About Us
Gracie Humaita Quincy, IL in Quincy provides a friendly yet competitive environment where students of all skill levels can grow and succeed. Whether your goals are competition, improving your health, or strengthening your self-defense skills, our team is here to challenge and support you every step of the way.
We embrace the grind together, helping students push beyond obstacles and develop the discipline, confidence, and perseverance needed to excel in Jiu-Jitsu, BJJ, and Judo—both on the mats and in everyday life.
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Begin your journey at Gracie Humaita Quincy, IL with a special offer.
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Meet The Team
Our Instructors
The team in Quincy is here for all your needs. Through supportive and accountable training, they push students to be the best they can. With their expertise, they strive to help each student not just reach, but exceed their goals! Meet the team below to learn more about them.
Scott Altgilbers
Professor
Professor Scott Altgilbers is the main instructor at Midwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy. He served eight years in the U.S. Army and did two tours overseas. While deployed in Afghanistan, his duties included training soldiers in the Army Combatives Program and teaching hand-to-hand combat to military personnel.
Once stateside, he continued to train soldiers in the combatives, while also conducting women’s self-defense courses for civilians.
Professor Scott shares his passion for jiu-jitsu and judo with his students by providing feedback and encouragement to unlock their potential. By encouraging his students to develop their skills through training and tournament competition, Professor Scott helps foster camaraderie within the team. He believes a student’s family and support systems are vital to his or her success.
- 1st Degree Black Belt – Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (IBJJF)
- Certified Instructor Under Master Royler Gracie
- 3rd Degree Black Belt – Traditional Jiu-Jitsu (USJJF) and (USJA)
- 3rd Degree Black Belt – Judo (USA JUDO)
- IL POST Certified Law Enforcement Instructor
- MO POST Certified Law Enforcement Instructor
- G.R.A.C.I.E. Certified Law Enforcement Training
- USA JUDO National Judo Coach Certified
- Certified Rank Examiner (USJA)
Coaches
Jim Curran
Coach
- BJJ Black Belt
- Quincy Assistant Adults BJJ Coach
Mike “Big Mike” Lawrence
Coach
- BJJ Brown Belt
- Quincy Primary BJJ Kids Coach
- Quincy Assistant BJJ Adult Coach
Jeffery (Kyle) Campbell
Coach
- BJJ Purple Belt
- Judo Shodan (1 Degree Black Belt)
- Quincy Assistant Kids and Adults Judo Coach
- Quincy Assistant Kids BJJ Coach
Ryan Bohne
Coach
- BJJ Purple Belt
- Amateur MMA Fighter
- Quincy Adult MMA Coach
Level Up with the Team
Gracie Humaita Quincy, IL is a place where everyone can thrive. Students are taught by an experienced team who provide realistic training for true situations. Come join us for a great experience on and off the mat!
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Find your perfect class time with martial arts sessions Monday–Friday, plus a Sunday Open Mat. Begin your Quincy martial arts journey now!
Contact Us
Begin your journey on the mats with martial arts in Quincy. Everyone in Quincy, Pittsfield, Mount Sterling, Hannibal, and the nearby area can start in Judo, MMA, or BJJ classes. You can find us behind Goodwill on Broadway St.