Carlson Gracie Columbus

Specialties

Brazilian jiu-​jitsu classes for the highly effective Carlson Gracie jiu jitsu style given by a great instructor. High degree of individual attention that produces increased skill in minimum time. Excellent location for Dublin, Upper Arlington, Worthington and Columbus residents.

History

Established in 2013.

Carlson Gracie Columbus was founded by Head Instructor Brandon Willis in late 2013. In March 2015 he relocated his program from Grove City to FTW Crossfit on Kenny Rd.

Meet the Business Owner

Brandon W.

Business Owner

Brandon Willis has a style that is geared toward actual fighting. His philosophy emphasizes achieving positional dominance, reversals from bottom positions, heavy pinning pressure and the aggressive attacking style that the Carlson Gracie Team is known for. He began training at the Relson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy and later moved on to train under Arthur Ruff and Carlos Carvalho in the Carlson Gracie system giving him a broad understanding of the different styles. He currently travels regularly to be instructed by Master Carlson Gracie Jr. Prior to Carlson Gracie Columbus, he has instructed under Carlos Carvalho and in the People’s Republic of China while on a 6 month long international work assignment. See our website for more information.