Next Level Jiu Jitsu
Next Level Jiu Jitsu, 26440 FM 1093, STE 460, Richmond, TX 77406
About
Next Level Jiu Jitsu offers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes, self-defense training, and a combatives program. The program includes a BJJ Kids class that focuses on self-defense and dealing with bullies, and a BJJ Youth program with separate beginners and advanced classes. Adult classes focus on traditional fundamental Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Classes and training are available six days a week, with adult classes offered in the mornings, at lunchtime, in the evenings, and on Saturdays.
Next Level Jiu Jitsu offers a free class for all new students, called “The Basics of Jiu Jitsu,” which is geared specifically for beginners and brand-new students. The studio offers multiple class times throughout the day and is open six days a week. The program includes a BJJ Kids class for ages 4–6 that focuses on self-defense and dealing with bullies, and submissions are not taught at this level. The BJJ Youth Beginners class is for athletes ages 7–12 in their first year of jiu jitsu, and the BJJ Youth Advanced class is for students ages 7–12 who have earned their grey-white belt or higher. Students at kids and youth levels can compete in tournaments with approval from Professor Ted and their parents. The adult program is for ages 13 and up and welcomes all ages, fitness levels, and skill levels. The program promotes discipline, respect, integrity, responsibility, and confidence, and aims to fulfill the needs of everyone in the family. The structured learning environment takes students of different ages and abilities and transforms them in accordance with their personal goals. Everyone is offered a free class to showcase the instruction, training environment, and the martial art.
Professor Ted Stickel is the head jiu jitsu instructor and the owner and operator of the program and academy. He is a fifth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and received his black belt from Master Professor Nelson Monteiro. He received his first and second degrees from Master Carlos Gracie Jr, his third degree from Professor Marcio Fietosa, and his fourth and fifth degrees from Master Nelson Monteiro. Professor Stickel has been teaching jiu jitsu for over 35 years. He was contracted by the U.S. military to teach their combatives program and taught the 212th Pararescue Group at Kulis Air Force Base and the U.S. Army Airborne at Fort Richardson. He has worked with Navy Seals, Army Special Forces, and numerous law enforcement agencies. He has coached and cornered professional MMA competitors in top venues around the world, including the UFC. Professor Stickel also holds an eighth-degree black belt in Kung Fu San Soo under master Ted Sias and is ranked in Hwarangdo and several other self-defense systems. Professor Ted is known for developing his academy into a family and takes the time to know his students individually and guide them to develop their full potential.
Next Level Jiu Jitsu states that it is committed to providing technical Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction to help students grow and reach their individual goals in what it describes as the most effective martial art on the planet, while maintaining a safe and friendly environment for the whole family to enjoy. The program is affiliated with the We Defy Foundation (www.wedefyfoundation.org).
Last updated July 17, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Classes and training are available six days a week, with adult classes offered in the mornings, at lunchtime, in the evenings, and on Saturdays.
Next Level Jiu Jitsu offers a free class for all new students, called “The Basics of Jiu Jitsu,” which is geared specifically for beginners and brand-new students. The studio offers multiple class times throughout the day and is open six days a week. The program includes a BJJ Kids class for ages 4–6 that focuses on self-defense and dealing with bullies, and submissions are not taught at this level. The BJJ Youth Beginners class is for athletes ages 7–12 in their first year of jiu jitsu, and the BJJ Youth Advanced class is for students ages 7–12 who have earned their grey-white belt or higher. Students at kids and youth levels can compete in tournaments with approval from Professor Ted and their parents. The adult program is for ages 13 and up and welcomes all ages, fitness levels, and skill levels. The program promotes discipline, respect, integrity, responsibility, and confidence, and aims to fulfill the needs of everyone in the family. The structured learning environment takes students of different ages and abilities and transforms them in accordance with their personal goals. Everyone is offered a free class to showcase the instruction, training environment, and the martial art.
Professor Ted Stickel is the head jiu jitsu instructor and the owner and operator of the program and academy. He is a fifth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and received his black belt from Master Professor Nelson Monteiro. He received his first and second degrees from Master Carlos Gracie Jr, his third degree from Professor Marcio Fietosa, and his fourth and fifth degrees from Master Nelson Monteiro. Professor Stickel has been teaching jiu jitsu for over 35 years. He was contracted by the U.S. military to teach their combatives program and taught the 212th Pararescue Group at Kulis Air Force Base and the U.S. Army Airborne at Fort Richardson. He has worked with Navy Seals, Army Special Forces, and numerous law enforcement agencies. He has coached and cornered professional MMA competitors in top venues around the world, including the UFC. Professor Stickel also holds an eighth-degree black belt in Kung Fu San Soo under master Ted Sias and is ranked in Hwarangdo and several other self-defense systems. Professor Ted is known for developing his academy into a family and takes the time to know his students individually and guide them to develop their full potential.
Next Level Jiu Jitsu states that it is committed to providing technical Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction to help students grow and reach their individual goals in what it describes as the most effective martial art on the planet, while maintaining a safe and friendly environment for the whole family to enjoy. The program is affiliated with the We Defy Foundation (www.wedefyfoundation.org).
Last updated July 17, 2026.
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