What Students Say
“Rare black belt instruction in Jiu-Jitsu at McMahon BJJ”
I love my time at your school. This place is filled with great training
partners and phenomenal instruction – especially with your black belt
Jiu-Jitsu instructors, a rare find in Ft. Collins! I'm extremely glad
that I decided to train at your school and I look forward to many more
years of training at McMahon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Thank you for the
great jiu-jitsu environment you've created and the instruction you
provide.
– Jarred Bultema
“The dedication and commitment at McMahon BJJ really shows.”
Finnie and Tessa, I wanted to let you know how much your dedication to
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the greater community of Ft. Collins means to
me. I started this thing wanting a fun means of exercise and what I have
been receiving is much more than I expected. I am a firm believer in
investing in oneself... Your school is one of the best investments I
have ever made in myself.
– Phil Howard
“McMahon spoils you with the best BJJ instructors”
Finnie and Tessa McMahon have really put their hearts and souls into the
McMahon BJJ Academy, and it shows. It is such a great, fun environment
to train in, and we’re spoiled with such great instructors – TWO
full-time BJJ blackbelts for starters. It really means a lot to be a
part of this school and I can't wait to get back in there to train!
– Bruce Hansen
“McMahon’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has helped our son in every area of
his life.”
Our son has had the privilege of taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Finnie
McMahon for the past three years. Jiu-Jitsu has helped our son in every
area of his life from schoolwork, discipline, and respect, to
self-esteem and coordination. Finnie has an amazing rapport with
children. He is able to combine his expertise in Jiu-Jitsu with
patience, kindness and encouragement. He creates the perfect atmosphere
for kids to learn and love Jiu-Jitsu. We highly recommend McMahon BJJ!
- Jeremy & Barbi Appel
“McMahon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: One of the best life decisions I’ve
ever made”
“Learning the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from your academy is one of the
greatest decisions I’ve ever made.”
– Junaid Subzwari
“The mix of BJJ training and overall skills is like no other in Ft.
Collins”
I am enjoying my Jiu-Jitsu training immensely! I have been very pleased
and impressed by the high quality of black belt Jiu-Jitsu instruction
and the great learning atmosphere you have established at your school.
The mix of self-defense, conditioning, BJJ groundwork and overall life
skills is well balanced. I like the structure of the classes and dynamic
workout I get from the training. Thanks for all your hard work – McMahon
BJJ is a one-of-a-kind experience!
– Tony
“McMahon's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes provide the physical and
mental challenge I was looking for.”
I have always been looking for a martial art that gave me the intangible
traits most people strive to achieve: self-confidence, courage, respect
and self-discipline. As a Marine, I have always found physical
challenges tied with exceptional teaching produced the best results.
Coach McMahon's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes provided the physical and
mental challenges I was looking for. His teaching provided guidance,
encouragement and constant enthusiasm to each and every class. He not
only teaches each class with exuberance, he participates with the same
dedication and respect he’s cultivating with his students.
- Kye Colby
“Thanks to McMahon BJJ, my son has grown in self confidence,
coordination and patience.”
"My son has grown in self-confidence, athletic conditioning, ability and
coordination, patience and has made some new friends. Finnie McMahon
keeps the kids energized, focused, excited and enthusiastic about
exercise, learning and the martial arts."
- Thomas Carson
“McMahon’s BJJ Academy is perfect, balanced training for anyone in
law enforcement”
By studying under BJJ instructors Amal Easton and Finnie McMahon, I have
gained tremendous knowledge, confidence and stamina. If you are in law
enforcement or that is your career goal, I recommend signing up and make
it an obligation to stick with it and train hard, you will see the
results."
- Chris Reiss
“Jiu-Jitsu is jus one of the valuable lessons McMahon BJJ teaches our
children”
“We wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude for the fantastic job you
do at McMahon BJJ. Our children have gained a passion for Jiu-Jitsu, and
they've learned valuable life lessons that will serve them long after
they leave this academy and as they travel their journey through life.
They've learned how to take care of themselves while taking care of
others, whom to go to for help, and how to exit certain situations that
are harmful to them. We truly appreciate all you have done and will miss
you as you move on to pursue your dream of your own academy."
- The Parents at Easton BJJ (McMahon former academy)
“McMahon offers outstanding black belt BJJ training and a tremendous
community of support.”
My BJJ training time at McMahon BJJ has honestly been some of my fondest
memories in Ft. Collins. Finnie and Tessa McMahon are outstanding black
belt teachers, have built a tremendous school based on respect and hard
work, and are simply two of the nicest people to introduce your entire
circle of friends and family to.
– Ryan Keegan
“Our kids love McMahon BJJ!”
“Thanks for all the hard work you do for our kids. They love it. (And so
do we.)”
– Abra Houchin
“Thanks to McMahon Jiu-Jitsu, my skinny video game junkie kids have
transformed into healthy, confident, respectful kids!”
McMahon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academyin Ft. Collins is the best place to
perfect your Jiu-Jitsu skills! Professor Finnie and Coach Tessa McMahon
along with a great staff have created the perfect atmosphere for martial
arts training. The McMahon’s are both full-time blackbelts and, each
day, they teach practical, effective self-defense techniques along with
physical fitness and valuable life lessons.
About a year ago, we enrolled our boys in McMahon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Academy, and they have since been transformed from two skinny video game
junkies into healthy confident, respectful kids. The transformation has
been dramatic! The values instilled in them from the Junior Grapplers
program are obvious. My 8 and 10 year old kids have grown physically,
and mentally but – more importantly – I’ve seen there self-esteem,
self-respect and respect for others grow by leaps. Not only has the
training helped them in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but in every day life as
well. The increase in confidence has inspired them to do things that
they may not have ordinarily done, like star in a school musical, or
even compete and do very well in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition. They
also have great camaraderie with newfound, like-minded friends.
After seeing all the great benefits that McMahon BJJ has to offer, my
wife and I also joined. In just a few months at McMahon BJJ, I feel I
have, positively increased the range of motion in my lower back and
neck, regulated my high blood pressure, and even lost 20 pounds without
feeling like I have been “working out.” My wife has also lost several
pounds and has improved her strength and coordination while having fun
learning the self-defense techniques. She carries herself with more
confidence and self-respect, and regularly attends classes without me.
We enjoy the time we spend here at McMahon BJJ. Professor Finnie and
Coach Tessa are 100% committed to helping you achieve your goals within
the school, and in everyday life. They are genuine people who really
care about all the students here. Not only have they changed our lives
for the better, but they have given our family something we can all
learn and talk about together. It’s easy to see the passion that the
McMahon’s have for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are very lucky to have
crossed paths, and are very grateful for all they have done for us. We
feel that everybody owes it to themselves to at least stop in and see
what the McMahon BJJ family can do for them.
– Chalo Gonzales and Family
“Thanks to Finnie McMahon, I plan to continue practicing the art of
Jiu Jitsu for the rest of my life”
My first day heading into my Jiu Jitsu intro class was rather nerve
racking because I didn't know anybody. The first face I saw was Finnie
Mcmahon's and he was extremely welcoming and made me feel as though I
belonged and was part of the family immediately. I've been training in
Boulder with Finnie McMahon for over a year now and I can speak for
everyone when I say that he is greatly missed and that Fort Collins is
more than lucky to have him. Thanks to Finnie McMahon, I plan to
continue practicing the art of Jiu Jitsu for the rest of my life and
have introduced family members and many friends to this unique and
practical art. I would recommend Jiu Jitsu to anyone and everyone of all
ages who seek physical fitness, confidence, a practical form of self
defense and a healthier life. I have also met many great people and have
made many close friends."
- Ian Lieberman
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