Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu of Puyallup

Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a Martial Arts School in Puyallup, WA. The family‑ and veteran‑owned gym provides Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu instruction for adults and children starting at age three, with programs that emphasize self‑defense, competition preparation, and fundamentals in both gi and no‑gi formats. With a 5.00 rating, the school serves the Puyallup community and surrounding areas, offering mobility and movement classes alongside its core Jiu‑Jitsu curriculum.

The school draws on more than 35 years of combined martial‑arts and competition experience. Its mission is to deliver quality training that builds confidence, self‑defense skills, and personal growth. The facility spans over 1,400 square feet of continuous mat space, one of the larger areas available locally. Vanguard is a We Defy Foundation Training Facility, providing scholarship opportunities to combat veterans. Head instructor Katie Egan, a first‑degree black belt and internationally ranked competitor, leads the team; her accolades include Pan Gi and No‑Gi championships, multiple national medals, and top IBJJF rankings in recent seasons. Classes run seven days a week with morning, afternoon, and evening options, and new students can begin with a three‑day free trial.

Located at 16126 Meridian E, the gym sits just off Meridian Avenue East and 160th Street East, each about a tenth of a mile away. It is a short walk of roughly 0.2 miles from the Pierce County Sheriff’s office, 0.3 miles from Meridian East, 0.4 miles from the Carbon Health clinic, and 0.5 miles from the Veterans United government office.

With a strong family and veteran heritage, extensive instructor expertise, and a top rating, Vanguard Brazilian Jiu Jitsu stands out as a dedicated martial‑arts resource for Puyallup residents seeking high‑quality Jiu‑Jitsu training.