Derby, KS hosts a focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with one primary gym serving the area. Laselva MMA stands out prominently, boasting a perfect 5.0 rating from 65 reviews. While specific affiliations are not listed, this gym represents the core of BJJ training opportunities in the city.
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Derby, KS
Laselva MMA provides martial arts instruction at 124 S. Baltimore Ave in Derby, KS 67037. Originally established in Wichita, the facility moved to Derby in 2016 to serve practitioners throughout the local community. The school was established by founder Marcio Laselva, a 5th degree black belt under Master Roberto Tozi who introduced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Kansas in 2006. The coaching staff features jiu-jitsu instructors Joel Archuleta and Angela Russell, kids jiu-jitsu instructor Kael Laselva, kids karate instructor Jackie Tolley, and kickboxing instructor Jei Saudino. Class programs include Adult Jiu-Jitsu in both gi and no-gi formats, Beginner’s Jiu-Jitsu, Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Kickboxing, and Kids Karate. Prospective students of all skill levels can sign up to try a week of classes for free.
