Instructor Spotlight
Shihan Jerry Minerva leads the coaching at Makoto Jiu Jitsu Centers, bringing a steady instructional presence across Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, adults and kids martial arts, and the academy’s broader martial arts classes. You can expect direct guidance, patient skill-building, and a training environment that supports both first-time students and returning martial artists. The approach gives you room to develop fundamentals, improve fitness, and stay engaged through structured classes designed for different ages and goals.







