# CT Open VT Team > Cascavel, Brazil ## Overview **Name:** CT Open VT Team **Description:** CT Open VT Team is a martial arts training center in the Parque Verde neighborhood of Cascavel, Paraná, led by Professor Adriano Alves Antunes. The gym is part of the VT Team, under the leadership of Professor Valdecir Tegoni, one of Paraná's most respected BJJ organizations. Professor Adriano Alves Antunes is a second-degree black belt with an impressive competitive record spanning nearly two decades. Born in Vacaria, Rio Grande do Sul, Adriano began his BJJ journey in late 2006 under Professor Rodrigo Poderoso, training through purple belt. He then continued his development under Professor Mário Reis, earning his brown and black belts. In 2022, he received his first-degree black belt from Professor Valdecir Tegoni, and achieved his second degree in 2025 after five years with VT Team. With over 440 competitions throughout his career, Adriano's achievements include three Paraná state championships, eight Copa Paraná and Copa Cascavel titles, South-Brazilian champion (gi and no-gi), 3rd place at the 2024 IBJJF World Championship, 2019 Pan-American champion, Abu Dhabi Grand Slam runner-up, 2023 Copa Pódio champion, and multiple CBJJ Open and AJP titles. In 2025, he was awarded the prestigious "Osmar Xiquinho Zimmermann" Medal of Sports Honor by the Cascavel Municipal Chamber for his contributions to martial arts. CT Open VT Team offers a comprehensive martial arts program including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (gi and no-gi), Muay Thai, and Boxing. The academy provides training for all skill levels in a professional environment focused on technical development, competition preparation, and personal growth through martial arts. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** Rua Itaúba 669, Bairro Parque Verde, Cascavel, Pr, Brasil Cascavel, São Paulo, 85807, Brazil **Website:** https://www.instagram.com/ctopenartesmarciais?igsh=MWgwZDNzYjZicWFyMg== **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctopenartesmarciais ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Thursday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Friday: 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Saturday: Closed - Sunday: Closed ## Instructors ### Adriano Alves Antunes - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Adriano Alves Antunes is a second-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with nearly two decades of competitive excellence. Born on January 28, 1988, in Vacaria, Rio Grande do Sul, he began training in late 2006 under Professor Rodrigo Poderoso, progressing through purple belt. He continued under Professor Mário Reis, earning brown and black belts, and received his first-degree black belt from Professor Valdecir Tegoni in 2022. With over 440 competitions throughout his career, Adriano has established himself as one of Paraná's top competitors. His achievements include three Paraná state championships, eight Copa Paraná and Copa Cascavel titles, South-Brazilian champion (gi and no-gi), 3rd place at the 2024 IBJJF World Championship, 2019 Pan-American champion, Abu Dhabi Grand Slam runner-up, 2023 Copa Pódio champion, and multiple CBJJ Open and AJP titles. In 2025, Adriano was honored with the "Osmar Xiquinho Zimmermann" Medal of Sports Honor by the Cascavel Municipal Chamber in recognition of his contributions to martial arts and athlete development. He currently leads CT Open VT Team in Cascavel, Paraná, as part of the VT Team organization under Professor Valdecir Tegoni. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training with the gi. Classes focus on technique, positional control, submissions, and competition preparation. Suitable for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, focusing on wrestling-based techniques, leg locks, and submission grappling. Ideal for MMA preparation and modern submission grappling competition. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Traditional Thai boxing focusing on striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Classes include pad work, bag training, and conditioning. **Classes:** ### Boxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Western boxing training focusing on punching techniques, footwork, defense, and ring strategy. Great for fitness and self-defense. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 17, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/brazil/sao-paulo/cascavel/ct-open-vt-team)