Welcome To
Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu
Making jiu-jitsu as accessible as possible for the common good of everyone.
At Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu, you’ll find your new home away from home. Our casual, fun training environment is open to all, regardless of experience level or competitive goals. As a new martial arts school in Livonia, we aim to bring something different to the world of Jiu-Jitsu. Here you’ll find an unmatched level of personal attention and care, and a concerted effort to eliminate the mental and financial barriers that often prevent people from pursuing martial arts training. Now offering Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Muay Thai classes for both kids and adults!
Features
While you may have many Jiu-Jitsu schools to choose from, we have no doubt that Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu is in a league of its own. Don’t believe us? Here’s why:
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Accessible
With a fun, casual environment and no surprise additional expenses, Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu makes martial arts accessible to all. -
Camaraderie
By its very nature, martial arts training will help you build strong bonds with your peers and instructors. -
Community
The team at Commonwealth works to serve the Livonia community through fundraisers and special classes. -
Resilience
Martial arts classes at Commonwealth will help you become stronger, both physically AND mentally.
About Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu
About Us
Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu was started by three friends who see martial arts instruction as their passion, not their job. And we hope that every student who walks through our doors ends up loving martial arts just as much as we do. After many years of training, we created Commonwealth to amplify the positive aspects of our experiences while working to eliminate the negative.
What does this mean for our students? It means a family-friendly culture for all, whether you’re a hobbyist or a competitor. It also means no hidden fees and no mandatory uniform purchases. Long story short? We want to help you enrich your life and reach your goals with as few obstacles as possible. Check out our Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Muay Thai class offerings, and come visit us to see for yourself!
History
Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu owners/instructors Daniel Leith and Andrew Slackta have a long history in martial arts and combat training. Leith started his journey as a middle school and high school wrestler before joining the United States Marine Corps in 2005. This is where he was first introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has been grappling ever since. Meanwhile, Slackta is also an accomplished and active BJJ competitor.
And now, these two BJJ brown belts and IBJJF tournament medalists have joined forces. Their common goal is to continue the lifetime pursuit of martial arts excellence by sharing it with others. Through this dream, Commonwealth Jiu-Jitsu was born. Offering accessible and affordable martial arts classes to the Livonia area, Leith and Slackta have established Commonwealth as a place that serves the common good.
Adult
Jiu-Jitsu
Made for the real world, BJJ is a form of self-defense that every person should master. BJJ focuses on ground-level altercations – utilizing holds, throws, blows, and a variety of submission techniques.
Kid's
Jiu-Jitsu
When it comes to self defense, BJJ empowers a smaller individual to fight against a larger opponent. But the advantages don’t stop there. BJJ helps kids gain confidence, learn discipline, focus their energy, foster respect for others, and be a part of a one-of-a-kind community full of future friends
Judo
Program
Our Judo classes are challenging, yet extremely welcoming and fulfilling. We feel that Judo is the perfect martial art for athletes looking to drastically expand their physical abilities and gain greater experience in self-defense.
Adult
Muay Thai
In True Love’s Muay Thai Class punches, knee strikes, elbow strikes, kicks, and more. If you’re looking for something that will challenge what you think you know about martial arts, you’ve come to the right place.
Kid's
Muay Thai
Our Muay Thai program is not just an incredibly rewarding martial art to practice, it is also a form of exercise that is sure to push your child out of their comfort zone!
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