# Everyone Jiu-Jitsu > Hollywood, United States ## Overview **Name:** Everyone Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Everyone Jiu-Jitsu (EVR1 BJJ) has been proudly serving Cooper City and Miami Shores since 2019, dedicated to changing lives one person at a time through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, education, and coaching. The academy operates two locations with a world-class team of instructors who have competed at the highest levels internationally. The training philosophy at Everyone Jiu-Jitsu is built on the belief that martial arts can be for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. The academy provides a safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members, creating an environment where individuals can achieve, develop, and succeed in their personal goals. The realistic and practical approach to teaching enables every member to achieve greatness and live their best life. Professor Marcos Escobar, a 6th degree black belt under Master Leo Castello Branco (Carlson Gracie lineage), leads the academy alongside Professor Luiz Fernandes, a 4th degree black belt. Escobar is a 2x World Masters Champion and 2x No-Gi Worlds Champion with a professional MMA record of 2-0-0. Professor Fernandes is a former Brazilian National Wrestling Team member, 10x Brazilian National Wrestling Champion, and Pan Games Silver Medalist who trained under Master Andre Pederneiras at Nova Uniao. The coaching staff also includes Instructor Nick Veloso, a dedicated blue belt 4 degrees who demonstrates exceptional leadership and technical growth. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 2585 N Hiatus Rd,, FL 33026, United States Hollywood, FL 33026, United States **Phone:** +1 (754) 203-6645 **Email:** info@everyonebjj.com **Website:** https://www.everyonebjj.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonebjj/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everyonebjj/ ## Instructors ### Luiz Fernandes - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt 4th Degree under Master Andre Pederneiras at Nova Uniao. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, received black belt in Judo from sensei Auri Marcos Brito. Former Brazilian National Wrestling Team member specializing in Greco-Roman style. Decided to merge into Jiu-Jitsu in early 2000 after successful wrestling career. ### Marcos Escobar - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Marcos Escobar was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on the 19th of March, 1976. When growing up, Marcos had always been a sporty person, practicing several activites such as water polo and even kung fu. However, in the early 1990’s, after the Jiu Jitsu vs. Luta Livre challenge and the first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu national tournament (in 1993) a big wave of interest started surrounding the sport, something that didn’t escape Marcos’s keen eye. He asked for information about BJJ to a good friend that was a purple belt at the time, and made his decision. By the beginning of 1994 Escobar started doing Jiu Jitsu leaving water polo and kung fu behind. Marco’s first instructor was Leo Castello Branco, a famous black belt from the Alliance academy. Escobar stayed faithful to his master through the years, even after Castello Branco split from the Alliance team in the early 2000’s. Escobar also became interested in wrestling, making the double leg takedown his weapon of choice when standing. He decided to test his stand up skills on many competitions in both judo and wrestling achieving several important medals in those sports such as a wrestling state championship in 2002, bronze medal at the Brazilian Wrestling Nationals and a University Judo Games gold medal in 1998. In December 2000 Marcos Escobar received his long awaited black belt from the hands of Leonardo Castello Branco. He also finished a degree in Physical Education in 2001, shortly after he competed (and won) the ADCC in the under 74kg category. This was a tournament running parallel to the standard ADCC competition for fighters of Arabic origin (Escobar is of Lebanese descent). The tournament ran under the same rules and prize money as the original ADCC. In 2003 Marcos Escobar moved to Sao Paulo for work reasons where he had the opportunity to train under Leo Vieira , he was there until 2005, time when he accepted an invitation to teach BJJ at Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. In KL Escobar started coaching BJJ at the Crush MMA Center – later moving to Leverage Combat Academy, HQ of MEBJJ Association in Asia. In late 2011 Marcos Escobar started focussing on an MMA career choosing to train with one of the best MMA coaches in the world, Dede Pederneiras and his Nova Uniao Team, one of the best MMA academies in the world. Official website: escobarbjj.com Marcos Escobar vs Makoto Ogasawara ### Nick Veloso - Blue **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Blue Belt 4 Degrees under Professors Marcos Escobar and Luiz Fernandes at EVR1 Jiu-Jitsu. Active member of the EVR1 team, consistently demonstrating dedication, technical growth, and leadership on and off the mats. Journey reflects the core values of discipline, respect, and teamwork that define the EVR1 philosophy. ## Programs ### Tiny Champs **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Preschool BJJ program for ages 3-4. Perfect blend of building gross motor skills and having tons of fun. Gives little ones the tools they need to prepare for school and life. **Classes:** ### Mini Champs **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Preschool/Kids BJJ program for ages 5-6. Perfect blend of gross motor skills, personal development, and character enrichment. Gives children an edge when they enter a busy school setting. **Classes:** ### Little Champs **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Kids BJJ program for ages 7-9. Perfect blend of self-defense and fun. Teaches children how to protect themselves while learning coordination, focus, discipline, confidence, and perseverance. **Classes:** ### Juniors Champs **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Juniors BJJ program for ages 10-12. Develops confidence and street smarts that will stay with them for life. Teaches proper training and form to protect themselves. **Classes:** ### Teen BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Teen BJJ program for ages 13-15. Ultimate tech alternative that gets teens active and engaged. Combines confidence-raising fitness and life-changing self defense, keeping teen wellness and happiness in mind. **Classes:** ### Adult BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for ages 16+. Perfect mix of self-defense and real-world applications. Transforms physique while crushing fitness goals, all while learning useful and practical self-defense skills. **Classes:** ### No-Gi **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-Gi grappling program for intermediate students (1 stripe and up). Focuses on submission grappling without the gi. **Classes:** ### Yoga **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Yoga classes to complement BJJ training, improve flexibility, and aid recovery. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/florida/hollywood/everyone-jiu-jitsu)