About Us

Welcome to Grand Forks BJJ, home to the most experienced and accomplished BJJ instructors in the region. Our academy proudly continues the world-class program and training methods that have established our Fargo BJJ Academy team as the leader in area martial arts training since 2008.

At Grand Forks BJJ, we are dedicated to fostering a strong and vibrant community. We aspire to build a large and supportive BJJ family in Grand Forks, where students of all levels can come together to learn, grow, and excel in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Join us on this exciting journey as we expand our presence in Grand Forks. Together, we will continue to uphold our core values of Community, Excellence & Grit that define the essence of our BJJ Team.

Grand Forks BJJ Mission

The MISSION of Grand Forks BJJ is to empower men, women and children of all ages to reach their Full Potential by:

• Providing the highest level and most effective martial arts training possible at all levels.
• Promote and encourage a culture that emphasizes health and fitness, physical training, self-development, and positive lifestyle.
• Develop and grow a community in which like-minded people can interact, learn and support each other in a positive and safe environment.

We are the most experienced and qualified instructors in the region, and we are dedicated to helping you reach you goals!

Register for a Free orientation class and experience the power of Jiu-jitsu for yourself!

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is a Grappling based martial art, Self Defense system and Sport. Though it focuses mainly on ground fighting, it is a complete and comprehensive Self Defense system that includes stand up techniques such as defense against Punches and kicks, as well as throws and various defensive strategies against all types of attacks.

Self-Defense – Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is the most effective and in demand Self-Defense system in the world today. It is the foundation of most of the world’s military and Law Enforcement agencies combative systems, and it has also become the go-to style of self-defense for men, women and children of all ages around the world.

Sport Competition – Able to be practiced with or without the GI (the traditional uniform), BJJ provides a competitive outlet for tens of thousands of people around the world. Whether new to competitive sports or a former High school, College or club athlete looking to get back into the competitive lifestyle… Sport Jiu-jitsu’s popular and accommodating local, national and international competition events may be just the thing to get you back into a sport and fitness lifestyle!

Healthy Lifestyle – For many practitioners, the attraction to Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is the ‘Jiu-jitsu lifestyle’. A way of living life that supports a positive fitness-oriented lifestyle, and healthy choices in all areas of your life while you pursue your fullest potential.

The social nature of BJJ has the added benefit of a large community of like-minded, healthy individuals providing friendship, motivation, support and accountability to keep you on track.

Try a FREE CLASS in our Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Program and see how it can help you become your Best Self!

Kids BJJ / BullyProof

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is the number one method of self-defense for children due to its strategy of positional control and dominance rather than relying on punching and kicking, which is ineffective and often leads to the child getting in trouble.

Our Grand Forks Kids BJJ programs are designed to introduce your child to the strategies, concepts and techniques of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu in a safe and fun manner through the use of age-appropriate training methods, games and classes.

Kickboxing

Our Grand Forks kickboxing program combines real striking techniques with high-energy workouts to help you get in shape, build confidence, and relieve stress. Designed for all experience levels, it’s the perfect way to improve fitness while learning practical skills. Find more info about our Kickboxing in Grand Forks Program Here.

Lineage

George & Sarah Andersch are accomplished Blackbelts under American BJJ pioneer Amal Easton. The world-renowned Easton BJJ team (under Renzo Gracie) is one of the largest and most successful BJJ and MMA (mixed Martial Arts) teams in the world.

At the Grand Forks BJJ Academy, we believe that joining our community is more than just becoming a member of a gym—it’s embracing a legacy and becoming a part of something much greater than oneself.

When you step through our doors, you become a part of our rich history, deeply rooted in the tradition and artistry of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We take pride in nurturing a welcoming and supportive environment where each individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

We hope to see you on the mat with us!

Meet your Instructor

Professor Preston Fish is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Professor George Andersch (Fargo BJJ/Amal Easton BJJ) and a lifelong martial artist with a deep and well-rounded background in combat sports and training.

As the head instructor of the Grand Forks academy, Professor Fish leads both the Adult and Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs, as well as the academy’s Kickboxing classes, bringing a high level of structure, energy, and professionalism to every session.

After relocating his family to Grand Forks to take on this role full-time, Professor Fish has become a cornerstone of the academy—fully committed to building not just skilled martial artists, but a strong, supportive community centered on growth, discipline, and long-term success.