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Why "Modern Art"?

Jiu-Jitsu is a living art form. It evolves, adapts, and grows — just like the people who practice it. We named ourselves Modern Art because we believe in studying the game as it exists today, not just how it was taught decades ago.

Our curriculum blends time-tested fundamentals with the techniques and strategies dominating modern competition. We don't just teach moves — we teach concepts, frameworks, and problem-solving on the mats.

Every class is designed to give you something practical. Something you can use tomorrow in sparring. We respect the history of this art, but we train for the present and the future.

No-Gi grappling training at Modern Art Jiu-Jitsu in Austin, Texas
Students drilling BJJ techniques at Austin No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu academy

What We Stand For

01

Technical Excellence

Every technique is taught with precision. We break down the mechanics so you understand not just what to do, but why it works.

02

Ego-Free Training

Leave the ego at the door. We foster a culture where everyone helps each other improve, regardless of experience level.

03

Constant Evolution

The game evolves, and so do we. Our curriculum is regularly updated to reflect what's working at the highest levels of competition.

04

Community First

We're more than a gym — we're a team. The relationships built on the mats extend far beyond the training room.

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100% No-Gi

We are a dedicated No-Gi academy. No gis, no grips to hide behind — just pure technique, body mechanics, and the fastest-growing format in submission grappling.

No-Gi trains you to rely on underhooks, frames, and body positioning rather than cloth grips. It's dynamic, it's fast, and it develops a unique kind of grappling intelligence.

Modern competition-ready techniques
Systematic approach to positions
Structured live sparring every class
All experience levels welcome
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