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United Jiu Jitsu · East Moline, IL

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Beginners welcome.

Learn practical skills and build confidence. Adults 18+, all experience levels. Your first class is free.

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New here? What to expect at your first class

Our philosophy

Fundamentals first.

Technique over strength.

Everyone starts at zero.

Who We Are

More Than a Gym —
A Community.

United Jiu Jitsu is the Quad Cities' home for serious Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — based in East Moline, IL, with students coming in from Moline, Rock Island, Silvis, Bettendorf, and Davenport. Whether you're stepping on the mats for the first time or preparing for your next competition, our doors are open.

We teach BJJ the right way — fundamentals first, technique over strength, and a safe, respectful training environment for everyone. Our curriculum covers traditional Gi, No-Gi, self-defense, and competition training for IBJJF, NAGA, and local tournaments.

Located at 918½ 15th Ave, East Moline, IL 61244. We welcome adults from across the Quad Cities. Check directions before leaving and arrive 15 minutes early for your first class.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

A martial art focused on ground fighting and submissions — effective for all body types, regardless of size or strength.

Self-Defense

Real-world self-defense techniques woven throughout our curriculum, not bolted on as an afterthought.

All Fitness Levels

No experience needed and no fitness bar to clear — everyone starts from zero, and the training gets you in shape.

The Team

Our Instructor

Learn from a Gracie Barra black belt who's been on the mats for over a decade — and who cares as much about your first day as your hundredth.

Michael Hueser

Michael Hueser

Black Belt — Head Instructor

Lineage: Gracie Barra black belt under Carlos Lemos Jr. (Carlos Gracie Jr. lineage) and Spencer Fisher

Mike Hueser began his martial arts journey in 1998 at the world-renowned Miletich Fighting Systems (MFS), training under MMA pioneer Pat Miletich. During his years at MFS, he developed a strong foundation in grappling, striking, and the discipline that has shaped his approach to teaching today.

As his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey evolved, Mike trained extensively with UFC veteran and Gracie Barra black belt Spencer Fisher before continuing under 5th-degree black belt Professor Carlos Lemos Jr. Through years of dedicated training and instruction, he earned his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Professor Carlos Lemos Jr.

Mike has competed in both mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments, gaining valuable experience that he brings into every class. His focus, however, is not on creating champions alone—it's on helping everyday people build confidence, learn practical self-defense, improve their fitness, and become part of a welcoming community.

Whether someone is stepping onto the mats for the very first time or has years of experience, Mike is committed to creating a positive, respectful training environment where every student can continue to grow both on and off the mats.

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Memberships

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose a single class, a monthly membership, or three months paid upfront. Your first class is free.

Visit

Drop-In

$15/ class
  • One class, any class on the schedule
  • Loaner gi available
  • Perfect for visitors and out-of-town students
  • Roll over to a membership any time
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Month to Month

Member

Unlimited

$99/ month
  • Unlimited adult classes
  • Gi & No-Gi included
  • Competition team access
  • Member discounts on gear
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Commit

3-Month Plan

$240upfront / 3 months
  • Everything in Unlimited
  • Equivalent to $80 per month, paid upfront
  • Save $57 over three months vs. month-to-month
  • Three-month prepaid plan. No cancellations.
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* First class is always free. No credit card required. Contact us for student & military discounts.

Class Schedule

Small Classes. Real Attention.

Three focused nights a week — every class taught by Coach Mike himself. You get coached, not lost in a crowd.

Tuesday

5:30 PM–7:00 PM Central

Adult Gi

All Levels

Wednesday

5:30 PM–7:00 PM Central

Adult No-Gi

All Levels

Thursday

5:30 PM–7:00 PM Central

Adult No-Gi

All Levels

All three classes welcome beginners aged 18+. Each class lasts 90 minutes. Arrive at 5:15 PM; loaner gis are available for Tuesday. No open mats are currently scheduled.

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Mat Life

From the Room

Two partners practicing no-gi grappling on the black mats
Students in blue and white gis gathered in the training room
Partners practicing standing grips and ground techniques in gis
Gi training partners working across the mat space
Several pairs practicing no-gi ground techniques
No-gi partners training near the padded wall and windows
Two partners grappling while classmates pause between rounds
A seated partner and a standing partner practicing no-gi positioning
Partners practicing ground positioning beside the wooden floor
Front entrance door with the Nyquist Roundhouse Martial Arts sign
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Your first class is free.

Adults 18+. Beginners welcome. Choose a preferred date and Coach Mike will follow up to confirm.

Tuesday–Thursday, 5:30–7 PM Central. Loaner gear is available. Your first visit has no obligation to join.

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918½ 15th Ave, East Moline, IL 61244
Street parking is available. Use the door marked Nyquist Roundhouse Martial Arts on the front of the building.

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