Lotus Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

“As a female I feel that it's important to know self defense. After doing some research I felt that Brazilian jiu jitsu was the right fit for me. I checked out the other BJJ schools here in southern Oregon and saw they handed out belts like candy, which did not seem legit to me. They felt like McDojos. I came across the Lotus Academy website and learned the instructor, Pistol Pete, has been practicing jiu jitsu for well over 3 decades. That sold me because I wanted to learn from the best. I'm grateful I gave Lotus Academy a shot. Pete, Peyton, and Josh are all excellent teachers. I love the energy here. I highly recommend!”

“I trained here when I was a kid and now train here as an adult. The caliber of jiujitsu taught here is excellent, with a lot of time dedicated to sparring in order to give you the opportunity to actually test your skills and learn what works. It is also a very welcome environment, where everyone works to better each other which makes every session a positive experience and welcoming for newcomers and veterans alike”

“Pete is an incredibly knowledgeable and experienced instructor, and it shows in every class he leads. He is able to break down moves in ways that are easy to understand no matter your skill level or background with martial arts. You always leave his classes having learned something new and feeling more confident in your abilities”

“I started training at Lotus Academy in 2017 and can safely say it was one of the best decisions I've made in my life. Pete is truly an exceptional coach and it's amazing that we have someone with his credentials/experience in the valley. He's cultivated an incredible learning environment where you get constant hands-on instruction. Whether you want to learn a new hobby, get into shape, sharpen your existing BJJ skills, or become a world champion you can't go wrong with Lotus academy!”

“Great place to train. It does not matter if you are a black belt or a white belt taking your first class. The instructors are very down to earth while the other students are very welcoming.”