Ann Childers

After watching my children and husband thrive in the first few months of starting BJJ I found myself on the mat. After a significant injury, I watched from the sidelines and it solidified the need to come back. Watching classes fed the mental game of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and all my post-surgery recovery was centered to get me back on the mat. It gave me clear goals and the Ground-Up family provided endless support. Jiu-Jitsu has challenged, humbled, and empowered me. Every training session brings about new goals and experiences that make each class and every roll unique. This proved to be more than a shared family sport. It became our family and a special part of our lives. My training partners are second to none and the camaraderie, respect, and drive to push one another is what keeps us coming back and fosters the growth of our academy.