Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)
Brazilian jiu-jitsu commonly referred to as ‘BJJ’, is a martial art, a self-defense system and a combat sport that focuses on grappling. BJJ promotes the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by taking the fight to the ground and using proper technique and leverage, apply joint-locks and/or choke holds to subdue or defeat the opponent.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Instructor
Pete Snider, a black belt in BJJ, has trained in BJJ for 10+ years under ADCC Absolute Champion Roberto Traven. Pete has had success in both MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), retiring undefeated with all wins by submission, and competition BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) at the international level. With a straightforward teaching style that focuses on simplicity, Pete has been instructing students from the Fayette and Coweta County areas for over 8 years.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Classes
At PTC Combat Fitness, we focus on technique and submissions. Our training methods include drills, where techniques are practiced against a non-resisting partner, isolation sparring, commonly referred to as positional drilling, where only a certain technique or sets of techniques are used, and full sparring, referred to as “rolling”, in which each opponent tries to submit their opponent using any legal technique. We encourage students to practice at full speed and with full power, resembling the effort used in a real situation or competition. Physical conditioning is also an important part of training and is a natural result of BJJ practitioners.
Our BJJ Lineage
Mitsuyo Maeda
The birth of Brazilian jiu jitsu can be traced all the way back to Mitsuyo Maeda. There could be a movie about this individual and the many travels and adventures he had spreading his version of martial arts as a traditional Japanese Judoka. Along the way learning from other martial arts like catch-wrestling and boxers then putting those skills to the test in a reported 2000+ professional fights! During his travels, he stopped in Brazil and happened to teach a couple of other people on our list.
Carlos Gracie
Carlos Gracie “was a handful” when he was young! His father once took him to a wrestling match to try and find a positive outlet for his young boy and happened to see Mitsuyo Maeda fight a much larger opponent and beat him easily. This led to Carlos’s father taking him to Maeda soon after and asking him to teach his son the martial art that he displayed.
Helio Gracie
Helio Gracie was the brother of Carlos Gracie and began training jiu jitsu with and under his brother Carlos. Helio was much smaller than most of his opponents and began to adapt his understanding of leverage and technique to the ground where size doesn’t matter as much.
Rolls Gracie
Son of Helio, Rolls, was taken from us very early in his life by a tragic accident. However, most people considered Rolls to be the best fighter in the family. Before passing away in 1982 Rolls promoted six black belts under his tutelage. Márcio Stambowsky, Mauricio Motta Gomes, Romero Cavalcanti, Nicin Azulay, Paulo Conde, and Mario Claudio Tallarico.
Jacare Cavalcanti
Romero “Jacare” Cavalcanti is an 8th-degree black belt and the founder of Alliance Jiu Jitsu. A long-standing figure and great fighter in the BJJ community, Jacare has taught thousands of students, including many world-class fighters and competitors.
Roberto Traven
Roberto “Spider” Traven is a pioneer in modern day martial arts. A multiple-time BJJ champion and UFC Veteran, Traven blazed a path for many young fighters to follow in the early days of MMA. Traven is one of the most decorated BJJ fighters and instructors in the modern day.
Pete Snider
Pete has a long history of high level competition in both BJJ and MMA. Training with and under some of the most proficient black belts in the country, Pete has honed his skills and developed a no-nonsense style of teaching that gets to the very heart of each technique while forgoing any unnecessary information.
Our Programs
Training Classes Available
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)
One of the most effective martial arts in the world, this training focuses on using position, angles, leverage, and momentum to control and submit your opponent. Often referred to as “human chess” this art emphasizes understanding different positions and using your understanding of that position and your body to capitalize and gain advantages over your opponent. Here at PTC Combat, we have legitimate BJJ black belts teaching all of our classes.
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Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)
If you are looking for an effective martial art for your child, then Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is the art for you and them. BJJ was developed so that the smaller, less athletic, individual can survive, progress, and then capitalize on their opponents’ weaknesses. Understanding how to grapple with another individual and using technique and leverage is an invaluable tool for any child. We specialize in teaching young individuals how to use their body most effectively with BJJ.
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Boxing
One of the oldest martial arts in existence, boxing can be dated back to 3000 years, and the fundamentals of boxing continue to stand the test of time due to its fierce effectiveness. To understand the “sweet science,” you need a gym and a coach that can give you the foundation to succeed when real strikes are being thrown at your head and body. Let us help you progress in a safe and productive environment and take your skills well above where they are now.
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Cardio Kickboxing
Cardio Kickboxing is a true full-body workout! This class is for those tired of the “normal” workout routines that become so boring after a very short time or anyone that wants to push themselves. Combining boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, calisthenics, body weight exercises, and more this class is full of exercises to keep your mind and body ready for more. If you are tired of running on a treadmill, then check out this class. We promise you won’t be bored!
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Muay Thai Kickboxing
Referred to as the “art of eight limbs,” this effective martial art has grown in popularity with the rise of MMA and its unquestionable efficacy in delivering strikes to your opponent. Our Muay Thai classes focus on technique, drills, and light sparring to develop an effective overall striking system. If you have ever been interested in learning a striking martial art that can be applied in most situations then this class is for you.
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Boot Camp
Referred to by other names like circuit training, CrossFit®, and high-intensity training, this class has it all. A full-body workout with functional exercises that not only get your body looking good but also encourage functional strength for everyday life. If you enjoy an intense workout with some friends then this is the class for you.
Other Programs
PTC Combat Fitness
01
One of the oldest martial arts in existence, boxing can be dated back to 3000 years, and the fundamentals of boxing continue to stand the test of time due to its fierce effectiveness. To understand the “sweet science,” you need a gym and a coach that can give you the foundation to succeed when real strikes are being thrown at your head and body. Let us help you progress in a safe and productive environment and take your skills well above where they are now.
02
Cardio Kickboxing is a true full-body workout! This class is for those tired of the “normal” workout routines that become so boring after a very short time or anyone that wants to push themselves. Combining boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, calisthenics, body weight exercises, and more this class is full of exercises to keep your mind and body ready for more. If you are tired of running on a treadmill, then check out this class. We promise you won’t be bored!
03
Referred to by other names like circuit training, CrossFit®, and high-intensity training, this class has it all. A full-body workout with functional exercises that not only get your body looking good but also encourage functional strength for everyday life. If you enjoy an intense workout with some friends then this is the class for you.
04
Referred to as the “art of eight limbs,” this effective martial art has grown in popularity with the rise of MMA and its unquestionable efficacy in delivering strikes to your opponent. Our Muay Thai classes focus on technique, drills, and light sparring to develop an effective overall striking system. If you have ever been interested in learning a striking martial art that can be applied in most situations then this class is for you.
05
One of the most effective martial arts in the world, this training focuses on using position, angles, leverage, and momentum to control and submit your opponent. Often referred to as “human chess” this art emphasizes understanding different positions and using your understanding of that position and your body to capitalize and gain advantages over your opponent. Here at PTC Combat, we have legitimate BJJ black belts teaching all of our classes.
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If you are looking for an effective martial art for your child, then Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is the art for you and them. BJJ was developed so that the smaller, less athletic, individual can survive, progress, and then capitalize on their opponents’ weaknesses. Understanding how to grapple with another individual and using technique and leverage is an invaluable tool for any child. We specialize in teaching young individuals how to use their body most effectively with BJJ.
“The BJJ taught here by Professor Pete is extremely comprehensive and practical. He is knowledgeable and hands-on. I encourage everyone to check out PTC Combat Fitness, you will be welcome no matter your skill level.”
- Jeff
“I first read about jiu jitsu through an author name Jocko Willink. He said jiu jitsu would change your life and training at PTC Combat Fitness definitely has!”
- Jonathan
Testimonial
Student Reviews
I have trained with Pete for years and I enjoy coming to the gym and getting to train with like-minded individuals that love jiu-jitsu.
- Todd
Everyone here at PTC Combat Fitness would love to meet you and have you as part of our family. It doesn’t matter where you are on your fitness journey, we have something for you!