# Curucuruland BJJ - Canada > Chilliwack, Canada ## Overview **Name:** Curucuruland BJJ - Canada **Description:** Brasil Wellness Center was founded in 2011 by husband-and-wife team Dean Toews and Roberta Cruz-Toews in Aldergrove, British Columbia. The center uniquely combines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Hatha Yoga under one roof, offering a holistic approach to wellness that addresses both physical fitness and mental well-being. Operating as a Curucuruland BJJ affiliate under Professor Rodrigo Pagani, the academy provides world-class instruction rooted in authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lineage. Head instructor Dean Toews holds a black belt personally awarded by Saulo Ribeiro and brings extensive international training experience from Brazil, including ongoing programs at Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu in Niterói and Curucuruland BJJ. His competition resume is impressive, with medals at IBJJF Pan American Championships, Seattle Open, and international tournaments in Brazil and Europe. Dean's teaching methodology emphasizes both technical excellence and character development, fostering an environment where students learn discipline, respect, and confidence alongside effective self-defense skills. The academy offers comprehensive programming for all ages and skill levels, including kids self-defense and bully-proofing classes (ages 7-12), teens and adults BJJ, women-only classes, No-Gi submission grappling, Muay Thai/kickboxing, wrestling, and yoga instruction led by certified instructor Roberta Toews-Cruz. The training philosophy emphasizes the freedom to fail as essential for growth, being a good training partner, humility, and consistency as the key to long-term success. With classes throughout the week and a welcoming community atmosphere, Brasil Wellness Center serves as both a high-performance training facility and a supportive environment for personal development. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 3092 272nd Street, Aldergrove, BC V4W 3P9, Canada Chilliwack V4W 3P9, Canada **Phone:** 778.908.2472 **Email:** stratdean@hotmail.com **Website:** https://www.brasilwellnesscenter.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curucurulandbjj_can/ - Facebook: https://facebook.com/Brasil-Wellness-Center-Aldergrove-Jiu-Jitsu-Yoga-Kids-Bully-Proofing-436296916460882/ ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Thursday: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - Friday: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing, Yoga ## Instructors ### Dean Toews - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt (Awarded personally by Saulo Ribeiro). Extensive training history includes Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu in Niterói, Brazil (2012-present) with Prof. Rodrigo Pagani, University of Jiu Jitsu San Diego (2012-2020) with Saulo and Xande Ribeiro, and Gracie Tijuca in Rio de Janeiro with Prof. Vinicius Aieta. Also holds a Sambo Blue Belt (2006) and completed multiple Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu Instructor courses including kids program and kettlebell training with Steve Cotter. ### Roberta Cruz-Toews **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor and co-founder of Brasil Wellness Center. Brings expertise in yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation to complement the martial arts programs. ## Programs ### Kids Self Defense & Bully Proofing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Comprehensive self-defense program for children combining verbal self-defense, kickboxing, and ground-fighting Jiu Jitsu. Focuses on bully-proofing, anti-abduction skills, and character development through respect, confidence, discipline, and control. **Classes:** ### Fundamentals BJJ **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program focusing on fundamental techniques, positions, and self-defense. Perfect for those new to martial arts or BJJ. **Classes:** ### Intermediate/Advanced BJJ **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for experienced practitioners. Focus on complex techniques, strategy, and competition preparation. **Classes:** ### No-Gi Submission Grappling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Submission wrestling without the gi, incorporating techniques from wrestling, BJJ, and MMA. Fast-paced grappling focused on control and submissions. **Classes:** ### All Levels BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Mixed-level Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class welcoming all belt ranks. Great for skill development through training with diverse experience levels. **Classes:** ### Competition Training **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Focused training for competitive grapplers. High-intensity drilling, live sparring, and tournament preparation. **Classes:** ### Women's Only Jiu Jitsu **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes exclusively for women in a supportive, comfortable environment. --- **Last Updated:** March 17, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/canada/chilliwack/curucuruland-bjj-canada)