Latif Kadri PHD BJJ

Latif Kadri PhD Jiu Jitsu is a martial arts school based in Bakersfield, California. Founded by philosophy professor Latif Kadri, the academy brings doctorate-level pedagogy to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, creating a thoughtful and analytical approach to combat sports education. Instruction is provided by Professor Latif Kadri, a first-degree BJJ black belt under Wim Deputter of Brasa Belgium with eight years of coaching experience at European academies. Training emphasizes conceptual mechanics, positional control, and specialized leg lock workshops, alongside competition classes preparing students for events like the Jiu Jitsu World League. The academy offers gi classes, no-gi grappling, dedicated women-only sessions, and youth classes in a clean and modern training facility. Affordable monthly memberships and all-access plans are complemented by reduced rates for law enforcement, first responders, military personnel, and university students.