ジムデスクオリジナル

What started as a small, repurposed office space has grown into one of Rochester’s most purpose-driven and fast-growing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies. In this episode of Gymdesk Originals, we visit Shogun West, co-founded by brother-in-laws Philip, Cody, and Donny, as they break down the mindset, culture, and teamwork that turned their small start into a thriving jiu-jitsu community.

In this episode of Gymdesk Originals, founders Steve Camara and Jeff Wellwood share how they built Academia BJJ around respect, connection, and community, creating a space where everyone feels at home the moment they walk through the door.

What happens when passion, family, and modern marketing collide? You get Argyle Jiu Jitsu, a family-run academy turning heads both on the mats and online. In this episode of Gymdesk Originals, we visit Argyle Jiu Jitsu in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, led by Head Instructor Paul Gilman and his sons Aiden and Tobias, two rising martial artists who’ve built an explosive social media following sharing their journey in BJJ, wrestling, and MMA.

In this episode of Gymdesk Originals, we visit Takeover Jiu-Jitsu in Buffalo, New York, where community, culture, and compassion collide to create something truly special.

What started as casual outdoor training during the pandemic turned into one of NYC’s most authentic and community-driven Muay Thai gyms. In this episode of Gymdesk Originals, we go behind the scenes with Justin, James, and Dillan, the founders of Two Bridges Muay Thai in New York City.