Brazilian jiu jitsu grew out of the ground fighting fundamentals of Kodokan judo, refined over generations by the Gracie family and their students into an art of its own. At its core is a simple idea: with proper technique, leverage, and timing, a smaller person can control and defeat a larger, stronger opponent by taking the fight to the ground.

At Momentum we train both gi and no-gi so you build a complete game. Live sparring, what we call rolling, and focused drilling are central to every class, and you progress at your own pace through the belt ranks. Jiu jitsu here is more than self-defense. It is a sport, a serious workout, and for many of our members, a way of life.

Our program runs under the Ribeiro association lineage, with black belt instruction led by Josh Saunders. Beginners are welcome any time, and visitors to the Outer Banks are always invited to roll.