Is Martial Arts Good For Kids?

Are you looking for something new for your children to do? You've come to the right place! High Altitude Martial Arts offers Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing for children ages 4 and up. Start young to develop skills that will last a lifetime. They…

Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing in Denver

High Altitude Martial Arts called Aurora, CO home for more than 15 years. We just moved a few minutes away to Denver. Our new facility is nearly twice as big but our focus is still the same. World class martial arts for every man, woman, and…

Moving From Aurora to Denver!

Our new, bigger location is now located in Denver, Colorado. Located just minutes from our current Aurora academy. We are currently closed and moving to the new location. We will reopen on January 2, 2023. Thank you for your patience…

Does Jiu Jitsu Rank Matter?

Short answer...No. Why? Jiu Jitsu is a marathon not a sprint. Comparing your journey to someone else's is like comparing apples to oranges. A black belt can be beaten by a lower rank on any given day. Some days you may be the hammer, catching…

How long does each belt take in Jiu Jitsu?

One of the most common questions and curiosities for new BJJ students is how long it takes to get their next belt. Belts are a symbol of status and experience, so it makes sense to want to rise through the ranks of your gym quickly to gain…

Will Martial Arts Make My Child Become A Bully?

This is a common concern amongst parents. And it turns out, martial arts can in fact do the opposite. Children who train martial arts are less likely to be bullied and even less likely to become bullies. Here are five reasons why Kickboxing…

Can Jiu Jitsu Help With Wrestling?

Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu are different martial arts that can supplement each other. Adding some a Jiu Jitsu grappling can improve your wrestling skills. Some of the skills you have learned in Jiu Jitsu can translate quite well to Wrestling.  Jiu…

Cory Sandhagen Striking Seminar - Non Members Welcome!

When you think of Cory “The Sandman” Sandhagen, you think of flying knees, spinning elbows, a flurry of combinations, and beautiful footwork. Here is your opportunity to learn from one of the top UFC Bantamweights! You won’t want to miss…

6 Things To Do When Your Child Wants To Quit Martial Arts

Your child has been attending Jiu Jitsu or Kickboxing class and they seem to enjoy it. You watch them roll around and laugh with their friends. You see them punching and kicking and learning. Then they tell you they want to quit. Children are…

​​​​How Can Jiu Jitsu Help Military Veterans?

For many veterans, returning to civilian life can be a very difficult. It is very common for veterans to return with varying degrees of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, which can make this transition every more extraordinarily difficult. There…