Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
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Vanguard is a family- and veteran-owned Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy in Puyallup, Washington, teaching both gi and no-gi for children, teens, adults and women. The head instructor is a female black belt in the Foster lineage, and the team includes other black and brown belt coaches. Promotions follow IBJJF time requirements, with regular ceremonies, and competition is encouraged but never required. The academy offers a beginner-friendly fundamentals class, a competition class, open mat and mobility work on a large continuous mat area with loaner gis available. It is an IBJJF-registered school and a We Defy Foundation approved facility supporting combat veterans.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- USBJJF, IBJJF and We Defy Foundation approved training facility
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
- Military & first responders
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free trial · 3 days
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 3
- Visiting from another gym
- Mat fee US$25.00 · Sign a waiver
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu JitsuAdults
Jiu JitsuKidsages 3–7
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 3–7
Jiu JitsuNo-GiKidsages 7–14
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuNo-GiAdults
Jiu JitsuKidsages 3–7
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuKidsages 3–7
Jiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu Jitsuages 10+Women only
Jiu Jitsu
Saturday
CompetitionJiu JitsuKidsages 7–14
Jiu Jitsuages 10+
Sunday
Jiu JitsuNo-Giages 10+Women only
BeginnersJiu Jitsuages 10+Technique
Prices
Membership6-month contract
US$159.006 months paid upfront
US$849.00Yearly1 year paid upfront
US$1,599.00MonthlyAdultsWomen onlyMembershipOpen mats included
US$79.00Kidsages 7–14Membership6-month contract
US$159.00Kidsages 4–6Membership
US$139.00One-off10 classesNo contract
US$225.00Per class1 class
US$25.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipUnlimitedForces & emergency services
US$135.00MonthlyMembership
US$120.00MonthlyMembership
US$450.00Also accepts Wellhub.
From the gym's website, checked 4 November 2026.
Coaches
- Katie Egan
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Brian Baker
CoachJiu Jitsu · Brown Belt
- Justin Palanca
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Dez Abdullah
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu · Purple Belt
- Michaela Egan
CoachJiu Jitsu
Contact
- @vanguardbrazilianjiujitsu
Questions about Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Where is Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is at 16126 Meridian E, Puyallup, WA 98375, USA.
Which sports does Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teach?
Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is listed for Jiu Jitsu.
Can I try Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu before joining?
Yes. Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lets you train free for 3 days.
When are the beginner classes at Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu runs classes open to beginners on Monday 08:00, Monday 16:30 and Monday 17:00.
How much does Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu cost?
Prices at Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Adults Unlimited Monthly: US$159.00 a month, 6 Month Membership: US$849.00, 1 Year Membership: US$1,599.00 a year, Women's Jiu Jitsu: US$79.00 a month, Juniors Unlimited Monthly: US$159.00 a month, Littles Unlimited Monthly: US$139.00 a month, 10 Class Punch Card: US$225.00 one-off, Drop-In: US$25.00 a class, Active Military and First Responders: US$135.00 a month, Additional Family Members: US$120.00 a month and Family Plan: US$450.00 a month.
Does Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu accept Wellhub?
Yes. Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu accepts Wellhub.
Can I train at Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu when visiting from another gym?
Yes. Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu welcomes visitors from other gyms; the mat fee is US$25.00.
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