Freedom to Evolve
Headnod
American Jiu Jitsu
Welcome To
Headnod
American Jiu Jitsu
At HeadNod, we believe that martial arts training can help every child and adult develop the mental and physical skills they need to succeed in life. Martial Arts isn’t just about self-defense like so many believe. At HeadNod, it’s all about self-confidence, improved focus, physical strength, and positive social interaction. HeadNod teaches our members to set goals, work hard, and follow-through, all the while having fun and making friends.
American Jiu Jitsu is a martial art that focuses on grappling and ground fighting as a self defense. Jiu Jitsu has recently become more popular and is noted to be one of the fastest growing MMA sports in the United States. The concept of Jiu Jitsu is that smaller people who are not as strong can defend themselves against a larger, stronger opponent. Through the use of skillful leveraging techniques and effective groundwork, American Jiu Jitsu martial artists are able to manipulate, subdue, and control their opponent.
Join us at HeadNod for a
four-week trial!
All newcomers can sign up for a 4-week paid trial to get started. Come on in and see what Jiu Jitsu classes can do for you!
What You’ll Find At Headnod
Whether it is our Edwardsville, Jerseyville, or Granite City Jiu Jitsu location, HeadNod has an experience for you that is unlike any other. Our up-to-date philosophy allows for students to maximize their potential and to reach their goals. Check out what makes HeadNod American Jiu Jitsu a truly special place!
What is American Jiu Jitsu? It is based on concepts, not rituals and allows students to be free from toxic traditions some (not all) Jiu Jitsu schools have. We focus on our Wrestling roots, pressure, and continuously adapting.
Designated Winner Training (originating from HeadNod) does not over-practice the same drill. Students solve the problem live, with the perfect amount of resistance to learn timing. Each time you hear “play” in our Jiu Jitsu school, you have the opportunity to discover a new skill from your own experience.
Many of our students have lost weight after training in our adult Jiu Jitsu classes. You won’t just learn how to defend yourself, but will receive a good workout that can translate to a weight loss off the mat.
TacTeam is an American-run affiliation – the largest non-Brazilian run affiliation – in Jiu Jitsu right now. We have won our 10th IBJJF Chicago Open title, becoming the first American team to win double digit IBJJF open events!
Above all else, our Jiu Jitsu lessons allow you to enjoy yourself. Our close-knit culture and optimistic mindset makes training a great, productive experience.
We make sure our kids Jiu Jitsu training includes a focus on situational awareness. Students are taught how to defend themselves and to deescalate situations so nothing unnecessary happens.
Join us at HeadNod for a
four-week trial!
All newcomers can sign up for a 4-week paid trial to get started. Come on in and see what Jiu Jitsu classes can do for you!
Join the Fun at
Headnod
What Our Students Are Saying
HeadNod American Jiu Jitsu is a place where everyone is accepted and creativity is encouraged. Our unique approach to Jiu Jitsu lessons allows students to have fun and thrive. And don’t just take our word for it. Check out what our students are saying about what makes our Illinois Jiu Jitsu schools the place to be!
“An absolutely fantastic gym with some really great people…I will definitely drop in every time I am in town! Thank you HeadNod HQ for an amazing time!”
“Love the Women’s class. Awesome new friends, knowledgeable coaches, and an empowered mindset.”
“While traveling I stopped in for an afternoon class and I’m glad I did. The instruction covered concepts and technique. Everyone was very welcoming and kind.”
“The community here is extremely welcoming and friendly for all experience levels.”
“I visited HeadNod HQ last week and was very impressed with the high level of instruction, friendly students and the clean facilities.”
Join us at HeadNod for a
four-week trial!
All newcomers can sign up for a 4-week paid trial to get started. Come on in and see what Jiu Jitsu classes can do for you!
Granite City HQ
Hours
Monday: 6:00 – 7:00pm
Tuesday: 6:00 – 7:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00pm & 5:00 – 7:00pm
Thursday: 12:00 – 1:00pm & 6:00 – 7:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Jerseyville
School Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 5:45pm, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 5:00 – 5:45pm, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 6:00 – 7:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Edwardsville
School Hours
Monday: 7:30 – 8:30pm
Tuesday: 7:30 – 8:30pm
Wednesday: 7:30 – 8:30pm
Thursday: 7:30 – 8:30pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Sunday: Closed