The academy's training philosophy emphasizes technical excellence, live sparring, and continuous improvement. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is taught as both a self-defense martial art and combat sport, focusing on ground fighting techniques that enable practitioners to defend themselves regardless of size or strength. The curriculum accommodates all skill levels and ages, with dedicated programs for both children and adults. Training includes both gi and no-gi grappling, preparing students for sport tournaments, mixed martial arts competition, and real-world self-defense situations.
Professor Charles Anzalone is a distinguished black belt who received his rank from Master Ricardo De La Riva, making him the first and only American black belt under the legendary De La Riva. Anzalone's training journey began in Chicago under Grand Master Carlson Gracie Sr., where he lived and trained twice daily. His lineage traces through two of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's most influential figures: Carlson Gracie Sr. and Ricardo De La Riva. After Carlson Gracie's passing, Anzalone continued his development under Master de la Riva, who awarded him his black belt in August 2008. Professor Anzalone has also received degrees from Master Cyborg Abreu, further cementing his credentials in the BJJ community.
Buffalo, United States 14224
Head Instructor
Charles Anzalone
Black Belt
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Class Schedule
Monday (3 classes)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Kids program is designed to teach valuable life skills to your child through the art of jiu-jitsu. They will learn self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline, commitment, problem solving, goal setting, honesty, integrity, communication and many other skills to help them excel in life. Our kids don't get bullied and don't bully others.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Tuesday (2 classes)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Wednesday (3 classes)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Kids program is designed to teach valuable life skills to your child through the art of jiu-jitsu. They will learn self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline, commitment, problem solving, goal setting, honesty, integrity, communication and many other skills to help them excel in life. Our kids don't get bullied and don't bully others.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Friday (3 classes)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Kids program is designed to teach valuable life skills to your child through the art of jiu-jitsu. They will learn self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline, commitment, problem solving, goal setting, honesty, integrity, communication and many other skills to help them excel in life. Our kids don't get bullied and don't bully others.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Saturday (2 classes)
Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Kids program is designed to teach valuable life skills to your child through the art of jiu-jitsu. They will learn self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline, commitment, problem solving, goal setting, honesty, integrity, communication and many other skills to help them excel in life. Our kids don't get bullied and don't bully others.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
Sunday (1 class)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self defense martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting with the goal of ending a fight by gaining a dominant position from which to apply a submission hold. The art enables a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger assailant by using superior body positioning, leverage and technique. BJJ can be trained for self defense, sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition.
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Location & Directions
Street Address
22 French Lea Rd, Buffalo, NY, United States of America
City, Country, ZIP
Buffalo, United States 14224