BJJ Gyms in Santa Cruz do Sul, Brazil

Academia Brazuka Jiu-Jitsu was founded in 1994 by Mestre Amauri do Espírito Santo dos Santos when he was transferred to Canoas, Rio Grande do Sul. What began with just two students in a small space quickly grew into a thriving martial arts community. The academy focuses on making authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu accessible to students of all economic backgrounds, emphasizing both sport and self-defense aspects including No-Gi training. Under the leadership of Mestre Amauri, an 8th degree black belt in Jiu-Jitsu, 6th Dan in Judo, and black belt in Luta Livre Esportiva, the academy has expanded significantly over the past three decades. The team now operates training locations across multiple Brazilian cities including Porto Alegre, Esteio, Barra do Ribeiro, Rio Pardo, Santa Cruz do Sul, Candelária, Estrela, Cachoeira do Sul, Santa Maria, Caçapava do Sul, and Pelotas, as well as international locations in the United States, France, and soon Canada. The academy's philosophy is rooted in the belief that "courage is the resistance and mastery of fear, not its absence." Brazuka Jiu-Jitsu prioritizes family values while maintaining a competitive training environment, recognizing that champions are developed through mutual support and dedication between training partners. The team welcomes students from all backgrounds and skill levels, fostering an inclusive community where practitioners can grow together.