Midwest Martial Arts Academy
About
South Marion Road BJJ and Muay Thai Academy
Midwest Martial Arts Academy on South Marion Road is a Roy Dean Academy affiliated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in Sioux Falls, with crossover into Muay Thai and Judo on a single roster. The gym targets the 8-15 age band for kids classes plus full adult programs.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Children's BJJ track plus optional Muay Thai and Judo crossover for older kids. Programs include:
- Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (ages 8-15)
- Kids Judo
- Teen Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Adult BJJ, Muay Thai, Judo
What's Included
- Mats and trial-class loaner gi
- Roy Dean Academy affiliated black-belt instruction
- Coach-led drilling and live rolls
- Judo crossover for stand-up takedown work
Experience
Roy Dean lineage emphasizes clean technique and structured progression rather than competition-only intensity, which suits parents who want a thoughtful curriculum for older kids. The academy occupies a Marion Road plaza spot behind Shenanigans near Edward Jones, and the BJJ + Muay Thai + Judo trio on one mat gives kids real grappling and stand-up exposure.