Missoula Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
About Missoula Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
At Missoula Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we offer professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, and self-defense instruction for adults and youth. Founded by Professor Bradley Lehuta — a Hellgate High School wrestling alum and U.S. Navy Veteran — our academy is built on a foundation of service, precision, and a lifetime of grappling.
Bradley brings what he calls a Computer Engineering approach to the mat: systematic, leverage-based BJJ built on structured curriculum, app access, and workbooks for rapid, measurable progression. Founded in 2014 as a home for professional technical instruction for all ages, Missoula BJJ has grown into one of Western Montana's most respected academies.
We offer our signature Intro to Jiu Jitsu 4-week beginner curriculum, adult sport and self-defense BJJ, Little Rollers (ages 5-7), Kid Jitsu (ages 8-13), and Kickboxing. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find a home here.
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Signed up in 2024 and have loved it ever since. The community is fantastic - friendly atmosphere, super supportive people, and a culture that makes you want to show up. I really appreciate that Professor Brad brings Purples and above into teaching; it adds perspective from different practitioners and keeps classes dynamic. Between BJJ, Striking, and Judo I’m in the best shape of my life.
Coach Brad & Coach Mike are two of the best. Very awesome dudes. Highly skilled black belts in jiu jitsu, but also very great teachers that are very safe with their training and their students. I also had some very competitive rounds with them as a visiting brown belt. If you are ever in Missoula, I’d highly recommend coming here. Amazing environment, great community, and a lot of studs out here making each other better. It’s a win for everyone from experienced people, and beginners.
Started training here the beginning of Jan 2025 with my 7yr old son. Come from a scholastic wrestling background and Coach Brad does an excellent job comparing and contrasting BJJ moves to other disciplines’ similar moves. Every session’s a challenging workout and I have a long way to go but really excited to have started a journey I’ve considered for over a decade. There’s ample opportunity for growth here with a wide range of skill levels. Highly recommend.
We were traveling from out of town & the head coach was gracious enough to let us come in & get some work in. Great class. Great students. Everyone was super friendly! It was a great experience. Would definitely recommend to anyone in town!
I stopped in for a class while in Missoula visiting my daughter and what a great experience. I attended the lunchtime BJJ class and Brad taught a really good class, showed several techniques and I was able to roll with a few of the students before I had to head out. If you are in the area and looking for a top notch BJJ gym, I highly recommend checking out Missoula BJJ.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN MY FIRST CLASS?
Your first class includes a warm-up, foundational drills, technique instruction, partner drilling, and 20-30 minutes of live rolling.
DO I NEED EXPERIENCE?
No experience is needed. Our Intro to Jiu Jitsu program is a structured 4-week curriculum for beginners, complete with workbooks and app access.
WHAT FITNESS BENEFITS DOES BJJ OFFER?
BJJ is a full-body workout that builds cardiovascular endurance, functional strength, flexibility, and mental sharpness.
DO YOU HAVE KIDS CLASSES?
Yes — Little Rollers (ages 5-7) and Kid Jitsu (ages 8-13) offer age-appropriate BJJ in a fun, structured environment.
WHO IS PROFESSOR BRADLEY?
Bradley Lehuta is a Missoula native, Hellgate wrestling alum, and U.S. Navy Veteran who founded the academy in 2014.
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