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The most effective singular self-defense system, BJJ arms you with the tools to defeat a larger, stronger attacker with just knowledge and leverage.

Elevate Your Skills with World-Class BJJ Training

At Beacon Mixed Martial Arts, we offer comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs tailored for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner seeking self-defense skills or an experienced practitioner aiming to refine your technique, our classes provide a supportive and challenging environment to help you achieve your goals.

Why Choose Beacon MMA for BJJ?

  • Expert Instruction: Led by Head Coach Kirby Farrales, a 3rd Degree Black Belt under Master Roberto Godoi, our coaching team brings decades of experience and a passion for teaching.

  • Inclusive Community: Our diverse student body includes individuals from various backgrounds, fostering a welcoming atmosphere where everyone can thrive.

  • State-of-the-Art Facility: Train in our modern gym equipped with ample mat space, locker rooms, showers, and a physical therapy clinic to support your training and recovery needs.

  • G13 BJJ Affiliation: As the first American affiliate of G13 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we uphold the high standards set by Master Roberto Godoi, ensuring quality instruction rooted in tradition.

Programs for All Ages

  • Kids BJJ: Our children's classes focus on building confidence, discipline, and physical fitness in a fun and safe environment.

  • Adult BJJ: Whether you're training for competition or personal development, our adult classes cater to various goals and experience levels.Beacon Mixed Martial Arts

Benefits of Training in BJJ

  • Self-Defense: Learn effective techniques to protect yourself in real-life situations.

  • Physical Fitness: Improve strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health through dynamic training sessions.

  • Mental Toughness: Develop resilience, problem-solving skills, and strategic thinking on and off the mats.

Join Us Today

Ready to start your BJJ journey? We offer a FREE trial class for newcomers. Experience firsthand the quality of our instruction and the camaraderie of our community.

Location: 50051 Governors Drive, Suite E, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Contact: 984-999-5300 | info@chapelhillmma.com

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  • Coach Chela Tu—our Chapel Hill location's first Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and our first female Black Belt!

    Chela Tu

    COACH | BJJ
    BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU BLACK BELT

    Chela Tu is Beacon MMA’s first female black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Kirby Farrales. Once an avid competitor frequenting the podium, her Jiu-Jitsu is competition tested yet grounded in sound foundational Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

    With two young children at home, she splits her time between work, family, and Jiu-Jitsu, embodying the bulk of today’s modern grapplers and the better-than-average female population on our mats.

  • Rose Farrales

    COACH | BJJ
    BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU BROWN BELT

    Coach Rose began studying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2008 under Coach Kirby. A student athlete throughout her childhood, she grew up in Virginia, where she was a two-time All-American cheerleader and even cheered at the NFL Pro Bowl twice. Coach Rose took to Jiu-Jitsu rather quickly, finding a tremendous amount of success in competition on her way to earning her Blue Belt.

  • Kelsi Kazmierczak

    COACH | MUAY THAI, BJJ, CAP
    BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU PURPLE BELT
    DPT, CSCS

    Kelsi began her martial arts career at the age of 16 with Muay Thai. After winning the prestigious WKAs twice - once on American soil and the next on the world stage representing the USA in Spain, she added Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to her training regimen and began amassing an impressive competition record before entering the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at UNC-Chapel Hill.

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    Esteban Arias

    COACH | BJJ
    BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU PURPLE BELT

    Esteban began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu career later than most, earning his purple belt under Coach Kirby at the age of 46. He soon thereafter began helping with our kids classes, which both of his children participate in. Esteban is also a lifelong soccer player. Having played his entire life and coaching most of his adult life, Esteban is very good at creating a high-energy and positive environment for our younger athletes.

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    Kelli Dias

    COACH | BJJ
    BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU BLUE BELT

    Kelli and her oldest daughter were among the first families to become founding members at our Chapel Hill location back in 2021. Kelli began helping with our kids classes shortly after earning her blue belt under Coach Kirby. A mother of 3, she has a commanding presence on the mats while still being fun and positive.

  • Mo Starks

    COACH | MUAY THAI

    Mo was the first Muay Thai student at our Chapel Hill location. Mo has a deep understanding of not only the course material, but the way in which we present it. He is a shining example of what our program and training methodology is capable of producing.

    He recently started training in our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program as well and has already amassed a couple medals in the local competition scene.

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    Conor McClure

    COACH | CAP
    DPT, CSCS

    Conor McClure is a physical therapist with an extensive background in strength and conditioning, sports performance, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pediatric care. He earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2020 and has dedicated his professional career to pediatric therapy, specializing in gross motor development in children with diverse needs.

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