Carter's Academy of Self-Defense

☀️Bullyproof Summer Camp – June 2026

⚠️ Spots are limited — only 3–4 remaining! Looking for something meaningful (and FUN) for your child this summer?

Join us at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington for our Bullyproof Summer Camp — where kids build confidence, learn real self-defense, and grow stronger inside and out. 💪

🥋No experience required
🥋Learn practical self-defense
🥋Build character & life skills
🥋Develop teamwork & leadership
🥋Skills that apply on and off the mats

This isn’t just a camp — it’s an experience that helps kids stand taller, think smarter, and act with confidence in everyday life.

📩 RSVP now: [email protected]

Give your child the tools to stay safe, strong, and confident this summer.

Had a great discussion with fellow Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instructor, Nick Arndt. We connected at Gracie Headquarters in January, 2026 and he invited me to join him on the Kumite Lifestyle Podcast to discuss my martial arts journey of over 40 years. Give it a listen.

🔥 From humble beginnings in the 80s to becoming a lifelong martial artist and black belt, John Carter’s journey is a powerful reminder that growth is built through consistency, humility, and purpose. In this episode of the Kumite Lifestyle Podcast, John shares how martial arts shaped his life—from starting with Aikido as a teenager to leaving the corporate world to pursue his passion full-time, and eventually building a thriving Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Certified Training Center rooted in self-defense, structure, and community . This conversation goes deeper than just techniques… it’s about mindset, teaching with intention, embracing the beginner’s mentality, and understanding that true mastery starts with strong fundamentals and never stops evolving. Whether you train, teach, or are simply chasing something bigger in your life, there’s something in this episode that will resonate with you. 🎥 His full episode is now LIVE on YouTube 👉 Watch it through the link in bio or check out the podcast highlight on our page #kumitelifestyle #jiujitsu #graciejiujitsu #martialarts #selfdefense

🤝 COMMUNITY DONATION DRIVE 🤝
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington is proud to partner with Mission Lexington to support families in need right here in our community.

At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington, we believe self-defense is about protecting and serving others — and this is another way we live that out.

🧴 We’re collecting hygiene products to help individuals and families who need it most:

• Toothpaste & toothbrushes
• Soap & body wash
• Shampoo & conditioner
• Deodorant
• Feminine hygiene products
• Razors & shaving cream
• Toilet paper

📍 Drop-off Location: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington
📅 Donation Drive Dates: 2/23-3/31

Every roll, every bottle, every donation makes a difference. Let’s show what our academy family can do when we come together.

💙 Thank you for helping us serve our neighbors with dignity and compassion.

🤝 COMMUNITY DONATION DRIVE 🤝 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington is proud to partner with Mission Lexington to support families in need right here in our community. At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington, we believe self-defense is about protecting and serving others — and this is another way we live that out. 🧴 We’re collecting hygiene products to help individuals and families who need it most: • Toothpaste & toothbrushes • Soap & body wash • Shampoo & conditioner • Deodorant • Feminine hygiene products • Razors & shaving cream • Toilet paper 📍 Drop-off Location: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington 📅 Donation Drive Dates: 2/23-3/31 Every roll, every bottle, every donation makes a difference. Let’s show what our academy family can do when we come together. 💙 Thank you for helping us serve our neighbors with dignity and compassion. #GracieJiuJitsuLexington #MissionLexington #CommunityStrong #JiuJitsuWithPurpose #ServeOthers #LexingtonSC #BJJFamily

☀️ 2026 Bullyproof Summer Camp 🛡️
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington!

Give your child a summer they’ll never forget—one that builds confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills.

At our Bullyproof Summer Camp, kids will learn how to:
✅ Stay safe and aware
✅ Stand up to bullying with confidence
✅ Build discipline and respect
✅ Improve focus, fitness, and coordination
✅ Have fun in a positive, structured environment

Led by Certified Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instructors, this camp is designed to help kids grow stronger—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.

📍 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington
📅 Summer 2026
👊 No experience necessary
🎯 Limited spots available

Give your child the tools to become truly Bullyproof—on and off the mat.

🥋 New to Jiu-Jitsu? Start Here. Our Gracie Combatives Program at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington is built specifically for beginners—no experience required. Learn proven self-defense techniques in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. We’ll teach you how to: • Defend yourself with confidence • Get in shape while learning real skills • Train at your own pace • Be part of a positive, welcoming community Whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, or personal growth, this is where your journey begins. 📍 Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington, 1216 West Main Street 👊 Beginners welcome. Always. #GracieJiuJitsu #GracieCombatives #BeginnerJiuJitsu #NoExperienceNeeded #graciejiujitsulexington #gracieuniversityhq