What Makes a Veteran-Owned Jiu Jitsu Gym Different (And Why It Matters in Las Vegas)
When you’re looking for the best Jiu Jitsu gym in Las Vegas, there’s no shortage of options. But if you want a place that’s built on discipline, structure, and a mission bigger than just fitness — a veteran-owned Jiu Jitsu gym offers something truly unique.
At Potential Jiu Jitsu in Spring Valley, we don’t just teach technique — we develop people. Founded by U.S. Air Force veteran and World Champion Kris Olivo, our academy is where commitment, community, and transformation come together on the mat.
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🇺🇸 The Veteran Mindset: More Than Just Martial Arts
Military veterans bring a unique approach to leadership and teaching. It’s not about hype or ego — it’s about consistency, preparation, and integrity.
Here’s what sets a veteran-owned BJJ gym apart:
• ✅ Structured Classes: No chaos, no guesswork. Classes follow a system that builds real skills.
• ✅ Accountability & Respect: The core values of the military — applied in every class.
• ✅ Goal-Oriented Coaching: From white belt to world-class, there’s a mission and a plan.
• ✅ Mental Toughness: Students learn how to stay calm under pressure, on and off the mat.
At Potential Jiu Jitsu, we emphasize progress over perfection — and discipline over flash. That’s the veteran difference.
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👊 Built by a Veteran. Designed to Build You Up.
Professor Kris Olivo is not just a black belt under Robert Drysdale — he’s also an IBJJF Master World Champion and a U.S. Air Force veteran who trained and competed for over a decade before opening Potential Jiu Jitsu in Las Vegas.
“I built this gym for people who want more out of themselves,” says Olivo. “Whether you’re a parent, a student, or a competitor — Jiu Jitsu will test you, strengthen you, and shape you. That’s what it did for me after leaving the military.”
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🛡 Who Trains Here?
Our students include:
• 🧍♂️ First responders and military vets looking to stay sharp
• 👨👩👧👦 Parents who want their kids in a structured, respectful environment
• 💪 Busy adults who want stress relief and fitness with purpose
• 🧠 People who crave growth — mentally, physically, and emotionally
Whether you’re brand new or experienced, you’ll find a second home here.
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📍 Las Vegas Needs More Than Just Another Gym
There are plenty of martial arts gyms in Las Vegas — but very few that combine elite instruction with veteran values and recovery-based amenities.
At Potential Jiu Jitsu, we offer:
• ✅ Clean, safe, beginner-friendly training environment
• ✅ Classes for kids, adults, and women
• ✅ Recovery tools: sauna + cold plunge
• ✅ Free trial class for all new students
• ✅ A mission-first community where you’re not just a number
We’re not here to be trendy — we’re here to make you better.
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🎯 Come as You Are. Leave as More.
That’s not just our slogan — it’s the way we train.
Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or coming back after years away, we’ll meet you where you are. All you have to do is show up.
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🆓 Try a Free Class at Potential Jiu Jitsu
📍 Located in Spring Valley, Las Vegas
📞 Call or Text: (702) 972-5971
