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Nexus Jiu-Jitsu

Nexus is about Connection

Coach james

I am a full-time special education teacher with 12 years of experience. My journey in martial arts began with Tae Kwon Do in my childhood, and I started training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2006, 18 years ago. As a lifelong martial artist, I earned my black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Yousef Alirezaei in 2018 after 12 years of training.

Yousef's lineage traces back through Allen Mohler, Romero Cavalcanti, Rolls Gracie, Helio Gracie, Carlos Gracie Sr., and finally to Mitsuyo Maeda.

Coaching Style

Step into a class that uplifts and challenges individuals to become their best.

For 9 years, I coached youth and adult jiu-jitsu, as well as kickboxing, at my friend's MMA gym until COVID-19. After relocating, I decided to focus on my own training until 2024. I loved coaching every day and am now excited to have my own club where I can help people learn and grow.

Competing

I have competed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu about 35 times. I have many medals, and a few belts in expert/black belt divisions.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Get in shape and have a great time

Youth Classes

Children (ages 5-14): Offering beginner to advanced classes to instill discipline, confidence, and physical fitness.

Adult Classes

Teens and Adults: Coming soon! Providing a range of techniques from beginner to advanced levels, differentiated for competitive training and fitness-focused sessions.

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What makes nexus Jiu-Jitsu different?
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
What is class like?
Nexus?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a Grappling Art

What is Jiu-Jitsu?:
Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts used in MMA (UFC, etc.) which focuses on controlling and incapacitating an opponent on the ground. It contains no punching, kicking, or any other type of striking.

History:
Mitsuyo Maeda introduced judo to Brazil in 1914. The ground portion of judo is called "Newaza," which means "ground technique." Mitsuyo Maeda's Brazilian students, such as Carlos Gracie and Luiz França, focused heavily on the ground technique of Judo, and continued to improve upon it. It came to be known as its own style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or BJJ.

Gym Environment and Class Format



Environment:
I strive to maintain an environment that is safe, friendly, clean, and competitive. I want everybody to be comfortable mentally so they can train hard physically.


Class Format:
Warm up
Technique
Positional Drilling
Live Rolling (Grappling)
Game (for kids)
Discussion (for kids)
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Nexus Means Connection

I chose the name "Nexus" for my BJJ gym because a thriving gym acts as a central hub, connecting people of all kinds. Jiu-Jitsu gyms often evolve into tight-knit communities, providing a space where we can momentarily disconnect from the outside world. Additionally, Jiu-Jitsu fosters long-term fitness goals, connecting us to a healthier lifestyle.

Schedule

Located at The Rec of Grapevine

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a Grappling Art

What is Jiu-Jitsu?:
Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts used in MMA (UFC, etc.) which focuses on controlling and incapacitating an opponent on the ground. It contains no punching, kicking, or any other type of striking.

History:
Mitsuyo Maeda introduced judo to Brazil in 1914. The ground portion of judo is called "Newaza," which means "ground technique." Mitsuyo Maeda's Brazilian students, such as Carlos Gracie and Luiz França, focused heavily on the ground technique of Judo, and continued to improve upon it. It came to be known as its own style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or BJJ.

Nexus Means Connection

I chose "Nexus" because I've seen that a healthy gym operates as a sort of hub which connects people of all kinds. Jiu-Jitsu gyms tend to turn into small communities of their own, in a place where we can separate from the outside world for a short time. Jiu-Jitsu also connects many of us to long-term fitness goals.

Location

Inside The REC of Grapevine
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1175 Municipal Way, Grapevine, TX 76051

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a Grappling Art

What is Jiu-Jitsu?:
Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts used in MMA (UFC, etc.) which focuses on controlling and incapacitating an opponent on the ground. It contains no punching, kicking, or any other type of striking.

History:
Mitsuyo Maeda introduced judo to Brazil in 1914. The ground portion of judo is called "Newaza," which means "ground technique." Mitsuyo Maeda's Brazilian students, such as Carlos Gracie and Luiz França, focused heavily on the ground technique of Judo, and continued to improve upon it. It came to be known as its own style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or BJJ.

Nexus Means Connection

I chose "Nexus" because I've seen that a healthy gym operates as a sort of hub which connects people of all kinds. Jiu-Jitsu gyms tend to turn into small communities of their own, in a place where we can separate from the outside world for a short time. Jiu-Jitsu also connects many of us to long-term fitness goals.

September Curriculum

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a Grappling Art

What is Jiu-Jitsu?:
Jiu-Jitsu is a form of martial arts used in MMA (UFC, etc.) which focuses on controlling and incapacitating an opponent on the ground. It contains no punching, kicking, or any other type of striking.

History:
Mitsuyo Maeda introduced judo to Brazil in 1914. The ground portion of judo is called "Newaza," which means "ground technique." Mitsuyo Maeda's Brazilian students, such as Carlos Gracie and Luiz França, focused heavily on the ground technique of Judo, and continued to improve upon it. It came to be known as its own style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or BJJ.

Nexus Means Connection

I chose "Nexus" because I've seen that a healthy gym operates as a sort of hub which connects people of all kinds. Jiu-Jitsu gyms tend to turn into small communities of their own, in a place where we can separate from the outside world for a short time. Jiu-Jitsu also connects many of us to long-term fitness goals.

about Nexus

Nexus is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gym with experienced coaches who create a friendly and competitive environment. I am a full time special education teacher who has trained jiu-jitsu for 18 years, since 2006. I have coached kids and adults for 9 years, and started my Nexus family in September 2024.

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