BJJ Gyms in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Dennis Jiu-Jitsu Club

Dennis Jiu-Jitsu Club, operating since 2003 at the Centro de Treinamento Maringá (CTM), is one of the leading Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies in the northern and northwestern region of Paraná state, Brazil. Founded by Professor Edenilson Roberto Siqueira de Lima (known as "Dennis"), a black belt instructor, the academy has established itself as a key reference for martial arts training in Maringá. The gym started operations at its current location in November 2009 and has been building champions ever since. Dennis Jiu-Jitsu Club is integrated with Nova União, one of Brazil's most prestigious BJJ teams. The academy gained significant momentum in 2008 when several students began excelling at high-level competitions, establishing a strong presence in state, national, and international tournaments. The team's competitive success reflects the academy's commitment to intensive daily training and developing new champions across all belt levels. The academy's mission is to promote health, leisure, culture, social and professional integration using the universe of martial arts as an instrument to mobilize people. Led by Professor Edenilson Lima, the CTM offers a welcoming environment for practitioners of all levels, from beginners to advanced competitors. The team's vision is to build an ever-growing and healthier family through the discipline and camaraderie of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training.