FoCo BJJ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

FoCo BJJ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu serves the Fort Collins, CO grappling community from 353 W Drake Rd STE 140, offering a training environment built for steady progress, technical development, and practical mat time. The academy’s lineup covers every stage of the journey, from Beginner BJJ and Kids Classes to Intermediate BJJ, Advanced BJJ, Morning Session/Executive Session, and Open Mat & Private Lessons. That range makes it easy for newcomers to build confidence while giving experienced students a place to sharpen timing, conditioning, and strategy. For visitors and locals alike, the structure is especially appealing because the schedule and class types support both consistent weekly training and focused one-on-one work.

The coaching team brings together a deep mix of experience and rank, with Troy Thomas, Francisco Gonzalez, Ryan Shiba, and Jeffrey Callaway guiding students on the mats. The belt progression reflected at the academy shows a strong technical foundation, including IBJJF 4th Degree Black Belt for Troy Thomas, a 1st Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt for Francisco Gonzalez, a Brown Belt for Francisco Gonzalez earned under Professor Cristian Beck, a Brown Belt for Ryan Shiba earned under Professor Finnie McMahon, a Black Belt for Ryan Shiba under Professor Troy Thomas, and a Brown Belt for Jeffrey Callaway under Professor Troy Thomas. That level of instruction creates a setting where details matter, and students can expect to work with coaches who understand how to adapt jiu-jitsu to different experience levels and learning goals.

FoCo BJJ’s program design also reflects a clear training philosophy. Beginner classes use a fundamental format with drills, which helps new students build habits and understand core movements before moving into more demanding rounds. The Advanced BJJ class requires a blue belt, while Morning Session/Executive Session and Open Mat are open to 2-stripe white belt level and above, giving committed students a practical path to extra mat time. Open mat is geared toward sparring and fitness, while private lessons offer a more personalized option for targeted improvement. For families, the Kids Classes provide an age-appropriate entry point into the sport, and for adults balancing work and training, the morning and executive sessions add flexibility.

What stands out most is the academy’s blend of accessibility and seriousness. Beginners can start with structure and drills, while advanced students have room to test themselves in live training and open mat settings. With a website at focobjj.com, FoCo BJJ presents itself as a practical choice for anyone in Fort Collins looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction that values fundamentals, progression, and a welcoming path from first class to advanced training.