Our Story

More Than a Gym.
A Community Built
on Excellence.

We believe martial arts is a vehicle for life transformation — building champions on the mat and leaders in the world.

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Our Origin

Built on Discipline. Driven by Results.

Prodigy Jiu-Jitsu was founded with a simple but powerful vision: create a world-class training environment where everyone belongs — from the complete beginner to the elite competitor.

What started as a shared passion for the gentle art has grown into one of the area's most respected martial arts academies. We've built a community grounded in respect, hard work, and genuine care for every person who walks through our doors.

Our name says it all — we believe every student has the potential to be a prodigy. Our job is to unlock it.

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What We Stand For

Our Mission & Values

Three pillars guide everything we do — on the mat and beyond.

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Discipline

Consistency beats talent every time. We teach our students that showing up, putting in the work, and embracing the process is the only path to mastery.

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Community

The mat is a great equalizer. We train together, we grow together, we look out for each other. Prodigy is a family — egos are left at the door.

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Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standard — in our instruction, our facility, and the results we deliver for every student who trusts us with their growth.

The mat doesn't lie. It reveals who you are — and who you're capable of becoming.
— Prodigy Jiu-Jitsu
The Team

Meet Your Coaches

Our instructors bring world-class credentials and a genuine passion for developing every student — beginner to black belt.

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Jeremy Lee Henderson

Head Instructor — BJJ

Professor Jeremy Lee Henderson is the head instructor and driving force behind Prodigy Jiu-Jitsu. A highly accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Jeremy has dedicated over a decade to competing at the highest levels and translating that experience into world-class coaching. His teaching philosophy is built on precision, structure, and genuine investment in each student's growth — whether they're stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for an elite competition.

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Jason Zicherman

BJJ Instructor

Coach Jason is a seasoned black belt whose deep understanding of jiu-jitsu's technical layers makes him one of the most effective instructors on the team. With years of competition experience across both Gi and No-Gi formats, Jason has a rare ability to break down complex submission chains and positional concepts into clear, learnable steps. His classes are detailed, engaging, and designed to build lasting technical foundations at every belt level.

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Coach Luke

BJJ Instructor

Coach Luke brings an analytical and methodical approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that students at every level benefit from. A black belt with a strong competition background, Luke is known for his ability to identify gaps in a student's game and provide targeted, practical solutions. His deep focus on positional control, transitions, and defensive fundamentals helps students build a well-rounded, pressure-tested game both in the gym and on the competition mat.

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Shakiyl Jones

BJJ Instructor

With 14 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience, Coach Shakiyl is one of the most respected instructors in the Lehigh Valley area. A black belt with a strong wrestling and No-Gi background, Shakiyl brings explosive athleticism and deep technical knowledge to every class. His coaching style is energetic, precise, and highly motivating — and his genuine commitment to each student's development is evident from the first session. Coach Shakiyl has been a cornerstone of Prodigy's growth and culture since the academy's early days.

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Professor Chino (Gabriel Velez)

Head Professor — BJJ & Muay Thai

Professor Gabriel "Chino" Velez is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under both Jeremy Henderson and the legendary Robson Moura, giving him one of the most distinguished lineages in the sport. As the founder and head professor of Prodigy Jiu-Jitsu, Chino has built the academy from the ground up with a clear vision: a world-class training environment where every student is treated with respect, coached with purpose, and developed as both an athlete and a person. He also leads the Muay Thai program, bringing authentic striking instruction rooted in real combat principles.

Matthew Velez — young Prodigy Jiu-Jitsu competitor at an IBJJF tournament Competitor

Matthew Velez

Youth Competition Coach

Matthew Velez is a rising star who embodies everything Prodigy stands for. Competing at a high level from a young age, Matthew has proven himself as one of the region's most talented young grapplers and has become a trusted mentor for the academy's youth competition team. As noted by parents and students alike, Matthew is more than a great athlete — he's a genuine role model on and off the mat. His dedication, work ethic, and character set the standard for what it means to be a Prodigy student.

What We Offer

Our Programs

Three world-class programs, one community.

Adult Jiu-Jitsu

Gi & No-Gi classes for all levels — Fundamentals through Advanced.

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Kids Jiu-Jitsu

Ages 5–17. Build confidence, discipline & self-defense skills.

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Muay Thai

The Art of Eight Limbs — striking for fitness & competition.

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