"The Midwest premiere martial arts training facility! Features judo and Jiujitsu for all around grapling."
Highest Level Coaching Staff in the 4-State Area
Highest Level Coaching Staff in the 4-State Area
Head Coach Amber Jones
Coach Amber Jones brings elite-level experience and real-world toughness to the mats. A 4th Degree Judo Black Belt and BJJ Brown Belt, she’s an internationally certified coach, Head Coach of the Armed Forces Judo Team, and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran currently serving in the Missouri National Guard.
With 26 years of experience in Judo, BJJ, MMA, and military combatives, Amber is a World Masters medalist, 4x National Masters Champion, national podium finisher, and professional MMA winner. Her coaching blends technical precision, competition-tested skill, and high-energy training to help athletes of all levels build confidence, toughness, and winning performance.
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Coach Ethan Elliott
Coach Ethan Turner is a seasoned grappler with over 8 years at J3. He holds a Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) in Judo and is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt, bringing well-rounded experience to both programs. Ethan regularly leads classes for Judo and BJJ when the head instructor is away and is USA SafeSport certified, ensuring a safe and positive environment for youth athletes.
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Coach Ethan Turner
Coach Ethan Turner is an Ikkyu-ranked Judo competitor and nationally ranked Masters athlete known for his technical precision and relentless pace. With a strong competition background, Ethan brings sharp fundamentals, effective gripping, and high-percentage throws to the mat. His coaching focuses on building solid basics, smart strategy, and confidence — helping athletes develop competition-ready judo from day one.
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Press Release
Joplin's Finest Judo Athletes Make Waves at Prestigious Texas Tournaments
November 16, 2023
Joplin's local Judo athletes travel to Texas to compete for Regional and National level Judo Tournament in Irving, Texas and Dallas Invitational, and National Presidents Cup.
Click 2023 Dallas Open Judo Championship
Click 2023 Presidents Cup
Joplin's Rising Judo Stars Seek National Recognition and USA Judo Team Qualification by competing at all events for points towards the National Roster and rankings to help these young athletics qualify for the USA Judo Team. Local Judo Prodigy Ranks 4th Nationally, Aiming for Olympic Dream and will be competing at both events.
November 16, 2023
Joplin's local Judo athletes travel to Texas to compete for Regional and National level Judo Tournament in Irving, Texas and Dallas Invitational, and National Presidents Cup.
Click 2023 Dallas Open Judo Championship
Click 2023 Presidents Cup
Joplin's Rising Judo Stars Seek National Recognition and USA Judo Team Qualification by competing at all events for points towards the National Roster and rankings to help these young athletics qualify for the USA Judo Team. Local Judo Prodigy Ranks 4th Nationally, Aiming for Olympic Dream and will be competing at both events.
