First Shield Defense

Clean facility! Great coaches! Supportive community! I’ve been training here for a little over two years now. I started for our self-defense and apex concealed carry programs - but since we added Black Market BJJ to our weekly training schedule I’ve been doing that as well! We are constantly adding more women’s only events as well, which is great for anyone who prefers to not train in a co-ed type of environment. If you’re looking for self-defense, sport jiu jitsu or concealed carry training in Fort Wayne, IN- this is the place for you!

Fort wayne, black market jujitsu is full of very knowledgeable and friendly instructors. The Chill vide and easy going atmosphere makes training productive and fun. "You get out of training what you put in mindset" means everyone can go at their own pace.

I’ve trained Jiu-Jitsu at a couple of other gyms in the area and never really felt at home. Black Market BJJ at First Shield Defense in Fort Wayne has beginner, intermediate, advanced and competition classes, perfect for any age or skill level!

I'm 53 years old and work behind a computer all day... I was getting fat and having chronic pains all over the place. Kyle has been amazing at helping me get back into shape, while simultaneously teaching me valuable self defense skills. He is a patient and skilled instructor and I am grateful! ... This has not been an easy process, but it has been well worth it!

After a year of training here, I can say that this is the best investment of my time and money I could’ve made! I’ve gone from knowing virtually nothing, to being very confident in my ability to protect myself and those around me. The instructors do a fantastic job of meeting you where you are at, building and shaping your skills into a digestible, useful and practical self defense format. The other students are also very welcoming and fun to train with; great people and great community all around. There isn’t anywhere else like this in town. It’s legit!