The #1 Jiu Jitsu Academy in Morgantown, West Virginia
Black Cat Mixed Martial Arts & Self-Defense is a serious but laid-back academy where first-timers, veterans, and competitors sharpen the same skills, side by side.
Your first class is free.
Here’s how it works.
No guesswork, no pressure. Three steps from curious to on the mat.
Submit your information
Tap “Book Your Free Class,” tell us who you are and which program you’re curious about.
Choose your class time
Pick a date and time that fits your week from our live class calendar.
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Getting started in combat sports can feel intimidating. We built Black Cat so it isn’t.
Our coaches and trainers are highly experienced in their fields, bringing decades of combined experience to the mats. We’re here to build a stronger, tougher community one person at a time, and to give kids the confidence to stay bullyproof as they grow into the world and its adversities.
Serious training, honest coaching, zero unnecessary ego. Whether you live in Morgantown, Westover, or Granville, you’ll find a place to grow.
Our Community
Serious, but laid-back
We take the craft seriously and ourselves lightly. Hard rounds, good coaching, and a room that actually wants you to get better.
Beginners & veterans, together
Day-one white belts and seasoned competitors share the same mats, and both walk away sharper for it.
Discipline from within
We’re not building “yes sir / no sir” robots. We build people with heart, work ethic, and the skills to protect themselves and others.
One academy.
Eight ways to train.
From four-year-olds to competitive fighters, there’s a discipline that fits.
All Levels · AdultsGrappling
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and submission grappling. Real-world grappling for sport and self-defense.Explore
All Levels · AdultsStriking
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Ages 7–13Kids Grappling
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Women · WorkshopsRough Kitty
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All Levels · AdultsFitness
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AdultsSelf Defense & Weapons
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Ages 7–13Kids Striking
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Ages 4–7Kittens Kombat Sports
Explore All DisciplinesSee all eight programsPrograms overviewReal coaches.
Real fight experience.
Our coaching is earned through years of training and real competition across striking, grappling, and weapons. None of it comes from a franchise script. Owner and head coach Josh Fowler has built a room known across Morgantown for its culture.
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Decades on the mat
Coaching drawn from real years of training and competition. The technique has actually been tested, and it’s taught so it makes sense to everyone.
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Everyone trains together
Day-one beginners and seasoned competitors share the same mats. It keeps newcomers inspired and veterans honest.
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Confident, bullyproof kids
We build resilient, respectful kids whose discipline comes from within, so they’re ready for whatever life throws at them.
Trusted by fighters, families,
and first-timers alike.
Real reviews from members across Morgantown, Westover, and Granville.
Black Cat is an excellent gym with an unrivaled culture! I have attended classes since the day the gym opened and I have always felt I have a fun and safe place to learn and grow in martial arts and as a person. Josh is a fantastic teacher, mentor, and friend to his students. He is very knowledgeable and explains concepts in a way that can be easily understood by all. If you’re thinking about getting into martial arts, look no further!
Solid place to train. Best MMA gym in Morgantown. All the coaches have a lot of knowledge in their respective sports. The owner, Josh Fowler, has always been one of the most knowledgeable martial artists I know. He’s also pretty quick with a joke. Definitely stop in Black Cat MMA if you’re wanting to get into shape, start a new hobby, learn to defend yourself, or want to compete. They offer MMA, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kali, and wrestling classes.
THE BEST. This place trains at a national level. Josh taught me basically everything I know about self-defense and BJJ. It gave me a huge advantage in belting up when I hit the fleet in the military. I took my wife to see him as well and she learned a lot and loved it! Bottom line: they know their stuff, really, and it is presented highly effectively.
Myself and my 5 sons have been training here for the past three months. We’ve had a great time taking MMA classes. My kids look forward to learning something new each time we go. Josh has been an excellent coach and has even been able to maintain the attention of my two youngest for almost a full hour — which is an amazing achievement in itself. We look forward to being long-time students and expanding our skills.
Our daughter had a great time in the Kittens class. Coach Josh is amazing with the kids. His patience is top tier, from a small class to a large one. She picked up some great skills while being in his class that are now being applied in a school setting.
Come see
the room.
9500 Mall Rd, Ste 217
Westover / Morgantown, WV 26501
- Call or Text
- (304) 290-0615
- Areas Served
- Morgantown · Westover · Granville · Monongalia County
Your first class is on us.
Come see why Morgantown trains at Black Cat. Book a free class and meet the room. No pressure, no ego.