Programs at Midguard Academy, Port Edwards, WI Four ways onto the mat.

Two classes for kids, two arts for adults, and open mat on Sunday. Whether you’re brand new or already competing, we’ll work with you where you are.

Adults · The ground game

Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian jiu-jitsu isn’t about size or strength. It’s about strategy. Every roll is a puzzle to solve, every technique a move on the board.

If you like solving hard problems, you’ll like jiu-jitsu. If you have never set foot on a mat, this is still the right class: we’ll work with you where you are.

Affiliation: Nibiru BJJ , under black belt Robert Tahtinen

What the art trains

Position before submission
Leverage over strength
Problem-solving under pressure

When

Monday & Wednesday 5:45 – 7:30 PM
Tuesday & Thursday 5:45 – 7:00 PM

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Adults · The stand-up game

Adult Kickboxing

Students practicing kickboxing pad work at Midguard.

Striking is a decision sport. Managing distance, reading timing and choosing the angle matter more than swinging hard.

The program is led by Josh Pinney, a black belt who has been training since 2002.

Head Kickboxing Instructor: Josh Pinney

What the art trains

Range and footwork
Timing and combinations
Composure when it gets fast

When

Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 – 8:00 PM

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Kids · Fundamentals

Kids Jiu-Jitsu

A 45-minute class that introduces kids to the fundamentals of Brazilian jiu-jitsu in a safe, fun, structured environment.

Kids learn no-gi techniques and develop balance, coordination and confidence along the way.

On the mat

Takedowns
Guard movements
Escapes
Basic submissions

When

Monday – Thursday 5:00 – 5:45 PM

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Everyone · Time on the mat

Open Mat

Technique sticks when you repeat it. Open mat is Sunday, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.

Use it to

Drill what you learned
Get rounds in
Work on your own game

When

Sunday 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

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From time to time

Women’s Self-Defense

Josh Pinney runs women’s self-defense classes at Midguard a few times a year. They aren’t on the weekly schedule. Follow Midguard on Facebook or Instagram to catch the next one.

Before you come in

Questions.

Do I need experience?

No. Whether you’re brand new or already competing, we’ll work with you where you are to improve your technique and get the most out of your training.

How do I try a class?

Stop in during class hours and ask about a free trial, or send us a message and we’ll set it up.

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Which kids class is right for my child?

Kids Jiu-Jitsu runs Monday to Thursday at 5:00. It introduces the fundamentals of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Not sure? Ask us and we’ll point you to the right class.

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Can my kid and I both train?

Yes. Monday to Thursday, kids classes run from 5:00 to 5:45 and adult jiu-jitsu starts at 5:45. On Monday and Wednesday it runs until 7:30, and on Tuesday and Thursday until 7:00. Bring your kid to the 5:00 class and step on for your own when they step off.

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What does it cost?

Pricing isn’t listed on this site. Ask when you stop in for your free trial, or send us a message.

Contact the academy

Where are you?

151 Market Ave, Port Edwards, WI 54469. Port Edwards is just outside Wisconsin Rapids.

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Free trial

There’s room on the mat.

Stop in during class hours and ask about a free trial, or send a message and we’ll set it up. No experience needed.

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Visit: 151 Market Ave
Port Edwards, WI 54469
Class hours: Mon & Wed 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Tue & Thu 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM