3 Elements BJJ and MMA is a martial arts school in Erie, Pennsylvania centered on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts. Its training philosophy is built on three essentials—escape, control, and submission—with instruction focused on positional understanding, repeatable fundamentals, and steady skill development. The program is led by head BJJ instructor Brad, with Tom Gardner serving as owner, head MMA coach, BJJ instructor, and striking instructor; striking instruction is also led by Jeremy Sakuta. The school teaches children, beginners, and professional MMA fighters through a consistent approach grounded in structure, discipline, and respect for technical foundations.