The Forge Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Specialties

The Forge Brazilian Jiu Jitsu provides instruction in martial arts and self defense to adults and children in Edmond, Oklahoma. We offer a full schedule with convenient morning, evening and weekend class times.

History

Established in 2013.

Head Instructor Robert Harper began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2001 and was awarded his Black Belt by Rafael Lovato, Jr and Sr in January 2012. The Forge Brazilian Jiu Jitsu began providing instruction to adults and children in July 2013.

Meet the Business Owner

Robert H.

Business Owner

Professor Harper was introduced to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) in the high school wrestling room and began formal training in BJJ, Muay Thai and Vale Tudo with Rafael Lovato, Sr in 2001. He quickly rose through the ranks as one of the most active and successful team competitors and was awarded his Black Belt by Rafael Lovato, Senior and Junior, in January 2012. Then received his First Degree from Professor Octavio Couto in September 2015. He has competed in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, submission grappling and judo tournaments and is 1 – 0 in amateur Muay Thai fights. Prof Harper started instructing BJJ, Muay Thai and boxing classes as a blue belt and after nearly a decade of teaching has been recognized for his approachable demeanor, and effective and encouraging teaching style.