Veteran-owned and operated mixed martial gym focused on building community through self-defense disciplines and martial arts. Specializing in Jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, and wrestling.
Schedule
Monday
04:30 PM
Kids & Teens Jiu-Jitsu
06:00 PM
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Tuesday
04:30 PM
Kids & Teens Kickboxing
06:00 PM
Adult Kickboxing
Wednesday
04:30 PM
Kids & Teens Jiu-Jitsu
06:00 PM
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
07:00 PM
Vipers Wrestling
Thursday
04:30 PM
Kids & Teens Kickboxing
06:00 PM
Adult Kickboxing
Friday
04:30 PM
Kids & Teens Jiu-Jitsu
06:00 PM
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
Saturday
11:00 PM
Boxing (7-17 yrs)
01:00 PM
All Ages Kickboxing
Sunday
11:00 PM
Boxing (7-17 yrs)
01:00 PM
Open Mat
About Us
Who we are
We are a community-focused and self-defense-based martial arts academy. We place a strong emphasis on discipline, integrity, respect, loyalty, and responsibility.
Our founder, Professor Jesse proudly served in the US Army and Navy completing over 22 years of service. Professor Jesse is the former All-Army Combatives Champion and a former professional fighter. He earned his Black Belt in 2019 under the CXBJJ lineage.
We offer a welcoming, clean, safe, fun, and respectful environment for all ages.
AGA CORE VALUES:
Discipline
Upholding a strong sense of self-control and determination, fostering the ability to stay focused, and consistently striving for personal and martial excellence.
Integrity
Embracing honesty and moral principles in every action, demonstrating unwavering sincerity, and maintaining a strong moral character both inside and outside the gym. Doing the right thing when even when nobody is looking.
Respect
Valuing oneself and others, appreciating differences, and treating everyone with dignity, creating an atmosphere of harmony and mutual understanding among students, parents, family, and instructors.
Loyalty
Remaining steadfast and devoted to the your community, the academy, and fellow practitioners, cultivating a sense of belonging and camaraderie that strengthens the overall AGA family.
Responsibility
Accepting accountability for one's actions, showing a commitment to personal growth and development, and actively contributing to the well-being of the collective group and the broader community.
Professor Jesse
Professor Jesse is the founder of Assassin Grappling Academy. He brings his wealth of experience in army combative, jiu-jitsu, and his experience as a professional fighter to Las Vegas. Professor Jesse aims to use the disciplines of jiu-jitsu, self-defense, kickboxing, and more to help change lives in the community with a strong emphasis on youth character development. Aiming to break any cultural barriers Professor Jesse enables AGA to welcome all walks of life to learn valuable skills, meet like-minded individuals, and promote a stronger sense of community.
Core Programs
GI & NOGI Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu, also known as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), is a martial art focused on ground fighting and submission techniques. It emphasizes leverage and technique over brute strength, making it an excellent choice for kids and families. In Jiu-Jitsu, practitioners learn how to control and submit opponents through joint locks and chokeholds.
It promotes discipline, physical fitness, and mental sharpness. Kids can benefit from improved self-confidence, problem-solving skills, and respect for others, all while learning essential self-defense techniques.
Kickboxing
Kickboxing is a striking martial art that combines elements of traditional karate with Western boxing. It involves punches, kicks, knee strikes, and elbow strikes, providing a well-rounded stand-up fighting style. Kickboxing classes for kids and families focus on developing agility, balance, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. Participants learn various striking techniques and defensive moves, enhancing their self-defense skills. Kickboxing not only improves physical fitness but also boosts self-esteem and teaches important values like discipline, respect, and perseverance.
Boxing
Boxing is a classic combat sport that emphasizes punching techniques, footwork, and defensive strategies. It is an excellent martial art for building cardiovascular endurance, strength, speed, and hand-eye coordination. In boxing classes for kids and families, participants learn fundamental boxing skills, including jabs, crosses, hooks, and uppercuts, along with defensive maneuvers like slips and blocks. Boxing promotes discipline, focus, and self-control. It instills confidence in young practitioners and teaches them the importance of dedication and hard work.
Wrestling
Wrestling is a grappling sport that emphasizes takedowns, throws, pins, and submissions. It teaches participants how to control opponents' bodies and strategically maneuver to gain an advantage. Wrestling classes for kids and families focus on teaching basic wrestling techniques, body positioning, and balance. Wrestling not only builds physical strength and endurance but also enhances mental toughness and resilience. Participants learn the value of determination, discipline, and sportsmanship. Wrestling instills confidence and teaches important life skills such as goal-setting and perseverance.