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Programs/Women's class
Free for non-members.First class freeNo contract

Women'sclass

In the RGADSM Women's Program, we open a space for women to train exclusively with other women. This class is offered for free to non-members, so that women looking to introduce themselves to the benefits of Jiu Jitsu have less of a barrier to entry.In the Women's Class, we focus primarily on safe and effective applications of submissions and the control of space that allows us to execute them.
Women's class at Renzo Gracie Des Moines
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What the hour covers.

Control of space comes first, because it is what makes the submissions work.

1

Controlling space

Frames, hips and grips: how to keep someone off you and how to close distance on your terms.

2

Submissions that work

Chokes and joint locks taught with the setups that make them work against resistance, not just cooperation.

3

Rounds, when you want them

Positional and live training with other women, at whatever pace you choose.

Once a week.

Fri 5 pmWomen's Class
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Who teaches it.

Jill Hughes
JillHughes
Purple belt
Carsten Carlsen
CarstenCarlsen
Second-degree black belt

Before you come in.

Is it really free?

Yes, for non-members. Members train it as part of any adult membership.

Do I need experience?

No. Most women in the class started here.

Can I train the other classes too?

Yes. Every adult class is open to women, and many members do both.

Try itfree.

Tell us about you, then pick a day and time to try Women's class.

Book my free class

No card needed. No contract after. Or call or text (515) 505-4259.

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