Our BJJ Programs
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial arts system that focuses on close proximity grappling and ground fighting. In BJJ you learn to use techniques and leverage to take your opponent to the ground and apply joint-locks or chokes to defeat them. BJJ can be used for sport grappling tournaments (gi and no gi), in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), and for self-defense in some situations. Sparring or “rolling” is a major part of training and offers a unique opportunity to actually practice and test your skills against an opponent.
No-Gi Grappling
No-Gi Grappling combines aspects of wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu for a fast-paced training experience. The No-Gi class focuses on active drilling and live sparring to increase a student’s ability to execute moves when it counts.
Kickboxing & MMA STRIKING
The Performex kickboxing class will teach you how to strike effectively. Learn a variety of punching and kicking combinations while getting a great workout. Kickboxing can be practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or sport. The Kickboxing class is geared towards providing a quick paced, cardio workout for participants, while the MMA striking class focuses on additional details such as striking with takedowns and striking in grounded and clinch positions.
Private & Small Group Classes
Reach out to Performex for details to schedule private lessons or small group classes. Regular timeslots available from 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday (other times may be available upon request).
Train With Experts
Meet Our Coaches
Train With Experts
Our Coaches
Roberto Ramirez
Roberto is currently a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Black Belt under Fourth-Degree Black Belt, James Clingerman and is an active competitor in BJJ tournaments.
Roberto’s International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Tournament history as a Brown Belt includes:
- Gold - Chicago Spring International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Gold - Chicago Spring International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Heavy)
- Silver - Chicago Spring International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Silver - Chicago Spring International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Heavy)
- Gold - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Gold - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Heavy)
- Gold - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Gold - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2022 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Heavy)
- Bronze - World Master IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Heavy)
- Bronze - World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Gold - Chicago International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Gold - Chicago International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Gold - Chicago International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Bronze - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 2 / Brown / Open Class)
- Silver - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 2 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Silver - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2021 (Male / Master 1 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Gold - Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Bronze - Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2020 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Bronze - Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2020 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
- Bronze - Nashville International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2019 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Open Class)
- Gold - Nashville International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2019 (Male / Master 3 / Brown / Super Heavy)
Jake Hockenbury
No-Gi Coach
From Indianapolis, Indiana. Jake started wrestling at the age of 4. After competing at a high level both locally and nationally Jake went on to wrestle for Lincoln college in Illinois. He then returned to Indiana and coached for Decatur Central High School for 4 years. During that time he started training under James Clingerman. He was a member of the Team USA Grappling Team in 2017. Jake is an active MMA competitor and is currently the Colloseum Combat Amatuer Light Heavyweight Champion. Jake currently coaches grappling classes.
Caleb Cox
Kickboxing and MMA Coach
From Brownsburg, Indiana, Caleb played football for Brownsburg High School and was a four year Linebacker for Indiana State University. After competing at the Division 1 level, Caleb went on to start his Martial Arts journey under the guidance of Dr. Jason Winkle, going on to compete in Boxing, Kickboxing and MMA. Returning to the Indianapolis area, he joined Performex in 2014. He is currently a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under James Clingerman.
Accomplishments:
- 2-1 Mixed Martial Arts
- 14-6 Amateur Boxing
- 3-1 Kickboxing
- Bronze - World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Master 1 / Purple / Super Heavy)
- Bronze - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2021 (Male / Master 1 / Purple / Super Heavy)
- Silver - Indianapolis International Open IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship 2021 (Male / Adult / Purple / Super Heavy)
- Silver - Fuji Indiana State Championships Jiu-Jitsu 2021 (Male / Adult / Purple / Super Heavy)
Chris Matthis
Kid's BJJ Coach
Chris Matthis is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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