# Cascão Jiu Jitsu BR

> João Pessoa, Brazil

## Overview

**Name:** Cascão Jiu Jitsu BR

**Description:** Cascão Jiu Jitsu Brasil is a martial arts academy in João Pessoa, Paraíba, that has been operating since 2009. The academy is part of the Cascão Jiu-Jitsu team, founded by Walter "Cascão" Vital Jr., a 5th degree black belt and accomplished competitor with titles including 2007 No-Gi World Champion, multiple-time World and Pan American medalist.

Under the management of Marcílio Medeiros, the academy offers training in multiple disciplines including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, No-Gi grappling, and MMA. The academy is registered with Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro (AJP) and competes in IBJJF tournaments.

The team emphasizes a mission of promoting health and quality of life, with a special focus on encouraging sports practice for those in economically and socially vulnerable situations. With the motto "Uma família para pertencer!" (A family to belong to!), Cascão Jiu Jitsu Brasil has built a strong community presence in João Pessoa with over 4,900 followers on Instagram.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Rua Fernando Honorato Pereira, 154 – Bessa, João Pessoa – PB, Brasil
João Pessoa, Mato Grosso do Sul, 58035-200, Brazil

**Phone:** +55 83 98864-5533

**Website:** https://cascaojiujitsu.com

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cascaobjjbrasil/

## Instructors


### Marcílio Medeiros

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Manager of Cascão Jiu Jitsu Brasil in João Pessoa since 2009. Competitor in IBJJF and AJP tournaments.


## Programs

### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional BJJ training in the gi, focusing on fundamental techniques and competition preparation.

### Judo

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional Judo training emphasizing throws, takedowns, and ground control.

### No-Gi Grappling

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Submission grappling without the gi, similar to MMA-style grappling.

### MMA

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Mixed martial arts training combining striking and grappling disciplines.



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**Last Updated:** March 11, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/mato-grosso-do-sul/joao-pessoa/cascao-jiu-jitsu-br)