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Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or have years of experience, all skill levels are welcome. Coach Randall Dibble is passionate about helping every student improve their technique, build confidence, and reach their goals in a supportive and encouraging environment. Classes are open to both men and women and are no-gi.

Military & First Responder Discount

We’re proud to offer veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, and families registering multiple members a 20% discount on their monthly programming fees. To receive the discount, create a free account, then please email info@glwrestling.com or text 269-932-5270 with member name prior to registering.

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Want to see what we’re all about? Fill out the form here and join us for a free trial class on any scheduled programming day!

Schedule

Tuesday: 6-7:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30-8:30 PM

Friday: 5-6 PM

Saturday: 10-11 AM Open Mat

At Great Lakes - Black Tie Jiu Jitsu, we welcome athletes of all experience levels.

Our instruction combines the Constraint-Led Approach (CLA) with direct technical instruction.

CLA involves various games where grapplers are given specific tasks and the freedom to solve them creatively. By providing specific objectives and limitations, students develop an intuitive understanding of positions and submissions.

CLA it is most effective when paired with direct instruction, using direct instruction to teach precise technical solutions to specific problems.

Having a coach with a deep technical understanding of Jiu Jitsu, enables athletes to develop their understanding and skills at a much faster pace. Please check out the YouTube video.

Hope to see you on the mats -

Randall Dibble

UFC fighter Chepe “Machine Gun” Mariscal, Jiu Jitsu member Olivia, and Claire Mariscal from The Ultimate Fighter 30. Training at the GLTC!

Jiu Jitsu Clinic

October 4, 2026

August 29, 2026

Congratulations to the top finishers in the Cash Prize Absolute Division

1st Place: Bradley Schneider

2nd Place: Randall Dibble

3rd Place: Evan Wylie

4th Place: Evan Falbo

Photos by Maverick Media

Black Tie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Our Jiu Jitsu lineage is through Black Tie Jiu Jitsu.

Black Tie was founded by 3rd degree black belt Corey Brown out of Cape Coral Florida in 2016.

Great Lakes is now one of twelve affiliate schools across five states.

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St. Joseph, MI

Cape Coral, FL

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Tallahassee, FL

Bonita Springs, FL

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Mount Pleasant, MI

Kalamazoo, MI

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Gaylord, MI

Colorado

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Georgia

Illinois

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Fort Myers, FL

Cape Coral, FL