Our system at The Sanctuary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness allows you to develop your game on your feet and on the ground. Every fight begins on your feet and ends up on the ground. Because of this, we believe you should train that way in order to be prepared, whether it's on the street or in competition.
Our system at The Sanctuary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo allows you to develop your game on your feet and on the ground. Our Strength and Conditioning classes are just what you are looking for! The classes are a combination of gymnastics (body weight) movements, Olympic lifts, and metabolic conditioning.
Our system at The Sanctuary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo allows you to develop your game on your feet and on the ground. Our Strength and Conditioning classes are just what you are looking for! The classes are a combination of gymnastics (body weight) movements, Olympic lifts, and metabolic conditioning.
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Our purpose is to provide you with the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction in Colorado. Whether your goal is to learn self-defense, become a professional fighter, be a tournament Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / submission grappling champion, or just get in shape while having fun; we can help you meet your goals!
The Sanctuary is legit. For those of you who would like to improve your skill set this is the place to get it done! I feel my jujitsu has improved enormously! Professor Ben Lowry and Charlee Minkin have a wealth of knowledge and experience. This place is sick!
I had the chance to train bjj here for 3 months and in all my time as a martial artist I have never experienced anything greater than the training, efficency and fun I was able te get at The Sanctuary.Big thank you. I hope to see you all again.;
I had the chance to train bjj here for 3 months and in all my time as a martial artist I have never experienced anything greater than the training, efficency and fun I was able te get at The Sanctuary.Big thank you. I hope to see you all again.;
The kids martial arts program consists of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. We combine these two martial arts for the best results. 2004 Olympian, Charlee Minkin, teaches judo while Rigan Machado Black Belt, Ben Lowry teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Your kids will learn basic self-defense techniques as well as break falls, takedowns (throws), and submissions.
Our Strength and Conditioning classes are just what your are looking for! These classes are a combination of body weight movements, The Olympic lifts, and high intensity conditioning. The classes provide full body, multi joint movements that are done at high intensity and are always changing. This helps eliminate the possibility of getting bored during your workout.
We offer first-class strength & conditioning, fitness classes and personal training from world-class trainers. Whatever your fitness goal is, we will help you reach it and achieve it. Whether you have been a life long athlete or you are just discovering fitness for the first time as an adult, Lucas welcomes you with open arms and can't wait to help you to improve yourself each day.
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Heidi Otten
Jun 02, 2021
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I've been training with Lucas and Charlie for 3 years now. Not only am I much stronger and fit than I have ever been in my life, but I am doing things I never thought I could. They really pay attention to individual needs and the community of the entire gym is so supportive, regardless of where you are on your fitness journey.
Micah Armijo
Mar 02, 2021
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Eddie Mcrorie
Sep 30, 2020
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TLDR: This is the best gym if you want accountability and results.
After many years of working in an office and not being active, I decided that it was time to make a change and join a gym. I did the thing most people do and toured Vasa, Chuze, and 24 Hour Fitness. The facilities and amenities were great. However, once I got close to choosing a gym, I realized that without any accountability or guidance I wouldn't stick with this new fitness regimen, no matter how much I tried to convince myself or which app I downloaded. Fortunately, my wife was an existing member of The Sanctuary and convinced
After many years of working in an office and not being active, I decided that it was time to make a change and join a gym. I did the thing most people do and toured Vasa, Chuze, and 24 Hour Fitness. The facilities and amenities were great. However, once I got close to choosing a gym, I realized that without any accountability or guidance I wouldn't stick with this new fitness regimen, no matter how much I tried to convince myself or which app I downloaded. Fortunately, my wife was an existing member of The Sanctuary and convinced
Mark
Sep 12, 2020
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A great place to train if you want to get in shape, learn self defense, or compete. It’s a start from the feet BJJ school with great take down instruction. Thanks to Charlee being an instructor there are a lot of women who train here so new female students will always have other ladies to practice and roll with. My foundation was in MMA when I relocated here from the Springs I wanted a gym with a good atmosphere and tough training partners. I tried out three other schools all of them were great, but this one felt like home. My wife eventually joined the BJJ side after training on the fitness
Thu Le
Jun 18, 2020
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I have been training at the Sanctuary BJJ and Fitness the past year and can honestly say this is prob the best martial arts gym westside of Denver.
Ben Lowery runs the BJJ part and his wife, Charlee Minkin, teaches Olympic level Judo. A husband and wife combo makes this gym especially unique.
They give some of the most thorough instruction alongside a relaxed adult atmosphere. We all support each other, crack jokes, but not at the expense of the training.
There's even a crossfit gym that they run connected to the building, so there's every tool available to the competitor, the martial arts enthusiasts
Ben Lowery runs the BJJ part and his wife, Charlee Minkin, teaches Olympic level Judo. A husband and wife combo makes this gym especially unique.
They give some of the most thorough instruction alongside a relaxed adult atmosphere. We all support each other, crack jokes, but not at the expense of the training.
There's even a crossfit gym that they run connected to the building, so there's every tool available to the competitor, the martial arts enthusiasts
Tricia Heston
May 19, 2020
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The Sanctuary is a great place for the entire family. Ben, Charlee and Lucas make you feel like family. My kids have been doing jiu jitsu for about 2 years and they love it. My husband and I decided to join the cross-fit side of the gym about a year ago. It works great for our family because the kids jiu jitsu practice is at the same time as the cross-fit practice. Lucas and Charlee are awesome, they helped me lose 30lbs in just a year. I could not have done it without them.
Randall W. Elbrecht
Dec 02, 2019
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I've been Training at the Sanctuary for a few years now and recommend BJJ to as many people as are willing to listen. They offer great classes for kids (young kids to teenagers), beginner and advanced adult classes, as well as Weight training and crossfit. Everyone at the dojo is friendly, encouraging and looking to help others improve however they can. If you are looking for a place to feel at home while improving your physical and mental well being...The Sanctuary Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Fitness is place!
Michael Thompson Derita
Sep 18, 2019
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L. J. H.
Aug 06, 2019
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I chanced upon this gym five years ago, and it's changed my life for the better. Ben Lowry and Charlee Minkin, the owners, are superb instructors with a high level of knowledge and skill in both Brazilian jiujitsu and judo. Additionally, the folks that train here are not only great practitioners, but excellent training partners. Being female, I'm very sensitive to having folks I can trust when I'm in compromised fighting/defensive positions, and I have never had a problem with anybody at this gym. There is a kid's class, beginner and advanced adult classes, and cross-fit sessions offered. If you
Travis McConnaghy
May 16, 2019
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Avy McFarland
May 01, 2019
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Santino Sandoval
Aug 26, 2018
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Patrick Kuretich
Jun 16, 2018
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Thomas Verdugo
Nov 15, 2017
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For the last month I have been calling around to check out new gyms in the city of Lakewood. Some were very sales pitchy and others weren't approachable. Not The Sanctuary though. The head instructor, Ben, answered the phone and was awesome taking the time to explain pricing, schedules and most importantly treating me like a respected equal. In this sport must gyms have the motto leave the ego at the door but most don't. The sheer nature of being able to assert your will on most other humans can sometimes create a huge ego. I didn't detect this from Ben at all.
Choosing a new gym and your instructors
Choosing a new gym and your instructors
Josh Martell
Nov 04, 2017
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Ignacia Genco
Sep 26, 2016
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Charlee is an excellent coach! She is knowledgeable about fitness and technique and helps me modify movements when I work out if I have an injury. I highly recommend this place for Cross Training and BJJ! Charlee and Ben are both skilled in what they teach and they push you to be the best you know you can be! My husband trains BJJ and I train Cross Fit! What an excellent academy! If you want it, this is the place!
Mark Genco
Sep 26, 2015
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Azam Khan
Sep 11, 2015
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