Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
The Forge Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) program is for children ages 4 to 13 and NO prior experience is necessary. Our martial arts curriculum incorporates sport grappling and self-defense skills. The focus is to develop fitness, discipline and self-confidence in a fun, safe and family friendly environment. Class sizes are limited so that your child can get the individualized attention they deserve.
We love visitors and children are invited for free trial classes before joining. Wear comfortable athletic clothes and show up 15 minutes early to sign in and we will get your child on the mat. No strings or obligations.
NO contracts, testing or initiation fees.
Meet Our Coaches
KIDS JIU JITSU
Born and raised in Edmond, Oklahoma, Head Kids’ Instructor Carl is a husband, dad of three, business owner and Jiu Jitsu addict. He and his wife Jessica have been married for 17 years and his children Marshall, EmmaRae, and Stetson all train at The Forge.
Carl has been with NAPA Auto Parts since 2008, where he currently works as store manager. He and Jessica also own Sapphire Specialty Armory, because apparently one full-time job and three kids wasn’t enough.
When not working or doing dad life, you’ll probably find him on the mats. Carl is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and loves the competition, community, and challenge that comes with it. Family, hard-work, and Jiu J
Professor Chuck says: “I’ve been a Pastor and Minister since 2001, married since 1997, and have been training Martial Arts since 2010. I guess you could say that Faith/Family/Forge pretty much sums up my life right now. I received my Black Belt in Muay Thai in 2015 and my Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu in 2023. I am proud that two of my three adult children are still involved in BJJ and enjoy sharing their knowledge through coaching the kids. Nowadays, the thing I enjoy the most about training BJJ is the brotherhood and new relationships formed on the mats; and of course, the knowledge to be gained and shared.”
Coach Nora Thompson is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt who has been training for 10 years. She is highly competitive in IBJJF tournaments, earning multiple titles including podiums on the Pan American and World stages. In her free time, she enjoys training, lifting, and hanging out with her friends and family.
KIDS MMA
Professor Josh Munson is an OCCC Police Officer and Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu. He’s been training MMA and Muay Thai for 16 years and Jiu Jitsu for 11 years. He spends his free time with his wife and daughter, and plays 8 instruments! Professor Josh values his relationship with his family at home, The Forge, and at his church
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