http://www.texaspowerhouse.com/images/front3.jpgAt Texas Powerhouse MMA, we use a ranking system to designate skill level (in a Gi), using a color system of White, Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black Belts.  The average time to reach Black Belt is 8 - 12 years.  In our Jiu-Jitsu system we use various techniques from Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Freestyle and Greco Roman