Ascent is supported by generous volunteers and donors who are passionate about providing a space to bring the community together through fitness, health and personal development. Jiu Jitsu is a special and powerful tool in the development of character and personal growth.
We are here to see more people's lives changed through a supportive community and conquring challeneges.
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Ascent Jiu Jitsu Club is a IBJJF Certified Jiu Jitsu Academy.
PROFESSOR:
Jeremy Delano
"My teaching philosophy in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is rooted in building confidence, strength, and self-defense skills while improving fitness and discipline. I believe training should be fun, creating friendships and joy that extend beyond the mats. BJJ is more than a sport—it’s a way to transform lives and strengthen individuals from the inside out. By sharing this art, we not only empower people but also create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community."
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Founding Members
Mark Conklin: With over 35 years of experience in martial arts and self-defense, Mark hold's three certified black belts across distinct disciplines, including a 2nd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mark began training in BJJ in 2008 and currently competes as an IBJJF-certified black belt. Mark earned his 2nd degree black belt under Professor Christian Carvalho, in the lineage of Paulo Coelho Brandão and Royler Gracie.
Our Founding members are a mix of experience but all share a passion for community, and seeing one another improve in their skillset and character.
The Heart of Jiu-Jitsu, Rooted in Costa Rica
In Avellanas, where the rhythm of the ocean meets the heart of Costa Rica, we honor tradition while embracing the art of Jiu-Jitsu. Our home is built on respect—for the culture, the land, and every student who steps onto the mats. This is more than training—it’s belonging.
