Real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Authentic Gracie Lineage
Black Lion Jiu-Jitsu brings authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Byron Center and the greater Grand Rapids area. As part of Team Kroyler Gracie, our instruction traces directly to the family that created the art. Whether you want to defend yourself, get in the best shape of your life, compete, or just find a community that pushes you to be better, you'll find your place on our mats. No experience required. No ego. Just discipline, brotherhood, and jiu-jitsu.
Check Your Ego at the Door.
Here, it doesn’t matter if you’re a white belt on day one or a seasoned competitor chasing gold, everyone trains hard, respects harder, and gets better. No excuses. No arrogance. Just work.
Whether you're sharpening your edge for the next tournament, building real-world self-defense, or pushing yourself to get stronger, physically and mentally, you belong on these mats.
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Discipline. Brotherhood. Jiu Jitsu. Let’s go.
BJJClasses for Every Age and Level
West Michigan's Home for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
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Conveniently located in Byron Center, Black Lion Jiu-Jitsu proudly serves grapplers from across the Grand Rapids area, including Wyoming, Kentwood, Cutlerville, Grandville, and Caledonia. Our academy combines authentic Team Kroyler Gracie instruction with a welcoming, no-ego culture where everyone, from first-timers to competitors, trains to get better together.
