The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt system represents a long journey of growth, with each belt level focusing on building foundational skills, refining techniques, developing strategy, and eventually teaching and mentoring others.

UFC fighters succeed by blending Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Boxing into a complete MMA skill set. Each martial art adds unique techniques that give fighters an edge inside the cage.

Cardio is the foundation of every martial art, giving students the endurance and resilience to perform at their best. At Be Like Water MMA, members can improve their conditioning both through at-home workouts and our included Kickboxing and HIIT class designed to build stamina and strength.

Judo focuses on throws and takedowns, while Jiu-Jitsu specializes in ground control and submissions. Together they create a complete martial art that flows from standing to the ground for sport, self-defense, and skill development.

Grappling and striking are the two main families of martial arts: one focused on control, leverage, and submissions, the other on precision, timing, and powerful attacks. At our gym, you can train both: from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo to Boxing, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai. Whether you want ground control, striking skills, or a complete MMA toolkit, you’ll find a style that builds strength, confidence, and resilience.

BJJ is often described as "human chess," and this comparison captures the art's unique mental demands. Every sparring session presents students with a series of complex problems that must be solved in real-time while under physical and mental pressure.