931 241 2159 info@rgclarksville.com 327 Warfield Blvd, Clarksville, TN
931 241 2159 info@rgclarksville.com 327 Warfield Blvd, Clarksville, TN

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About Our Program

Law Enforcement Officers

Law Enforcement Officer (L.E.O.) Program

At Renzo Gracie Clarksville, we are committed to supporting law enforcement officers by providing essential training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to enhance their safety and effectiveness in the field. Our L.E.O. Program offers four months of FREE BJJ training to all law enforcement officers, equipping them with crucial skills for real-world encounters.

Through our partnership with Adopt-A-Cop BJJ, officers may qualify for up to 12 additional months of sponsored training, allowing them to achieve their Blue Belt at no cost. Officers interested in extended sponsorship should visit the Adopt-A-Cop BJJ website for more details on eligibility and enrollment.

Combatives for Cops

In addition to our scholarship program, we offer Combatives for Cops, a FREE bi-weekly Saturday class designed exclusively for law enforcement. Led by Professor CJ Garza (BJJ Black Belt) and Michelin Villalobos (BJJ Brown Belt)—both seasoned law enforcement professionals—this program teaches control techniques, handcuffing, team takedowns, and scenario-based training.

Officers are required to bring their duty gear and mouthpiece to fully engage in this hands-on, high-stress training environment that builds on academy fundamentals. Scroll down to view the class schedule and learn more about our instructors!


How to Get Enrolled in Combatives for Cops

  • Current Members (not on scholarship): Ask for ‘Combatives for Cops’ access to be added to your membership. There is no charge for this
  • Current Members on LEO Scholarship: You already have access to this course via your LEO scholarship. Once your scholarship is complete you can continue this class for free regardless of membership level. Simply request it is added to your profile.
  • Non Members: With proof of your employment as a LEO you can sign up for this course only at no charge, or start your LEO scholarship for access.

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Our Classes

Learn more about the classes offered in our BJJ and LEO programs.
Exclusively for active Law Enforcement Officers, Combatives for Cops is a specialized bi-weekly training program designed to enhance officer safety and control tactics. Led by experienced law enforcement professionals and BJJ experts, this program focuses on real-world applications of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including control techniques, handcuffing, and team takedowns. Officers will train in a high-stress, scenario-driven environment that builds on academy fundamentals. Participants must bring their duty gear and mouthpiece. Stay prepared, stay in control—train with Combatives for Cops.

Combatives for Cops

Exclusively for active Law Enforcement Officers, Combatives for Cops is a specialized bi-weekly training program designed to enhance officer safety and control tactics. Led by experienced law enforcement professionals and BJJ experts, this program focuses on real-world applications of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including control techniques, handcuffing, and team takedowns. Officers will train in a high-stress, scenario-driven environment that builds on academy fundamentals. Participants must bring their duty gear and mouthpiece. Stay prepared, stay in control—train with Combatives for Cops.
This class welcomes all experience levels, focusing on technique, control, and strategy using the traditional gi. Students learn grips, sweeps, submissions, and positional dominance, improving both offense and defense.

All Levels Gi

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This class welcomes all experience levels, focusing on technique, control, and strategy using the traditional gi. Students learn grips, sweeps, submissions, and positional dominance, improving both offense and defense.
All Levels No Gi is a dynamic class for all levels, emphasizing speed, movement, and control without the gi. Students develop takedowns, submissions, and positional awareness, enhancing their adaptability for self-defense, sport, or MMA.

All Levels No Gi

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All Levels No Gi is a dynamic class for all levels, emphasizing speed, movement, and control without the gi. Students develop takedowns, submissions, and positional awareness, enhancing their adaptability for self-defense, sport, or MMA.
The BJJ Drilling and Techniques class focuses on refining fundamentals and techniques. Students choose areas to improve, drilling movements for precision and confidence. Sessions alternate between gi and no-gi based on student preference.

Drilling and Techniques

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The BJJ Drilling and Techniques class focuses on refining fundamentals and techniques. Students choose areas to improve, drilling movements for precision and confidence. Sessions alternate between gi and no-gi based on student preference.
Women's BJJ every Thursday and Saturday with Sensei Brinna and Duvien Garcia

Women’s BJJ

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Women's BJJ (12+) offers a supportive space to learn self-defense, grappling, and confidence-building. Open to all levels, this class focuses on technique, strategy, and empowerment. Train, grow, and connect in a welcoming community!
Over 40 BJJ with Jon Jasper and Jim Gross

Over 40 BJJ

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Over 40 BJJ is designed for practitioners 40 & up, focusing on technique, mobility, and longevity in training. Enjoy a paced approach to BJJ that prioritizes skill development, injury prevention, and a supportive community. Train smart, stay strong, and keep rolling!

Our Instructors

Learn more about our BJJ and LEO instructors.
James Hoskins. Owner and program director of Renzo Gracie Clarksville.

James Hoskins

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | Owner | Program Director
Professor Zee Durham

Zee Durham

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | Defensive Tactics Instructor
Professor CJ Garza

CJ Garza

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor | LEO Instructor
Professor Valentino Briones

Valentino Briones

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor
Instructor Michelin Villalobos

Michelin Villalobos

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor | LEO Instructor
Coach Alex Voight - Temp Photo

Alex Voight

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Harry Guest

Harry Guest

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Luke Backes

Luke Backes

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt Instructor
Coach Jon Jasper

Jon Jasper

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt Instructor

Our Schedule

Apr 05
Combatives for Cops
327 Warfield Boulevard, Clarksville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37043