Some of us have had previous experience, but most have not. Generally, the Jujitsu seen in the UFC is Brazilian. Monday through Thursday, from 5 until 7 in HPER 293. Everyone starting out gets a white belt. Next comes yellow, then green, purple, brown, and black.
Most people take around three years to get to the black belt level.
There are a few options in this type of situation. If you have your black belt by the time you leave IU, you might consider teaching classes yourself. Teaching others is a great way to learn something really well. Even if you decide to study an entirely different style upon leaving, we believe our style is well rounded enough to serve as a great foundation for any martial arts you choose to study in the future. A kiai is a shout originating in the abdomen, performed to add extra power to a technique, as well as to startle an opponent.