Women's Jiujitsu Club at Parabellum
Learn Brazilian Jiujitsu from the ground up in a focused, supportive environment. No experience required.
Every Tuesday & Wednesday from 9:00am-10:00am.
Training sessions feature female-only mat time and are designed and led by women, exclusively for women.
You don’t have to be a Parabellum member to be a part of our Women's Jiujitsu club. Parabellum members can participate at no additional cost, while non-members may enroll with a biweekly women's bjj-only membership at a special rate.
Start by scheduling your 2 Free Trial days.
What we practice:
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Foundational positions & movement
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Escapes & defense
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Core submissions & control
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Leverage over strength
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Staying calm under pressure
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Habits that support longevity and reduce injury
These training sessions are perfect for women:
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New to Brazilian Jiujitsu
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Returning after injury or time away
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Who want a fundamentals-focused environment
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Who want to train consistently without burnout
Why Women-Only?
Women-only training creates space to learn without intimidation. You'll build confidence, ask questions freely, and develop real, usable jiujitsu skills.
A women-only environment allows:
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Easier learning at the beginner level
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Comfort with close-range training
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Open communication and questions
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Confidence building without pressure
Private lessons are available for women who want more individualized instruction.
Private sessions are ideal for:
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Building confidence at your own pace
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Working around injuries or limitations
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Learning fundamentals in a one-on-one setting
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Developing comfort before joining group classes
Private Jiujitsu Lessons for Women
Frequently Asked Questions
Why women-only?
Jiujitsu is a physical art that is deeply shaped by the body practicing it. Women often experience jiujitsu differently due to differences in size, strength distribution, nervous-system response, and prior experience with physical contact. A women-only environment allows students to relax, learn at a natural pace, and build confidence through calm, embodied movement.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable workout clothes like shorts or leggings and a t-shirt, or more traditional 'No-Gi jiujitsu' gear like rash guards and spats. Clothing should not have zippers or strings. Wear flip flops or slides, and please remove all jewelry before stepping on the mats.
Is this a self-defense class?
Practical self-defense skills are a natural outcome of practicing jiujitsu. By learning foundational jiujitsu positions, movement, and control in a safe, non-aggressive environment, students build awareness, confidence, and muscle memory that translates well to real-life situations.
Is this "easy" or just for fun?
No. While the tone is welcoming and the pace is intentional, these training sessions challeng students to develop grit, body awareness, and resilience. Jiujitsu teaches calm through pressure- and pressure is part of the process.
Do I need experience to attend?
No experience is required. These training sessions are designed as a solid entry point into jiujitsu and is especially welcoming to beginners. More experienced students are also welcome if they enjoy a technical, fundamental-based approach to the art. Hard rolling or sparring never required.
What should I expect physically?
While these training sessions are beginner-friendly, it is still a physical practice. Students should expect to sweat, feel challenged, and engage in conditioning and movement drills. Learning jiujitsu requires effort and presence, and this class builds both inner and outer strength in a supportive environment.