BJJ · Beginner
Intro BJJ
Brand-new adultsFor those just beginning their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey. Learn the foundational concepts and techniques of BJJ in a controlled, sparring-free setting.
Programs
Find the right mat for you
From first-timers to competitors and kids — there's a class built for exactly where you are.
BJJ · Gi & No-Gi · All Levels
Essential BJJ
All levelsOur core all-levels program teaching the techniques with the highest percentage of success, with live drills and optional sparring. Available in Gi and No-Gi.
BJJ · Gi & No-Gi
Intermediate / Advanced BJJ
Experienced studentsA more challenging class featuring higher-level techniques, complex strategies, and advanced sparring. Offered in both Gi and No-Gi, including leg-lock focused sessions.
Kids BJJ · Gi
Kids BJJ (Ages 5+)
Ages 5+Foundational BJJ and self-defense for young kids, plus our character development and Anti-Bully Program — taught through techniques, grappling games, and positional drills.
Kids BJJ · Gi & No-Gi
Kids BJJ (Ages 10+)
Ages 10+Develops strong fundamental BJJ techniques and strategies with increased live drills and sparring. Available in both Gi and No-Gi formats.
Kickboxing · Striking
Essential Kickboxing
All levelsLearn essential striking skills in a controlled manner, without hard-contact sparring. An intermediate/advanced kickboxing class is also offered.
BJJ · All Levels
Open Rolling & Open Mat
Members & visiting practitionersExtra weekly sparring sessions for members, plus a monthly community Open Mat open to practitioners from any academy.
Yoga · Recovery
Yoga
All levelsAll-levels yoga led by a certified instructor — designed to increase flexibility, build strength, and clear the mind. Included with adult BJJ memberships or available separately.
About
Why train at Crossover BJJ
Crossover BJJ is a beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy serving the greater Milwaukee area, with our headquarters in Wauwatosa and additional locations in Waukesha and Mukwonago. We teach kids and adults of all skill levels — zero experience needed. Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the very first time or you're a seasoned competitor, our experienced black belt instructors will meet you where you are. Crossover is a Team Rigan Machado affiliate and one of the select Code 4 Concepts Police Jiu-Jitsu (C4C PJJ) affiliates in the country, built around an honest, no-nonsense training experience for the whole family.
A coach who invests in how you learn
At Crossover BJJ, our coaches are serious about being the best they can be — so they've joined a community of forward-thinking coaches, led by Greg Souders, who train with the constraints-led approach: a modern, games-based method grounded in motor-learning science. You learn by solving real problems on the mat — and build skill faster.
Coaches
Learn from people who care
Ryan Courtney
3rd Degree Black BeltCo-owner and Head BJJ Instructor. Professor Ryan holds a 3rd-degree black belt awarded by BJJ master Rigan Machado and leads the RCBJJ Association. He has a passion for teaching and spreading his knowledge of this fast-growing martial art.
Bob Duffey
2nd Degree Black BeltKids & Adult BJJ Instructor with over 20 years of martial arts experience. A certified law enforcement defensive tactics instructor, Bob has spent over a decade instructing children, adults, schools, and private organizations.
Dan Boxley
2nd Degree Black BeltAdult BJJ & Kickboxing Instructor. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Dan has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 10 years and trained Muay Thai under renowned coach Duane 'Bang' Ludwig.
Jorge Benavente
1st Degree Black BeltKids & Adult BJJ Instructor with 20+ years of wrestling experience. An experienced competitor and the father of two jiu-jitsu kids.
Cesar "Chaka" De La Cruz
Black BeltAdult BJJ & Kickboxing Instructor with 10+ years of BJJ experience, also experienced in kickboxing and pankration.
Beau Plath
Black BeltAdult BJJ Instructor with extensive wrestling and coaching experience — a two-time City Champion and Regional Champion, and an experienced competitor.
Jaimie Boparai
Brown BeltAdult BJJ Instructor and lead instructor for the women's-only class. Jaimie has 20+ years of martial arts experience across multiple disciplines, is an experienced competitor, and is the parent of three jiu-jitsu kids.
Jeremy Watson
Brown BeltKids & Adult BJJ Instructor and U.S. Army veteran. A certified firearms and self-defense instructor with 13+ years of youth coaching experience, and father of two.
Noah Rens
Brown BeltAdult BJJ Instructor, certified law enforcement officer, and experienced competitor.
Matt Danbeck
Brown BeltAdult Kickboxing Essentials Instructor. A Taekwondo black belt with 10+ years of striking-arts experience and a lifelong musician.
Erik Albinson
Purple BeltKids & Adult BJJ Instructor and professional learning specialist. An experienced competitor and the father of two jiu-jitsu kids.
Ed Adams
Purple BeltKids & Adult BJJ Instructor and lead software testing specialist, and father of a jiu-jitsu daughter.
Sarah Rens
Blue BeltKids and Adult Instructor, including the women's-only class. An experienced competitor and mother of two jiu-jitsu kids.
Schedule
Weekly class schedule
Find a class that fits your week. New students and drop-ins always welcome.
Little Grapplers Kickboxing No-Gi / All Levels
Monday
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Int/Adv BJJ – Leg Locks (No-Gi) Int/Adv
5:15 – 6:00 PM Kids Ages 5+ (Gi) Kids
6:15 – 7:15 PM Essential BJJ (Gi) All Levels
7:30 – 8:15 PM Yoga All Levels
Tuesday
6:00 – 7:00 AM Essential BJJ (No-Gi) All Levels
5:15 – 6:00 PM Kids Ages 10+ (Gi) Kids
6:15 – 7:15 PM Essential BJJ (No-Gi) All Levels
Wednesday
5:15 – 6:00 PM Kids Ages 5+ (Gi) Kids
6:15 – 7:15 PM Int/Adv BJJ (Gi) Int/Adv
Thursday
6:00 – 7:00 AM Essential BJJ (Gi) All Levels
6:00 – 7:00 PM Int/Adv BJJ (No-Gi) Int/Adv
7:15 – 7:45 PM Essential Kickboxing All Levels
Friday
5:00 – 6:00 PM Open Rolling (Adult Members Only) Members
Saturday
6:00 – 7:00 AM Int/Adv BJJ (No-Gi) Int/Adv
Sunday
9:15 – 10:00 AM Kids Ages 5+ (Gi) Kids
10:00 – 11:00 AM Intro BJJ Beginner
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Int/Adv BJJ (No-Gi) Int/Adv
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Contact
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Questions before your first class? Reach out — we're happy to help.
- Address
- 11931 W. Bluemound Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226
- Phone
- (262) 955-1349
- CrossoverBJJ@gmail.com
Free trial
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