Professor Joe is a dedicated teacher who takes pride in helping his students reach their full potential. Lockdown has become a second home to me and my fellow students like family, all the result of the atmosphere Professor Joe has created.

What I believe that separates Professor Thompson out from other instructors that I have encountered is his dedication to all of his students. He not only gives the same amount of dedication to his high ranks and the people who compete, he gives this same level of attentiveness to any student who gets down on the mat that day.

Professor Thompson is a very knowledgeable, patient and detail oriented instructor. The students at Lockdown are very nice and easy going, making classes enjoyable. The academy is very well maintained and kept clean. Lockdown BJJ has a very family oriented atmosphere and I highly recommend it to anyone.

Joe Thompson is an amazing person, great role model, and excellent instructor. He has helped me a ton in my Brazilian jiu-jitsu journey. Soo unbelievably motivated and reliable. He has always welcomed everyone with open arms, and will go out of his way to help. No doubt this school is going to be the best in the area to train and learn. Stop in for a class, you won’t regret it.