About
Lovato Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, Muay Thai, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Boxing, Competition Training, Little Warriors, Junior Warriors, Adults, and Budokon Movement Arts. The school lists Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for kids 4+ and adults 16+, No-Gi Grappling for ages 13+, Muay Thai for kids 4+ and adults 16+, MMA for kids 4+ and adults 16+, Boxing for adults 16+, Little Warriors for ages 4-6, Junior Warriors for ages 7-12, and Adults for ages 13+.
Programs
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu — Kids (4+), Adults (16+) · Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA and at Lovato Jiu-Jitsu Northside.
- No-Gi Grappling — 13+ · Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA and at Lovato Jiu-Jitsu Northside.
- Muay Thai — Kids (4+), Adults (16+) · Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA.
- Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) — Kids (4+), Adults (16+) · Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA.
- Boxing — Adults (16+) · Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA.
- Competition Training — Offered at Lovato’s School of BJJ & MMA.
- Little Warriors — Ages 4-6 · Offered at Northside.
- Junior Warriors — Ages 7-12 · Offered at Northside.
- Adults — Ages 13+ · Offered at Northside.
- Budokon Movement Arts — Offered at Lovato Jiu-Jitsu Northside.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- General schedule: Variety of classes throughout the week; classes are designed for students of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
About the provider
Lovato Jiu-Jitsu was founded in 1993, and Rafael Lovato took over the academy in 2009. The leadership team includes Rafael Lovato, Fletcher Hoffman, Jose Roman, Josh Hatley, Shiloh Roberts, Mason Roy, Dylan Nguyen, and Alan-Michael Chow. The school says it hosts seminars, workshops, open mats, guest instructors, and competitions.
The school says it prioritizes safety and uses a supportive and challenging learning environment. It offers free trial class messaging on the site.
What families say
“Lovato Jiu-Jitsu is an incredible martial arts academy that provides a safe and welcoming environment for families.” — Marie M.
“I have been truly lucky to be a part of many special communities in my life and I would count Lovato’s academy as one of the best.” — Joe E.
“Training at Lovato's School of BJJ has been life-changing for me.” — Michael E.
Last updated September 5, 2026.
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