Meet The Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu Team

We offer Krav Maga and Jiu Jitsu under the same roof, but our quality remains top-tier.

All of our Krav Maga instructors are certified through the Krav Maga Alliance while our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu professors are all black belts. Whichever path you choose, you’ll receive top-quality martial arts and self-defense training. We welcome you to expand your horizons and discover a better lifestyle of community and fitness.

Josh Metcalf - Owner & Head Instructor

Josh Metcalf
Owner & Head Instructor
Amanda Rathbone - BJJ Professor

Amanda Rathbone
BJJ Professor
Rich Dixon - Krav Maga Instructor

Rich Dixon
Krav Maga Instructor
Mackenzie Seal - Krav Maga Instructor<br>BJJ Blue Belt

Mackenzie Seal
Krav Maga Instructor
BJJ Blue Belt
Randy Mcgill - BJJ Professor

Randy Mcgill

BJJ Professor

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Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

Josh Metcalf

Owner & Head Instructor

Josh is a 3rd degree black belt instructor with the Krav Maga Alliance.

He’s also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Josh competes regularly both domestically and internationally in Jiu Jitsu. He has years of experience coaching wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga, and has fought in MMA and kickboxing. Josh is a native Memphian who loves his city and has a passion for teaching. Josh has been a high school Spanish teacher since 2009 and continues to work to empower Memphis’ youth.

Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

Amanda Rathbone

BJJ Professor

Amanda is one of our head BJJ coaches.

She is a successful international competitor and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Amanda loves BJJ and it shows in every class. When she’s in class you can always expect smiles, laughs, and good training. Outside of BJJ Amanda is a realtor, entrepreneur, and investor. We’re thrilled to have Amanda’s knowledge, skill, and positivity on our mats!

Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

Rich Dixon

Krav Maga Instructor

Thanks to his knowledge and experience with traditional martial arts, Rich brings a unique approach to training Krav Maga students in developing their speed, power, and balance.

Rich also has a true passion for fitness, being ACE Certified in Personal Training and Group Fitness. He has crafted a number of innovative strength, cardiovascular, endurance, and flexibility workouts designed for both the beginner and the hardcore workout warrior. After training with Rich, you’ll be stronger, faster, and healthier.

Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

Mackenzie Seal

Krav Maga Instructor
& BJJ Blue Belt

Mackenzie is a level 2 Krav Maga instructor with the Krav Maga Alliance.

She’s also a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Students always love training in her classes because they are guaranteed to have fun, burn lots of calories, and learn something new. Mackenzie is a scientist, a martial artist, and a grad student at the University of Memphis. We’re happy to have her smarts and skills on our staff.

Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

Randy Mcgill

BJJ Professor

Randy McGill is a first-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) with a successful track record as an international competitor in the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF).

Originally from Mississippi, Randy brings a diverse sports background to his teaching, with experience in boxing and football. Known for his technical expertise and attention to detail, Randy is a dedicated coach who is constantly studying the intricacies of the game. His passion for BJJ and commitment to his students make him a valuable asset to the Jiu Jitsu community.

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About Our

History

Owner Josh Metcalf opened Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu in Memphis on July 3rd, 2021. At this point, he had taught and trained Krav Maga for 15 years and was confident in his passion for teaching.

When the COVID-19 pandemic challenged small businesses, Josh took the opportunity to open a Krav Maga academy in Memphis. He wanted to create a place that provided top-quality self-defense training. As he navigated the early years of academy ownership, he also continued honing his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu skills. Less than 2 years later in June 2023, Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu doubled its facility size and added a BJJ program. Today, Josh continues to strive for excellence. It’s exciting for him to energize the community, empower his students, and live out his passion for martial arts.

What Are People Saying?

10/10 recommend! Been training with Josh and the crew for about 9 months now and it’s been an awesome experience. No complaints, can only recommend everyone and anyone drop by and try a class and I’m sure you’ll want to stick around. This place and people here have become my favorites. Krav fam is the best fam no doubt 💯 …

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Josh’s gym is a place of excellent training, fun atmosphere, and a feeling of community. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough. If ya want to learn self defense, BJJ, or just get in shape there is nowhere else better to go.

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I really enjoy training at MKM&JJ. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting and the coaches are inviting, knowledgeable, and down to earth. I mostly joined for the Jiu Jitsu training, but appreciate the option and ability to cross-train at the Krav classes (and now yoga!). There's also a range of class times that can work with a variety of schedules, including early mornings/midmorning-midday/and evenings for both krav and BJJ. While there are very knowledgeable instructors teaching, there is a range of both upperbelts and beginners, so whether you're new to martial arts or experienced, MKMJJ is a great place to check out. Lastly, while this is a great place to train, learn, and get in better shape, MKMJJ is a great community to connect and make friends.

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Everyone here, from teachers to fellow students, are super kind and helpful. As someone with zero-background in sports, I felt very comfortable learning.

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Whether you are an experienced fighter, or just looking to get in shape, this is the place for you. They teach solid self defense both standing and on the ground, with or without weapons. Head instructor- Josh, holds a multiple-degree black belt in Krav, and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu so you know the teaching is solid and effective.

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Josh and staff are excellent and strive to make sure you do your best! My daughter, Maddie, loves attending class. She has lost weight, gained confidence, and is prepared to physically defend herself if need be. 💗

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Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu

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(901) 857-0560
josh@midtownkravmaga.com
416 N. Cleveland St. Memphis, Tennessee 38104

Midtown Krav Maga & Jiu Jitsu invites nearby communities including Bartlett, Germantown, and Arlington to train self-defense with us in Memphis. Join us in Midtown in front of Crosstown Concourse.