Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Longmont at Motive Jiu Jitsu Academy. We offer kids Jiu-Jitsu, adult beginner BJJ, advanced adult classes, and women's self-defense at 3600 Stagecoach Rd. Build confidence, learn real self-defense, and get in great shape with structured BJJ instruction for every age.
Every student. Every goal. Every belt. We're here every step of the way.
Motive Jiu Jitsu Academy is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in Longmont, Colorado. We teach kids Jiu-Jitsu, adult beginner and advanced BJJ, and women's self-defense. Professor Anthony Gutierrez is the head instructor, with his son Cruz Jiminez as assistant coach and his daughter Giavonni "Gia" Gutierrez helping with kids classes — Motive is truly a family-run academy. Students also train with us from Erie, Firestone, Niwot, Lafayette, and nearby Frederick.
Head Instructor / Professor
Professor Anthony Gutierrez is a 3-time CHSAA Wrestling State placer and 2nd Degree Black Belt in Gracie Jiu Jitsu who started training at age 5. He went on to compete internationally, placing 2nd at Grapplers Quest West Coast 2005 and 3rd at the Pan-American Championships 2006. Today Anthony teaches practical, real-world self-defense for teens, adults, women, and children, joined on the mats by his son Cruz Jiminez (assistant coach) and daughter Giavonni "Gia" Gutierrez (assistant coach for kids classes) — bringing decades of combined mat experience to every class at Motive.
We don't just teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — we build better people.
Our certified instructors are hands-on and genuinely invested in every student's growth — in technique and in character. Our results speak for themselves.
From young kids to adults, complete beginners to returning martial artists — everyone feels at home at Motive Jiu Jitsu Academy. This is a family, not just a gym.
Parents and students report improvements in focus, confidence, and discipline within the first 30–60 days. Our structured curriculum ensures every student progresses at every level.
Real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for every age — from Little Grapplers (ages 4–7) to Advanced Adults.
Using Brazilian Jiu Jitsu games, we teach basic self-defense techniques while instilling the foundational principles of leverage and control. We make the program so fun that the kids will be begging for more! Once a child masters all 10 games, they advance into Jr Grapplers.
In this class we teach 33 non-violent self-defense techniques to neutralize and negotiate with bullies. Verbal assertiveness strategy is a major part of this curriculum — your child will leave this class with more confidence than ever.
A beginners class for adults — learn the 36 core techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a fun and safe environment. Each one-hour lesson includes a standing and a ground self-defense technique broken down into simplified drills, building toward our Reflexes Development classes.
Simplifies the journey to black belt by organizing all Brazilian Jiu Jitsu into 7 positional chapters, each studied in depth for several months before moving to the next — a clear, structured path forward for serious students.
A self-defense program for women based on the techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We teach you how to neutralize the most common attacks — from hair grabbing to being held on the ground by a violent, weapon-bearing attacker.
Three easy steps to your first class — no experience required.
Click the button below or call us at (720) 260-0163 to reserve your free intro session at a time that works for you.
Arrive in comfortable workout clothes. We'll give you a tour, introduce you to the team, and guide you through your first class.
If you love it — and you will — we'll find the perfect program and membership that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
No commitment. No experience needed. Just show up.
Real reviews from real families on Google
"We have been taking our daughter, now 7, to Motive for close to three years now. We love Professor Anthony, coach Cruze, and coach Gia, they really have become like family to us. Ellie has become a great jiu jitsu athlete through their teaching and support. It's a great group of kids, we are happy to be a part of the Motive family!"
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"Coach Anthony is invested in the growth and knowledge he gives to his students. If you want your children to be taught the right way or you want to learn yourself, this is the place."
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"So worth it! My boys aged 6 and 9 have been taking classes here for the last few years. These are life long skills and I promised my boys that I'll pay for them to attend classes until they are at least 18! We love the coaches too, they are the best!"
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"My son has been training here for a year and a half and absolutely loves coming! He has learned so many skills which have translated both on the mat as well as at home and in school. Disciplined and high expectations, but not intimidating — my son has such respect for Professor Anthony and all the coaches."
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"Professor Anthony is an amazing instructor for all ages and walks of life. My son and I have both trained under him for over a year. Coach Gia and Coach Cruz (Anthony's son and daughter) also teach classes. This whole family is amazing with children AND beginner adults. One of the best decisions I have ever made was starting my journey at Motive."
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"Coach Anthony is wonderful! He and Gia have so much patience for these little kids and our daughter (6 years old) has learned so much in only 5 months. I'm so glad they are here and 100% recommend them. They are building skills and toughness for life."
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"Motive Jiu-Jitsu changed my now 11 year old daughter's life! Less than a year into training with Professor Anthony, her personality had gone through the roof with confidence. Today my daughter continues to thrive, battle, and win Jiu-Jitsu tournaments! Professor Anthony is awesome with the kids — a great balance of fun and learning a real effective martial art you keep with you for life."
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"Best instructor and greatest coach ever! As a woman this place taught me so much that I can use in my daily life to feel safe when I am out. As a mother, Coach Anthony took the time to teach my son not only the basics but also self-esteem, which he has used to stand up to bullies and for his friends."
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"My kids have been studying with Coach Anthony for two years. There is a great methodology to the classes, using games to teach basic skills and keep the little ones engaged, progressing to 'live battles' to further demonstrate use of those skills in real-world situations."
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