About the School
The MATS is clean, relaxed, low-ego, and serious about learning. We teach through problem-solving, live resistance, and thoughtful coaching—not rote memorization. If you’re 45 and brand new, you’ll fit right in. Want to see the vibe first? Watch a class live on YouTube.
Open Mat
Come Roll
Sun
3:00p-4:30p
Open mat is free: no drop-in charge for visitors. Visitors from other schools are welcome.
Midlife Rollers Friendly
Self-reported by this school
- Offers a Masters, Over-40, or similarly labeled class
- Coaches actively manage roll intensity for Midlife Rollers and returning students
- Has an active population of students aged 40+
- Culture is low ego, high camaraderie
The badge is self-assessed by The MATS Jiu-Jitsu Academy, not verified by us. If your experience says otherwise, tell us.
Who Runs the Room
Head Instructor
James Cardo
Black Belt, Second Degree
Lineage / affiliation: Dan Covel Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
