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Become a better, stronger version of yourself.

JJ1 is founded with a simple mission: to help people become stronger — on and off the mat. Whether you're here to get in shape, build confidence, or train seriously, you’ll be pushed to grow.

Our Instructors

Meet Nick Ingenito

Head Coach, Gym Owner

Nick has over 13 years of experience in Jiu-Jitsu, with a background in traditional martial arts, boxing, and MMA. He began his journey training no-gi under Jeff Miller, alongside future UFC stars, before joining Baltimore BJJ. There, he competed at the advanced level until injuries and relocation led him to train under Daniel Beleza; this is where he earned all his belts and consistently placed in tournaments, including No-Gi Pans at purple belt.

Presently, as a BJJ black belt, Nick is fulfilling his dream of running his own martial arts school. With a nursing degree and eight years of experience running a personal training studio, he brings a wealth of expertise to his coaching. Nick is dedicated to ensuring Jiu Jitsu one is the premier school in the Lancaster area and providing the best training experience for all his students.

Ryland Overly

Gi, No-Gi, Fundamentals

One of JJ1’s first members and the first person promoted to black belt under Nick Ingenito. Ryland is a constant student of the sport, versed in wrestling and judo as well. He is a practitioner in both Gi and No-Gi classes as well as our fundamentals program.

Colin Gironda

Wrestling, No-Gi, and Kids Classes

Colin came to Jiu Jitsu One in 2019, a few years after his collegiate wrestling career ended. Since that time he has earned his brown belt from Senpai Nick Ingenito. Colin is an active competitor regionally, competing in as many rulesets as possible for a number of promotions including Finishers, Arena Grappling, Copa Virginia, and more, and winning against all levels of competition more often than not. Colin teaches wrestling, No-Gi jiu jitsu, and children’s classes.

Josiah Swarr

MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, Muay Thai, BJJ

Josiah is a brown belt in jiu-jitsu with several gold and silver medals in IBJJF Adult Blue Belt competition. He went 3-1 in amateur MMA with an Art of War Cage Fighting Amateur Title, and corners for numerous fighters. Previously, he coached Lampeter-Strasburg junior high wrestling for 4 seasons. Presently, he is an MMA coach at JJ1 and trains part time at Ground Zero Boxing and Chok Dee Athletics Muay Thai.

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George Fourlas

No Gi, Kids Classes

George Fourlas started his martial arts journey studying judo, Tae Kwon Do (ITF and WTF), and boxing/muay thai. He has trained and taught martial arts across the country and around the world. George became serious about grappling in graduate school when he trained BJJ with the Condor team under Jose Tamaya and Otavio de Paula, and Judo with Gorka Emazabel. George also spent several years training at Worcester MMA with Coach Dan Simmler before moving to Lancaster and Jiu Jitsu One. Coach George regularly teaches a Thursday morning class and assists with the kids classes.

Ken Nakagawa

Gi, Kids Classes

Ken is a Lancaster native. He began training in BJJ in 2012 after completing his wrestling career at Elizabethtown College. He has been a black belt since 2021 and has competed at every belt level. In addition to teaching morning classes, Gi classes, and helping to run the kids program, Ken is the head coach of Lancaster Catholic High School’s Wrestling team. His classes often include fun and innovative techniques in the Gi. Ken is also an avid runner and foodie.

Our Facility

Two Matted Rooms
- More space for practice and accommodating a growing community.
Weight Lifting Center
- Coming Soon! Improve the power behind your martial arts skills and combos with weight training.
Striking Center
- Get in more reps with our dedicated striking zone. Perfect your combos and let off some steam on our punching bags.
Accommodations
- There is a shower available. Training Gis are also available to borrow in limited quantities.

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