almeida → Moises Muradi → Givanildo Santana → James "300" Foster
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Defiance Jiu Jitsu cost?+
Monthly membership at Defiance Jiu Jitsu ranges $155 per month. Drop-in classes are $25.
Does Defiance Jiu Jitsu offer gi or no-gi classes?+
Defiance Jiu Jitsu offers both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes.
Who is the head instructor at Defiance Jiu Jitsu?+
The head instructor is Jesse Bardizian, a black belt with lineage through Mitsuyo Maeda, Carlos Gracie, George Gracie.
Does Defiance Jiu Jitsu have a kids BJJ program?+
Yes, Defiance Jiu Jitsu offers a dedicated program for children.
Does Defiance Jiu Jitsu accept drop-ins?+
Yes, Defiance Jiu Jitsu accepts drop-ins for $25 per class. Contact the gym to confirm availability.
Does Defiance Jiu Jitsu have open mat?+
Yes, Defiance Jiu Jitsu runs open mat sessions. Check the weekly schedule for times.