# Black Helmet > Blumenau, Brazil ## Overview **Name:** Black Helmet **Description:** Black Helmet Jiu-Jitsu in Blumenau, Santa Catarina, is led by a highly accomplished 6th degree black belt instructor with 36 years of experience and 24 years as a black belt, trained directly under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. The academy has achieved remarkable success on the international stage, earning 10th place in the world No-Gi ranking and securing numerous national and international titles including competitions in Las Vegas, London, Lisbon, Mexico, and Ireland. The team has won gold 16 times at No-Gi Open championships and claimed victory 4 times at the prestigious ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) - the Submission Fighting World Federation. Black Helmet's training philosophy emphasizes forming warriors both on and off the mat, focusing on discipline, strength, and personal growth through the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy offers a comprehensive approach to physical conditioning, self-defense, and mental resilience, with classes structured in small groups to ensure individual attention and technical precision. The training environment promotes respect and constant evolution, welcoming practitioners from complete beginners to advanced competitors. The facility features Olympic-grade tatame mats, air-conditioned training areas, and a waiting room with live class transmission for parents and guests. Black Helmet serves students from age 5 onwards with age-appropriate programs including Baby Eagles (ages 3-5), Little Eagles (ages 6-13), adult programs across all skill levels, specialized training for practitioners over 40, and private lessons. In addition to traditional gi-based Jiu-Jitsu, the academy offers No-Gi grappling, wrestling for Jiu-Jitsu, and self-defense classes, maintaining a professional structure with limited class sizes to ensure quality instruction and safety for all members. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** Rua Expedicionário Aleixo Herculano Maba, 50 - Bairro Garcia, Sala 01, Blumenau, SC, Brasil Blumenau, Rio Grande do Sul, 95532-000, Brazil **Phone:** +55 47 99978-6853 **Website:** https://www.blackhelmet.com.br **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://instagram.com/blackhelmetteam - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mauriciocabralmelo ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:15 PM - 10:00 PM - Tuesday: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:15 PM - 10:00 PM - Wednesday: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:15 PM - 10:00 PM - Thursday: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM, 5:15 PM - 10:00 PM - Friday: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM - Saturday: Closed - Sunday: Closed ## Instructors ### Black Helmet Head Instructor - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** 6th degree black belt with 36 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 24 years as a black belt. Trained directly by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Accomplished competitor with 10th place world ranking in No-Gi, 16x No-Gi Open gold medalist, and 4x ADCC champion. Holds numerous national and international titles from competitions in Las Vegas, London, Lisbon, Mexico, and Ireland. ## Programs ### Adult BJJ - Fundamentals **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Training focused on physical conditioning, self-defense, and mental resilience. Group classes with emphasis on technique, respect, and constant evolution - from beginner to advanced. ### Kids BJJ - Baby Eagles **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and safe Jiu-Jitsu program for young children ages 3-5. Classes are playful, age-appropriate, and adapted to develop discipline, confidence, and coordination. ### Kids BJJ - Little Eagles **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Comprehensive Jiu-Jitsu program for children ages 6-13. Develops discipline, confidence, and coordination while encouraging respect, focus, and teamwork in a safe, structured environment. ### BJJ 40+ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Specialized program for practitioners over 40. Classes adapted to individual pace with focus on mobility, strength, balance, and well-being. Training in a welcoming environment to develop self-confidence and maintain an active body and mind safely and pleasantly. ### No-Gi Grappling **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling training without the gi, focusing on techniques applicable to MMA and submission wrestling. Part of Black Helmet's world-class No-Gi program. ### Wrestling for Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Wrestling techniques adapted for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners to improve takedowns, top control, and positional dominance. ### Self-Defense **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Practical self-defense training using Jiu-Jitsu principles and techniques for real-world situations. --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/rio-grande-do-sul/blumenau/black-helmet)