What to Expect at Your Child’s First Citadel BJJ Class
By: Logan C. (BJJ Brown Belt & coach) Posted: 4/28/25If you’re considering signing your child up for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), you’re making a great choice! At Citadel BJJ, the highest-rated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym in the state of Iowa, we pride ourselves on offering an encouraging, structured, and fun environment for young students to grow physically, […]
2025 IBJJF Chicago Spring Open Recap | Citadel BJJ Iowa City
By: Logan C. (BJJ Brown Belt & coach) Posted: 4/14/25This year’s IBJJF Chicago Spring Open was one for the books — Citadel BJJ brought our biggest group of competitors to date, with 16 team members stepping onto the mats to represent our academy in both Gi and No-Gi divisions. Since opening our doors in 2019, […]
Wrestling vs BJJ, what’s the difference & where to train in Iowa city?
By: Logan C. (BJJ Brown Belt & coach) Posted: 3/31/25Wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) are two different grappling arts, each with different techniques, philosophies, and cultural significance. For residents of Iowa City, a hub for wrestling excellence in the USA and a growing spot for BJJ.Understanding WrestlingWrestling is a combat sport focusing on takedowns, pins, […]