# Canuto BJJ

> São Vicente, Brazil

## Overview

**Name:** Canuto BJJ

**Description:** Tio Chico Jiu-Jitsu is a respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Vila Valença, São Vicente, São Paulo. Founded and led by Professor Valdir Marcos Alves Canuto, known affectionately as "Tio Chico" (Uncle Chico), the academy has built a strong reputation for technical excellence and has produced numerous black belts and competitive athletes. The gym is affiliated with the Confederação Brasileira de Jiu-Jitsu (CBJJ) and emphasizes the core principles of technique, discipline, and continuous evolution.

The academy offers a comprehensive training program that caters to all ages and skill levels. Adults can train in traditional gi-based BJJ classes throughout the day, with sessions available in the morning (7am), lunch time (12pm), and multiple evening slots. No-gi grappling classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays for those interested in submission wrestling. The kids program is structured by age groups, with classes for children ages 4-7 and 8-12, focusing on building discipline, coordination, and self-confidence through Jiu-Jitsu.

The teaching staff includes experienced instructors such as Professor Tio Chico himself, along with Yago Canuto, Jaudar, Vinicius Pascoal, Cláudio, Marcelo, and Vitor Alexandre. The academy has successfully graduated multiple black belts who continue to represent the Tio Chico lineage. With a welcoming family atmosphere and structured methodology, Tio Chico Jiu-Jitsu provides quality instruction for beginners looking to learn self-defense, intermediate students refining their technique, and competitors preparing for tournaments. The academy's motto, "Força, técnica e disciplina para a vida!" (Strength, technique and discipline for life!), reflects their holistic approach to Jiu-Jitsu training.

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
Rua Comendador Freixo, 59 - Vila Valença, São Vicente, SP
São Vicente, Santa Catarina, 11390-160, Brazil

**Phone:** +55 13 97407-7972

**Email:** equipetcjj@hotmail.com

**Website:** https://Www.tiochicojiujitsu.com.br

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

## Hours of Operation

- Monday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
## Pricing

## Instructors


### Valdir Marcos Alves Canuto - Black

**Role:** Head Instructor


### Jaudar

**Role:** Instructor


### Vinicius Pascoal

**Role:** Instructor


### Yago Canuto

**Role:** Instructor


## Programs

### Jiu-Jitsu Adulto

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional gi-based Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults, all levels welcome

**Classes:**

### No-Gi

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Submission grappling without the gi, similar to MMA training

**Classes:**

### Kids BJJ (4-7 anos)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Jiu-Jitsu program for young children ages 4-7

**Classes:**

### Kids BJJ (8-12 anos)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Jiu-Jitsu program for children ages 8-12

**Classes:**



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**Last Updated:** March 01, 2026

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