Why Choose Columbia Combat Club
About Us
Columbia Combat Club provides professional instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kodokan Judo, and Self-Defense Jiu-Jitsu for all age groups and skill levels. All disciplines are tied together by an innovative physical education curriculum, Master Toddy Muay Thai, and a value framework built around courage and ethics. We also offer female-only classes in each discipline. Start your journey with us today.
Pedagogy
Columbia Combat Club merges principles from Bloom's Taxonomy, K. Anders Ericsson's Deliberate Practice theory, and other proven methodologies that facilitate individual and group learning for short, medium, and long-term retention. Moreover, we ensure our members have fun, feel safe, and internalize the timeless principles of mutual benefit and service to the community.
Instructors
- Dr. Jesse H. Ingram is a retired university professor of psychology, statistics, criminal justice, and law enforcement. He is a sixth-degree black belt (Rokudan) in Judo, a third-degree black belt in BJJ under Ricardo Liborio, a Master Toddy Muay Thai kru, a black belt in Karate (Kat Sho Do) under Leroy Taylor, and a black belt in Taekwondo.
- Kamella Issad is a former strategy advisor to a large Abu Dhabi-based sports academy. Kamella is a black belt in Judo, a black belt in BJJ under Ricardo Liborio, and a former Jiu-Jitsu world champion (Abu Dhabi World Pro).
- Changa Ingram is an investment, risk, and legal professional with 20 years of experience working in Abu Dhabi with the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. Changa is a sixth-degree black belt in Judo (Rokudan), a second-degree black belt in BJJ under Ricardo Liborio, and a black belt in Karate (Kat Sho Do) under Leroy Taylor.
- Damani K. Ingram, Esq. is the owner and Chief Counsel of the Ingram Firm. He is a third-degree black belt in Judo and a black belt in BJJ under Ricardo Liborio.
- Ahmed Ingram is an Economics student at UMBC, an avid skateboarder, and was a competitive high school wrestler in Abu Dhabi. A black belt in Judo (Shodan) and a blue belt in BJJ, Ahmed leads the boys Judo and BJJ programs.
Programs
- Brazilan Jiu Jitsu: Competitive, rules-based grappling developed in Brazil in which opponents either win by points or submission. Our lineage is Carlson Gracie through Master Ricardo Liborio. We are a certified IBJJF school.
- Kodokan and IJF Judo: Created in 1882 by Jigoro Kano, judo is an Olympic Sport and comprehensive martial art focusing on throws, grappling, and human development. We are a certified USA Judo school.
- Self-Defense Jiu Jitsu: The combination of self-awareness, self-control, grappling, striking, and proactive avoidance was taught and codified by Carlos and Helio Gracie in Brazil. We are certified in the Valente Brothers Fighting Foundations curriculum.
Safe and Supportive Environment
At Columbia Combat Club, safety is our top priority. We maintain a clean and well-maintained facility and enforce strict safety rules during training. We also foster a supportive and friendly environment where all students feel welcome. Instructors are certified by the US Center for Safe Sport.