HAMILTON, OHIO · ADULTS AGES 16+
Luta Livre
Develop No-Gi grappling skills through takedowns, positional control, and submissions.
Train with Ryan Roach and Roberta “Crush” Samad, both Luta Livre Black Belts, who bring extensive grappling experience to Legacy’s coaching team. Meet our instructors ↗
Your seven days begin on your first day of attendance. Enjoy unlimited age-appropriate martial arts classes during your 7-day intro program. No automatic enrollment in an ongoing membership after your intro.
Beginners welcome · Workout clothes are enough · Free loaner equipment
7 days for $19.97. Beginners welcome.
What you’ll practice
No-Gi movement
Practice grappling without relying on a traditional Gi.
Takedowns & control
Work on getting to the ground and controlling positions.
Submissions & escapes
Develop attacking and defensive grappling skills.
PROGRESS AT LEGACY
Your Luta Livre journey.
Luta Livre uses belt ranks to recognize your development in No-Gi grappling. Explore the adult color progression below.
How belt progression works
LEGACY MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY
Adult Luta Livre belt progression
White → Blue → Purple → Brown → Black. These are the five main colors in the adult Luta Livre progression. Legacy’s adult Luta Livre classes are for ages 16 and older; individual ranks have additional eligibility requirements.
1 / 5
White
Your starting point2 / 5
Blue
3 / 5
Purple
4 / 5
Brown
5 / 5
Black
Promotion depends on instructor assessment of your development and readiness. USA Luta Livre publishes minimum age and training requirements; these do not guarantee promotion on a fixed date. Advanced degrees and senior belts beyond Black Belt are not shown in this introductory overview.
Original Legacy overview based on the USA Luta Livre graduation system. View USA Luta Livre requirements ↗
Learn the technique. Build the skill.
What to expect in your first class
Wear comfortable workout clothes. No equipment is needed for your trial, and free loaner equipment is available.
Enroll in your intro online, then view the class schedule for adult class times. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before your first class. Use the main entrance, check in at our staffed front desk, and let your coach know it is your first class. When possible, our front desk team will also give you a facility tour.
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Start your 7-day intro program.
Explore Luta Livre with a adult 7-day intro program for $19.97. See the enrollment page for full offer terms.
Your seven days begin on your first day of attendance. Enjoy unlimited age-appropriate martial arts classes during your 7-day intro program. No automatic enrollment in an ongoing membership after your intro.
New to training?
Do I need experience or a certain fitness level?
Beginners are welcome. Tell us about your goals and any concerns so we can help you choose an appropriate starting class.
Will my first class include sparring?
Beginners may not spar until approved by an instructor. Let your coach know it is your first class so they can explain the activities and help you get started.
Which class should I attend first?
After enrolling online, view the class schedule and choose a class for your age group and program. If you need help choosing, you can text us.
Have a question? (Optional)
Ready to start? Enroll online using the adult intro button above. This optional form is here for questions about programs or training.
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