Pinnacle University BJJ
About
Pinnacle University BJJ in Des Moines, Iowa offers comprehensive training in mixed martial arts and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for all ages and skill levels. The gym is led by Professor Aaron Martinez, a BJJ Black Belt under Carlson Gracie lineage instructor Jason Keaton and an Army Combatives Master Trainer, alongside Coach Tanner Flesher, a BJJ Brown Belt under Professor Martinez. This experienced coaching team provides structured instruction that balances technical skill development with practical application, creating an environment suitable for both competitive athletes and recreational practitioners.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Professor Martinez as a great coach who connects well with both children and adults. Reviewers highlight the gym's welcoming atmosphere with awesome people and describe the training as top notch quality. Parents specifically appreciate the separate kids and adult classes, noting how much their children love both wrestling and Jiu Jitsu. The veteran owned business receives recognition for being very customer centric and convenient for Norwalk area residents.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (3)
jacob anderson
a year ago
My son does wrestling and Jiu Jitsu at Pinnacle. He loves both. Professor Martinez is a great coach and the kids love him. If you are in Norwalk and want to start grappling this would be convenient and fun
Cyclone 515
5 months ago
Awesome place with awesome people! It's great they have a kids class and an adult class. Veteran owned small business that is very customer centric.
Abbie
9 months ago
Top notch
paymentsMembership
$120/mo
scheduleHours
Monday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Thursday: 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Aaron Martinez
Owner, Founder, Professor
BJJ Black Belt under Professor Jason Keaton (Carlson Gracie lineage), Army Combatives Master Trainer (Level 4)
Founder and professor of Pinnacle University BJJ. A retired Army combat veteran, also certified as a Mixed Martial Artist and S.P.E.A.R. Instructor.
Tanner Flesher
Coach
BJJ Brown Belt under Professor Aaron Martinez
Brown belt with 7+ years studying under Professor Martinez. Competes in BJJ and serves as a Sergeant in the Iowa Army National Guard.