CAST
IRON
BJJ
ALL LEVELS WELCOME.
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
AUGUST 7–9, 2026
RENATO TAVARES SUMMER CAMP
FRIENDLY,
COMPETITIVE
TRAINING
SINCE 2014.
Cast Iron BJJ has been home to the Kansas City BJJ community since 2014. A proud member of the Renato Tavares Association, every class is built around careful preparation — drilling, analysis, and live application.
Beginners are welcome. Loaner gis are available. No experience required. Your first class is free. New to BJJ? Start here →
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
JOSH
LITTLETON
Josh Littleton is a well-established figure in the Kansas City BJJ community — active as a coach, competitor, and ambassador for the sport since 2014.
A member of the Renato Tavares Association, Josh brings world-class instruction to every class regardless of experience level.
2014
FOUNDED
RTA
AFFILIATION
KC, MO
LOCATION
WHAT MEMBERS
SAY.
“This is the real deal — training that is accommodating and safe for all skill levels. After a year, I am still more excited to get back in the gym after every session. Awesome skills, awesome friends, in a consistent professional environment.”
John Cleary
MEMBER · 1 YEAR
“I've lost a noticeable amount of weight, gained previously undiscovered confidence in myself, and made connections that will last a lifetime. I've met people from all walks of life brought together through jiu-jitsu — the community is incredible. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking to challenge yourself.”
Alex Ingels
MEMBER · 1.5 YEARS
“My teenage daughter and I were welcomed with open arms. Professor Josh has set up a safe and welcoming environment — the men, women, teens, and young kids are all family. Super clean facility, top notch!”
Dawn Lane-Dierks
PARENT & MEMBER
UPCOMING CLASSES
Josh Littleton
3:00 PM
120min
Josh Littleton
5:30 PM
75min
Tyler Berg
6:00 AM
90min
Josh Littleton
10:00 AM
120min
Josh Littleton
5:00 PM
120min
READY
TO TRAIN?
Your first class is free. No experience needed. Loaner gis available. Walk in, get on the mat.
Classes run morning, afternoon, and evening — six days a week plus open mat Saturday.