# Nova União Rio da Prata

> Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

## Overview

**Name:** Nova União Rio da Prata

**Description:** Nova União Rio da Prata is a licensed academy of the Nova União Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu team, located at Rua Cairo 96, Senador Camará, Rio de Janeiro. It is led by Professor Jobel Teixeira and Professor Leandro Thuler. Nova União is a BJJ team founded in 1995 by André "Dedé" Pederneiras and Wendell "Dell" Alexander, known for producing IBJJF competitors and MMA athletes such as former UFC champion José Aldo.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Rua Cairo, 96 - Senador Camará, Centro De Treinamento, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, 34800-000, Brazil

**Website:** https://www.novauniao.com

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


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**Last Updated:** July 21, 2026

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