This week, Jeff Larsen, one of Black Flag’s standout athletes and dedicated kids coach, earned a well‑deserved feature in the Rockford Register Star for his drive to represent Rockford on the national jiu‑jitsu stage and to help grow the sport locally. He spoke about his latest results, his role as coach for the younger generation, and the mission of the gym to put Rockford on the map.
Jeff Larsen Featured
By being featured, Jeff, and by extension Black Flag, are helping to raise awareness for jiu‑jitsu as a viable athletic path for kids, teens, and adults. When a coach who competes at a high level also commits to coaching children, it bridges worlds: from elite competition all the way to local development.
For Rockford, this means more options for families, more recognition for local grapplers, and a stronger sense of pride in the region’s martial arts scene. Jeff’s journey and the coverage of it serve as both inspiration and proof that dedication, hard work, and community support can lead to national stages without leaving Rockford.
Located in Rockford, Black Flag Jiu‑Jitsu is a locally‑owned academy known for its competitive success and inclusive culture. With programs for kids, teens, and adults, the gym is built on the philosophy that training should build character, resilience, and lifelong support networks. Jeff Larsen serves as a coach for our youth programs while still competing and contributing to the adult team. His dual role reflects the gym’s commitment to both performance and community.
Whether someone is just trying jiu‑jitsu for the first time or striving for the podium, Black Flag provides the space, support, and coaching to make it happen.
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