Edmond, Oklahoma
Built for Families.Made for Everyone.
Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing for kids, teens, and adults. One academy, two disciplines, one welcoming room where beginners are the priority.
15+ Years Coaching
Kids, Teens & Adults
Beginner Friendly
Award-Winning Academy
Our Programs
One Academy. Two Disciplines.
Every class follows a structured curriculum, so students always know what they are learning and why. No winging it, no getting lost in the crowd.
Kids, Teens & Adults
Jiu-Jitsu
- Little Raptors (3–7), Young Raptors (7–12), Teens & Adults
- Fundamentals path for complete beginners, no experience needed
- Women's-only classes and a supportive team atmosphere
- Real self-defense, real conditioning, real confidence
Teens & Adults
Kickboxing
- The Art of Eight Limbs — punches, elbows, knees, kicks
- Structured pad work, technical drills, and controlled sparring
- Serious cardio without a single minute on a treadmill
- Beginner classes running weekly — walk in fresh, walk out sharp
Ages 3–6
Little Raptors
A fun-first intro to movement, coordination, and listening skills.
Ages 7–12
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Structured Jiu-Jitsu with real self-defense, anti-bullying skills, and no ego on the mat.
Ages 13+
Teen Jiu-Jitsu
Technique, sparring, and confidence on the mat.
Getting Started Is Simple
Your First Class in Three Steps
You will never be thrown into the deep end. Every new student starts with a proper introduction, whatever the discipline.
Book Your Free Trial
Pick a class that fits your schedule. Takes less than a minute. No commitment, no pressure, no sales pitch.
Come Train With Us
Show up ten minutes early. Coach will meet you at the door, get you on the mat, and walk you through the basics.
Get a Clear Plan
After class we help you figure out which program and schedule fits your goals. You decide the pace from there.
Free Trial Class
Come Train With Us
The hardest part is walking through the door. Once you do, you'll see what makes Raptor different: patient coaching, a structured curriculum, and a community that genuinely wants you to level up.
Book Your Free Trial
Pick your class, date, and time. Your booking flows straight into Raptor's Gymdesk system.
Prefer to call? (405) 916-9091.
Head Instructor & Owner
Coach Derrick Adkins
Derrick "A-Game" Adkins is the head instructor and owner of Raptor Jiu-Jitsu in Edmond, Oklahoma. A 2007 Oklahoma high school state wrestling champion, he wrestled at the University of Central Oklahoma before turning his focus to Jiu-Jitsu and professional combat sports. A veteran of Bellator, Legacy FC, LFA, and Showbox with over 30 professional bouts, he is a former FCF Lightweight Champion and Oklahoma state boxing champion. Derrick earned his Jiu-Jitsu black belt in 2021 under Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu and has coached for more than a decade — on the mats in Edmond, through Executive Private Lessons, and inside his Skool community for students training online.
- Jiu-Jitsu black belt since 2021
- Pro boxing and kickboxing competitor
- Former FCF Lightweight Champion
Train Online With Coach Derrick
Learn From Anywhere on Skool
Can't make it to the mat every day? Join Coach Derrick's Skool community for on-demand technique breakdowns, concept lessons, live Q&A, and a private group of students training toward the same goals — no matter where you live.
- On-demand video lessons & drill libraries
- Live Q&A and technique feedback
- Private community of committed students
- Train from anywhere in the world
Coach Derrick's Online Academy
Structured curriculum, concept-based teaching, and the same coaching principles used in the Raptor academy — packaged for students who want to keep learning outside of class or don't live close enough to train in person.
24/7
Access from any device
One-on-One Coaching
Executive Private Lessons
Accelerate your progress with private instruction from Coach Derrick. Whether you're preparing for competition, sharpening specific techniques, or prefer a personalized training plan, private lessons deliver focused, accelerated results.
- 1-on-1 instruction with Coach Derrick
- Customized to your goals & schedule
- Semi-private & small group options
- Competition & skill-specific prep
Have questions? See the Executive Private Lessons FAQ on the private lessons page.
Premium Private Coaching
Customized one-on-one and small-group sessions built around your goals, schedule, and experience level. View full package details and pricing on the Executive Private Lessons page.
From Edmond Families
Why People Choose Raptor
"Our whole family trains here. The coaches genuinely care about every student, kids and adults alike. Best decision we've made for our boys."
"Walked in with zero martial arts experience. Six months in, I'm hooked. Coaching is patient, the room is welcoming, and I've never been in better shape."
"My daughter went from too shy to speak in class to a confident, focused kid. That's what Raptor did in one year. I can't recommend them enough."
Common Questions
Start With Confidence
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From the Journal
Latest From The Mat
Beginner guides, parent resources, and training tips from Coach Derrick and the Raptor team.
What to Expect at Your First Class at Raptor
Nervous about walking through the door in Edmond? Here's exactly what your first free class at Raptor looks like — start to finish.
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A Parent's Guide to Jiu-Jitsu for Kids in Edmond
Is Jiu-Jitsu safe? Is it too aggressive? Will it teach my child to fight? Straight answers to the questions every Edmond parent asks us.
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The quiet kind of confidence that comes from knowing you can handle yourself. Why parents keep telling us their kids changed at home first.
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