About Us:
Lokahi Jiu Jitsu teaches students Jiu Jitsu for more than fighting skills. Alongside the physical and mental benefits of Jiu Jitsu, we strive for each student to become a better person than they were previously. Each day provides you with the opportunity to become 1% better and to learn from your mistakes. Our instructors accompany students on the journey, holding nothing back so students can surpass them. Our smaller classes allow instructors more one-on-one time with students, better guiding them with their individual goals and needs. Don’t forget, our academy unifies together even more with our group events, including holidays, quarterly promotions, and even a CHILI COOK OFF! Lokahi offers the best all-encompassing martial arts experience!
Our History:
Lokahi’s name and origin begins with founder Rudy Galima’s journey. Rudy has trained martial arts for nearly two decades, with a background in Judo and serving in the Marines. Rudy dreamed of opening a Jiu Jitsu academy once he finished his active duty service. He opened Lokahi’s doors in 2022 with the goal of providing a safe and friendly Jiu Jitsu environment to the community. That helped him come up with the name “Lokahi” meaning Unity, Harmony, and Balance in Hawaiian. Rudy dedicates Lokahi to spread Jiu Jitsu and its benefits to as many people as possible. His favorite thing is to see people transform from novices to technical experts.
