Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Kickboxing in Bristol, CT
Welcome To Our
Martial Arts Academy
Welcome to Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ, a premier, fun-loving martial arts academy in Bristol! We have training available for all types of martial artists in a positive, supportive environment. We have high-level martial arts instruction for kids, adults, complete beginners, and competitive athletes. Everyone can come in and leave smiling, sweating, and having learned something new and important. Kids can have fun and work on their personal development, beginners can work toward personal goals, and world-class athletes can train for high-level competitions. Everyone in Bristol can benefit from joining us on the mats!
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Who We Are at
Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ
Our School
This is a passionate home for martial arts in Bristol. Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ is a client-centered martial arts academy, always striving to find the best situation for every individual student. Students from all age levels and skill sets have training tailored toward their development and ambitions. Students can work through their long-term goals while progressing every single day. Our team is here to help at all times and find each person’s purpose in martial arts. Beginners, hobbyists, kids, adults, and premier competitors are all welcome to join our supportive environment and thrive!
History
Owner Jeff Haddad began his martial arts training in 1999 and has been teaching martial arts classes since 2006. When he first began teaching, he coached a high school wrestling team and helped guide them to multiple championships. His years as a high school coach and work as a pediatric occupational therapist gave him great experience in helping children develop and reach their full potential. With his long background and teaching experience, he was inspired by his mentor to finally open Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ in 2016. The academy’s name represents growth and elevating yourself to a higher standard. Now, we have become a fundamental part of the Bristol martial arts community, by tying people together through support and positivity.
What Sets Us Apart
We pride ourselves on providing students with special martial arts training in Bristol. Through years of supportive, high-level training, students have found a new way of life with growth, development, and positivity. Take a look below to see what makes us special.
Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ is one of the best competitive teams in and around the Bristol area. You can join us and train alongside the best, learn from the best, and become the best athlete you can be.
We are proud of our team at Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ. There are enough coaches to train everyone, and they all have great experience in MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Every day we bring our best for our students. We clean our academy every day and keep everything organized so everything stays in line with our curriculum.
This is a professional martial arts academy. Our team brings a calm but fun energy to each day, making training enjoyable and structured.
The experience at Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ goes beyond MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. We have different holiday parties, kids events, seminars, social gatherings, and more to immerse yourself in our community!
Our Academy Schedule!
There are plenty of MMA, Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes available throughout the week.
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Martial Arts Classes in Bristol
Words from Our Community
For over a decade, Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ has been a central part of the Bristol martial arts community. We’ve built a place where you can have fun, break a good sweat, and learn something new. It’s a great place for anyone! To learn more about our student experiences, check out our testimonials!
“I would most definitely recommend Ascension Athletics! All of the coaches and owners are wonderful and work well with all skill levels.”
“Great coaching staff with a wealth of experience. Welcoming community for kids and adults with any level of experience or no experience at all.”
“I feel so lucky to have discovered Ascension and I’m grateful to the coaches for everything they have done to help me learn and grow on and off the mats. “
“Since joining ascension athletics several months ago, both of my children’s jujitsu game has gone up! Highly recommend Ascension for BJJ kids and adults programs.”
Book our FREE Trial!
Start your training with a trial class! Get a FREE martial arts training session and see what life is like with us!
FAQ
Visit our programs page to have an explanation of all different programs!
Absolutely not! We have brand new beginners to professional athletes training at all times! We also offer beginner classes for learning basic movements and concepts of the respective martial art being taught.
A great way to get in shape is to use BJJ, Muay Thai, etc. as the activity to get there! You mix the cardio and strengthening aspects with social interaction and self-defense to make it one of the fastest growing fitness activities!
During our foundational classes, basic movements and concepts are learned as means to provide our new students with a strong foundation to build on. During regular classes, beginner students will be paired with someone with experience and/or overseen by a coach.
During your free week, we will provide you with proper gear if needed. However, below lists equipment included in sign up fees.
- Kids BJJ: Gi, Rashguard, Shorts included in sign up. Mouthpiece and groin protection recommended.
- Adult BJJ: Gi, Rashguard, Shorts included in sign up. Mouthpiece and groin protection recommended.
- No-Gi BJJ: Rash guard and shorts. Mouthpiece and groin protection recommended.
- Muay Thai: 16-oz gloves, shin guards, mouthpiece, groin protection.
- Little’s BJJ: 5-7 Years Old
- Junior’s BJJ: 8-12 Years Old
- Junior’s Kickboxing: 8-12 Years Old
- Teen’s BJJ: 13-15 Years Old
- Teen’s Kickboxing: 13-15 Years Old
- Adult BJJ: 16+ Years Old
- Adult Kickboxing: 16+ Years Old
- Judo: 13+ Years Old
- MMA: 14+ Years Old
The Advanced classes and competition classes are for students with a blue belt and above with minor exceptions for fighters/competitors. White Belts/Beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend all other classes and open mat sessions to experience training with higher belts.
Yes! Please contact us for more information.
Yes! 10% off your package!
Yes! 10% off your package!
Yes. Our drop-in fee is $20 for a class and $30 for the day!
Contact Us!
Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ invites all individuals in Bristol for martial arts and those from nearby communities including Plainville, Farmington, New Britain, and beyond. Join us today in the Bristol Commons Plaza beside Planet Fitness and Once Upon A Child.