Black Belt
Tahir
Coaches the fundamentals and keeps new students moving safely on the mat. Patient with beginners, exacting about the details that matter.
Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Castleton, Indianapolis
Learn the skill every person wishes they had before they needed it.
No experience, no gear, no problem. Train with a black belt coach in a room built for beginners — where being new isn't tolerated, it's expected. Your first class is on us.
5.0 on Google · loved by beginnersFirst class free · No experience needed · No pressure to come back.
Beginners welcome
Gi & no-gi
Ages 15+
Black belt coaching
First class free
No experience needed
Gi & no-gi training
Ages 15 and up
New here? Good. So is half the mat.
The hardest part of Jiu-Jitsu is walking through the door the first time. Every person training here did exactly that. Before they started, most of them were thinking the same things you are:
- Will I look stupid?
- Will I get smashed on day one?
- Am I too old or out of shape for this?
- Will I slow everyone down?
No. You'll be shown what to do, partnered with people who want you to improve, and coached at your level. You leave your first class knowing more than you walked in with. That's the whole job.
Who you'll train under
A black belt who teaches beginners every week and cares more about your technique than his own ego.
What you actually learn
Not a random sweat session. A structured martial art you'll keep getting better at for years.
- Control a bigger, stronger opponent using leverage instead of muscle.
- Escape bad positions without panicking.
- Stay calm and breathe when someone's putting pressure on you.
- Defend yourself standing up and on the ground, gi and no-gi.
- Build real conditioning without forcing yourself through another boring gym routine.
The room is full of people who started right where you are.
On any given night, a big chunk of the mat is in their first year. You won't be the odd one out. You'll be one of them.
First class free
No experience needed
Train at your own pace
"I've been here a little over a year now and made some good friends. The instructors are great — I absolutely love their attention to detail. I think I'm the oldest person who trains consistently, but I still put up a decent fight with the young bucks half my age."
"I'm in my 40s and started almost a year ago, and the improvement in my cardio and strength has been amazing. Jiu-Jitsu is one of the hardest, most rewarding things I have done."
"We love this gym — our whole family trains and we're here almost every day of the week. I'm coming from a wrestling background and have enjoyed the transition to Jiu-Jitsu, especially because of the welcoming environment. Tahir and the instructors are awesome and very encouraging."
"I've been training for about two months — it's very welcoming, and the coaches are kind and helpful. Everyone here is supportive, from white belts to black belts. Since I joined I've become a lot healthier and seen significant improvements in my technique."
What a few months on the mat does
Nobody changes overnight. But show up consistently and the difference is hard to miss.
- Your conditioning catches up. Stairs, sparring, a stressful day: all of it gets easier.
- You stop panicking in bad positions and start working out the answer.
- Confidence stops being a word on a poster and becomes something you've earned.
- You find a crew that notices when you miss a week and is glad when you're back.
The mats
Inside the academy
Real classes on our mats — not stock photos.
Gi fundamentalsAdult class · Drilling
Partner workGi · Technique
No-gi rollingLive training
Class flowPositions · Control
No-gi controlGrappling · Pressure
The roomFull academy · Energy
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Adult class schedule
Find a time that fits your week, then book your free trial in that slot.
Morning AM
- Mon · Wed · Fri6:00 – 7:00 AMGi
- Tue · Thu6:00 – 7:00 AMNo-Gi
- Mon · Wed9:00 – 10:00 AMGi
- Friday9:00 – 10:00 AMNo-Gi
- Saturday10:45 – 11:45 AMGi
Afternoon & Evening PM
- Tue · Thu12:00 – 1:00 PMGi
- Wed · Fri6:00 – 7:00 PMGi
- Monday6:45 – 7:45 PMGi
- Tue · Thu6:45 – 7:45 PMGi
- Tue · Thu6:45 – 7:45 PMNo-Gi
New students: arrive about 15 minutes early. We hold that buffer to get you settled before class.
Your first class, start to finish
Four steps. No sales pitch hiding in any of them.
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1
Book your trial
Pick the class time that fits your schedule. Takes under a minute.
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2
Show up early
Come a few minutes ahead. We'll meet you, answer questions, and show you where to go.
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3
Train at your level
Learn the basics, move with a partner, and get a real feel for how Jiu-Jitsu works.
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4
Decide for yourself
No pressure either way. You'll know if New Wave is the right fit.
Common questions
Do I need any experience?
None. Beginners are expected here, not tolerated. You won't be treated like you should already know what to do.
Am I too old or out of shape to start?
No. You don't get in shape and then start Jiu-Jitsu. Training is how you build the conditioning and mobility. You start where you are and improve from there.
Is it safe for beginners?
Any contact sport carries some risk, but controlled partner work and good coaching make a big difference. You'll learn how to move, when to tap, and how to train responsibly.
What should I wear to my first class?
Comfortable athletic clothes and a water bottle. No gi or gear needed to start. We'll point you in the right direction when you're ready for one.
Will I have to compete?
Only if you want to. Plenty of people here train purely for fitness, stress relief, and self-defense. Competition is an option, never a requirement.
How do I get started?
Book a free trial, come in, meet the coaches, and try a real beginner-friendly class. That's it.
Your first class is free. Take it.
You don't need to be in shape. You don't need experience. You don't need to know a single move. You just need to show up once and see for yourself.
Under a minute to book. We'll confirm your class and tell you what to bring.