Teen and Adult Wrestling
All levels, with Coach AJ and Coach Keaven
- Monday, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
60-minute class
Wrestling, MMA, and Striking in Wake Forest, NC
Teen and adult wrestling on Mondays, MMA and striking on Tuesdays, and Kids Striking on Fridays.
Add wrestling, striking, takedowns, and clinch work to your grappling for a complete system. The coaches focus on technique, timing, and control in a safe, structured setting.
All of these classes are included in Full Access memberships. Your first week is free.
When are the wrestling, MMA, and striking classes?
Teen and Adult Wrestling meets Mondays from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, MMA and Striking meets Tuesdays from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Kids Striking meets Fridays from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
MMA and Striking
With Coach Austin
- Tuesday, 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
60-minute class
Kids Striking
With Coach Ty
- Friday, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
60-minute class
Coaches listed are who usually teaches that class, and can change if someone is out or covering. Class times can change for holidays and weather. See this week’s live schedule. Kids Striking is also on the kids jiu jitsu page.
Are these classes included in my membership?
Yes, with a Full Access membership. Full Access includes every class type, and it is typically about $50 more than a once-a-week membership, which covers any one class each week. You can switch at any time. Call or text (919) 800-2021 for current rates.
Who teaches wrestling and striking?
Coach AJ Hempstead has wrestled since 2009 and competed in Folkstyle, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman. He is a soldier medic and actor who has trained in Kansas, Missouri, California, and Germany, and his motto is “Low risk, high reward.” Coach Keaven also teaches the Monday class. Coach Austin Blanks has an MMA and wrestling base and leads MMA and Striking. Coach Ty Stancil has boxed since 2015, has been an ACE-certified personal trainer since 2017, and teaches Kids Striking. Meet all the coaches.
Do I need wrestling experience to start?
No. Teen and Adult Wrestling is open to all levels. Not sure which class fits? Call or text (919) 800-2021 with questions about which class fits.
Questions people ask
When is wrestling at Heritage Jiu Jitsu?
Teen and Adult Wrestling meets Mondays from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM with Coach AJ and Coach Keaven. It is open to all levels.
When is the MMA and striking class?
Tuesdays from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM with Coach Austin.
Is there a striking class for kids?
Yes. Kids Striking meets Fridays from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM with Coach Ty, and it is included in Full Access memberships.
Is there a wrestling class for teens?
Yes. Monday’s class is Teen and Adult Wrestling. For questions about fit for your teen, call or text (919) 800-2021.
Are wrestling and MMA included in my membership?
Yes, with Full Access, which includes every class type. Once-a-week memberships can choose any one class each week, of any type.
What should I wear to my first class?
A t-shirt or rashguard and athletic shorts or pants, because Heritage is fully no-gi. Leave jewelry at home. For your free week, just wear your own workout clothes. Slip-on shoes make it easy, since shoes never go on the mat. When you join, members get a Heritage uniform and a CombatCuff rank anklet.
How does the free week work?
New students get a full week of unlimited classes with no long-term commitment. Come in your own workout clothes, and the coaches walk you through everything on day one. Claim it with the free week form or call or text (919) 800-2021.
How much do memberships cost?
Membership rates are not listed online, so call or text (919) 800-2021 for current rates. Full Access memberships include every class type, and once-a-week memberships cover any one class each week. Full Access is typically about $50 more than once a week, and you can switch at any time.
Where is Heritage Jiu Jitsu?
Heritage is at 745 Merritt Capital Dr, Suite 118, Wake Forest, NC 27587. Students come from Wake Forest, North Raleigh, Raleigh, Youngsville, Rolesville, and Franklinton.
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