Charlie is a world class coach, competitor, and friend to his students and teammates. Very detail oriented with battle tested techniques. Provides a very welcome and open environment. If you’re in Lawrence or relatively close I highly recommend whether you’re a beginner or seasoned practitioner!

Great culture from the top down. Charlie is a proven competitor but better than that he’s a great instructor that actually cares about his people. If you’re looking to train in Lawrence this is the place.

The instructor Charlie is clearly a very good teacher I met him at a seminar and after rolling he had tips for me that I immediately implemented into my game. I had the opportunity to go to a seminar he was teaching and I was not disappointed. If I ever go to Lawrence this is the place I'd go.

I've been lucky enough to train at CTA a few times so far. Great mat space - open room without obstacles to maneuver around. Nice tatami style tile mats on top of a floating floor. Everything is always clean and disinfected. The culture is very welcoming and everyone is friendly. The head instructor Charles has years of high level competitive experience that brings a unique and realistic point of view to his teaching. I get great instruction and some tough/challenging rolls at this gym. I'd recommend CTA Lawrence and I look forward to going back there soon!

Charles is a great coach and mentor. Just had a seminar with him and I learned a lot in short time. But it was a lot of fun and I cant wait to train with him again!!

I can’t speak highly enough of the people I’ve trained with at CTA. The culture is phenomenal. You are encouraged, coached, supported, and pushed to be your best at CTA. Every one of the coaches lives ‘acta non verba’ & act selflessly to ensure that students are focused on proper technique and good sportsmanship. The access to world class competitors and seminars has been extremely helpful in my bjj journey and I recommend anyone (new to the sport, or a seasoned practitioner) to check out a class at CTA Lawrence.

Charlie is a high level competitor and skilled jiu jitsu educator/coach. If you live in Lawrence, or if you have an opportunity to stop in while you are in town, Charlie will be happy to have you and welcome your questions. He is passionate about jiu jitsu, and is eager to share that passion with you.

Had the great opportunity to attend a seminar by Charlie, excellent coach who is very passionate about teaching jiu jitsu and is willing to spend extra time you on the mat. Highly recommend.