Flushing's closest world-class submission grappling academy
Flushing is one of western Genesee County's proudest communities. Nestled along the Flint River with a charming downtown, excellent schools, and the unmistakable Raider sports spirit, it is the kind of place where neighbors know each other and families put down roots. If you live in Flushing and have been looking for jiu jitsu classes near Flushing, MI, Longhouse Submission Grappling in Grand Blanc is only about 15 minutes away and delivers instruction that is hard to match anywhere in the region.
Longhouse Submission Grappling is a veteran-owned academy built around Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and no-gi submission grappling. Three black belt instructors with more than 50 years of combined experience lead every class, and the facility itself features over 2,000 square feet of competition-grade mats, a recovery sauna, showers, and an on-site pro shop. For Flushing families who value quality coaching and a respectful training culture, Longhouse is the clear choice.
Western Genesee County has a handful of general martial arts studios, but dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academies are scarce. Longhouse stands out because grappling is not a side program tacked onto a karate or kickboxing schedule. It is the sole focus of the academy, which means every dollar invested in equipment, every hour of instructor development, and every inch of mat space is designed to make you a better grappler.
Flushing has always been a family-first community, and that same ethos drives the culture at Longhouse. Many of our Flushing members first signed up because they wanted their children to develop self-discipline, physical confidence, and real anti-bullying tools. What they discovered was an academy where the entire family can train together.
The Little Vikings program introduces four- and five-year-olds to movement, coordination, and mat etiquette through structured games and age-appropriate drills. The Kids BJJ program for ages six through thirteen builds technique progressions, introduces live sparring, and offers optional tournament participation. Teens train in a dedicated class that bridges the gap between the kids curriculum and adult-level intensity.
For adults, the no-gi submission grappling curriculum covers takedowns, guard work, positional control, escapes, and submission chains. Classes are structured so that brand-new students drill alongside experienced grapplers in a safe, ego-free environment. Whether you want to lose weight, relieve stress, learn practical self-defense, or earn medals at NAGA and IBJJF tournaments, the coaching staff will build a path that matches your goals. New to the art? Learn what jiu jitsu is before your first class.
Several class times each week are set up so that kids and adult sessions run simultaneously. That means Flushing parents do not have to sit in a waiting room. Instead, you are training right alongside your children, each in your own age-appropriate class but under the same roof during the same time block.
Flushing has a deep sports tradition. The Raider name carries weight in football, wrestling, and track throughout Genesee County. Jiu jitsu fits naturally into that athletic culture. Many of our younger members are Flushing student-athletes who use grappling to sharpen their wrestling, improve body control, and develop the mental toughness that transfers directly to any sport. Adults who played Raider sports years ago often find that jiu jitsu reignites the competitive drive they missed, while delivering a total-body workout that is far more engaging than a treadmill.
Longhouse also hosts in-house tournaments and regular open mat sessions where students can test their skills in a supportive, low-pressure setting. Visiting black belt seminars add depth to the training calendar, exposing members to different styles and techniques from around the country.
Downtown Flushing — Residents near Main St and the Flint River enjoy a quick 15-minute drive east on Flushing Rd to I-75 south.
Flushing Township — Families throughout the wider Flushing Township area train at Longhouse, especially those near the Elms Rd corridor.
The Bluffs — Residents of The Bluffs subdivision and surrounding areas make the short commute for world-class jiu jitsu instruction.
Total drive time from the center of Flushing: approximately 15 minutes. If you prefer to skip the highway, you can take Elms Road or Flushing Road south through Flint Township and arrive in a similar timeframe. Both routes are fast and easy.
Longhouse Submission Grappling is approximately 15 minutes from downtown Flushing. The quickest route is to take Flushing Road east to I-75 South, then exit at Holly Road and head east to S Saginaw Street. You can also take surface streets through Flint Township for a similarly quick drive.
Absolutely. Numerous families from Flushing and Flushing Township are active members at Longhouse. The academy offers concurrent kids and adult class times so parents and children can train during the same visit. Programs include Little Vikings (ages 4-5), Kids BJJ (ages 6-13), Teens, and a full Adult schedule.
The fastest route is Flushing Road east to I-75 South. Take the Holly Road exit and head east to S Saginaw Street. Longhouse is at 12793 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI 48439. The drive takes about 15 minutes depending on traffic.
"We tried a couple martial arts programs closer to Flushing but the quality just wasn't there. The extra few minutes to get to Longhouse is absolutely worth it for the caliber of instruction my daughter receives."
Flushing residents are already part of the Longhouse family. Whether you are a Raider athlete looking for a competitive edge, a parent who wants your child to build real confidence, or an adult who needs a challenging and rewarding workout, your first class is completely free. No contracts, no pressure. Contact us, walk in, train, and see for yourself why Flushing families keep coming back.
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