# DNA Jiu-Jitsu School Curitiba

> Curitiba, Brazil

## Overview

**Name:** DNA Jiu-Jitsu School Curitiba

**Description:** DNA Jiu-Jitsu School is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Curitiba, Paraná, founded in 2015 by Professor João Raphael Vasconcellos, known as "Raphael Simpson." The academy offers comprehensive BJJ training for men, women, and children of all skill levels.

Professor Simpson received his black belt in 2004 from Gustavo Muggiati (Gutty) and is a 2001 World Jiu-Jitsu Champion. After earning his black belt, he led training at Gracie Curitiba academy until 2007, then focused on preparing MMA athletes, including Pride and UFC champion Maurício "Shogun" Rua. In 2010, he moved to the United States, teaching at Gracie Barra Orlando and later in Minneapolis. He returned to Curitiba in 2013 and established DNA Jiu-Jitsu School two years later.

With over 20 years of experience, Professor Simpson brings world-class instruction and a proven competition pedigree to DNA Jiu-Jitsu School. The academy emphasizes technical excellence, discipline, and personal growth through the practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, serving the Curitiba community with programs for all ages and skill levels.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Rua Albino Silva 16, Bairro São Francisco, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
Curitiba, Paraná, 80520, Brazil

**Website:** https://www.dnabjj.com.br

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dnajiujitsuschool/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dnabjjschool/

## Instructors


### Raphael Simpson - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** João Raphael Vasconcellos, known as "Raphael Simpson," received his black belt in 2004 from Professor Gustavo Muggiati (Gutty). He is a 2001 World Jiu-Jitsu Champion with over 20 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. After earning his black belt, he led training at Gracie Curitiba academy until 2007, then focused on preparing MMA athletes, including Pride and UFC champion Maurício "Shogun" Rua. In 2010, he moved to the United States, teaching at Gracie Barra Orlando and later in Minneapolis. He returned to Curitiba in 2013 and founded DNA Jiu-Jitsu School in 2015.


## Programs

### Adult BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adult men and women of all skill levels

### Kids BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Fun and educational Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for children

### Women's BJJ

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program specifically for women



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**Last Updated:** March 03, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/parana/curitiba/dna-jiu-jitsu-school-curitiba)