Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training in Denver
Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Satori was founded by David Ruiz to provide high-quality martial arts training rooted in discipline, technical proficiency, and community development. Our team of certified instructors, including IBJJF-certified black belts and experienced brown belts, delivers structured classes tailored for children, adults, and competitive athletes. With a focus on both physical fitness and mental resilience, we emphasize personalized instruction to help students of all skill levels achieve their goals. Our academy has produced award-winning competitors recognized at national and international events, including IBJJF World Championships and NAGA tournaments.We maintain a supportive environment where students progress through a clear belt system, celebrating milestones like blue, purple, and black belt promotions. Our commitment to excellence extends to safety-conscious training methods and a curriculum designed to build practical self-defense skills alongside athletic performance. Through regular workshops, guest seminars, and competition preparation, we ensure our members receive comprehensive martial arts education that transcends traditional gym offerings.
Services
Kids BJJ
Ladies BJJ
Private Lessons
Competition Prep
Grading Programs
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer IBJJF-certified instructors with decades of combined competitive experience
- Our structured curriculum builds technical proficiency from beginner to championship level
- We maintain a family-friendly environment with age-specific training programs
- Our academy has produced multiple IBJJF World Championship medalists
- We provide personalized belt progression tracking with clear achievement milestones
Associations and certifications
- IBJJF Certified
What people say
IBJJF-certified instructors
Structured belt progression
Competitive success stories
Family-friendly environment
Personalized coaching
Services
Kids BJJ
Structured martial arts instruction for children aged 5-14. Develops discipline, coordination, and confidence through age-appropriate techniques. Curriculum focuses on fundamental movements and character development in a safe, supervised environment.
Ladies BJJ
Specialized Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs for female practitioners. Emphasizes practical self-defense techniques, physical conditioning, and community building in a supportive, all-female training environment with experienced instructors.
Competition Prep
Advanced preparation for IBJJF and NAGA competitions. Includes sparring strategy, rule analysis, and physical conditioning tailored to competitive athletes' specific weight classes and experience levels.
Private Lessons
Customized technical instruction addressing individual goals. Sessions focus on specific areas of improvement, injury prevention, or accelerated belt progression with direct feedback from senior instructors.
Grading Programs
Systematic progression through BJJ belt ranks. Quarterly evaluations assess technical proficiency, attendance, and character development. Curriculum aligns with IBJJF standards for belt promotion requirements.
People
Sean Stewart
Head Instructor
IBJJF Certified Black Belt with over 15 years teaching experience. 3rd degree black belt specializing in competition strategy and technical refinement for advanced practitioners.
Teri Stewart
Instructor
IBJJF Certified Black Belt and 1st degree holder. Focuses on women's self-defense programs and youth development. Recognized for creating accessible curriculum for new practitioners.
Steve Gonzales
Instructor
BJJ Brown Belt with specialization in groundwork techniques. Assists in fundamental classes and competition preparation. Promoted to brown belt in March 2024 after 8 years of dedicated training.
Questions
What age groups do you offer BJJ training for?
We provide Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction for children aged 5+, adults, and senior practitioners.
Are your instructors certified?
Yes, our head instructors hold IBJJF-certified black belts with decades of competitive experience.
Do you offer private training sessions?
Private lessons are available for personalized technical development and competition preparation.
How often are belt promotions held?
Grading opportunities occur quarterly with formal evaluations conducted by senior instructors.
What competition success have your students achieved?
Our members have earned medals at IBJJF World Championships, NAGA events, and regional tournaments.
