# Christian Carvalho BJJ > Green Acres, United States ## Overview **Name:** Christian Carvalho BJJ **Description:** Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA is a premier mixed martial arts academy in Greenacres, Florida, offering world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Wrestling, and Self Defense. The gym provides a family-friendly training environment with programs for all ages, from Little Dragons (ages 3-5) to adult competition training. Led by Master Christian Carvalho, a Brazilian Submission Grappling "Luta Livre" Black Belt who has been training since 1986 and teaching since 1996, the academy emphasizes top-quality instruction across all martial arts disciplines. The coaching staff includes accomplished instructors such as Paulo Coelho (6th Degree Black Belt under Royler Gracie, World Champion), Randy Nash (3rd Degree Black Belt, 2020 IBJJF Worlds Master Champion), and Patricia Marca de Almeida (Pan IBJJF No-Gi Champion 2022, World IBJJF No-Gi Champion 2021). The gym operates as a private facility with class sizes limited to 16 students to ensure personalized attention and quality instruction. With programs ranging from kids' classes to advanced adult training, Christian Carvalho BJJ-MMA has built a reputation for developing champions while maintaining a disciplined yet fun training atmosphere. The academy offers specialized programs including Kids BJJ, Kids Kickboxing, Little Dragons, Girls Self Defense, Teens training, No-Gi Training, BJJ Gi Training, MMA Training, Kickboxing, and Combat Cardio. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 2234 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL 33415 Green Acres, VA 33415, United States **Phone:** (561) 828-1599 **Email:** info@carvalhobjjmma.com **Website:** https://www.carvalhobjjmma.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiancarvalhobjjmma/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristianCarvalhoBjjMma/ - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNOyhtA1HUnU0UG-i5LBhZg ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing ## Instructors ### Christian Castro de Carvalho - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** Master Christian Carvalho is a Brazilian Submission Grappling 'Luta Livre' Black Belt under Carlos Brunocilla from Rio De Janeiro. Training since 1986 and teaching since 1996, he brings over 30 years of martial arts expertise to the academy. ### Donnie Etienne - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Black Belt 3rd degree with 26 years in Law Enforcement. Multiple times IBJJF Champion. ### Franklin Ramirez - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu with MMA record of 4-4. NAGA Expert Champion and New Breed Expert Champion. ### Kevin Medina - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 4th Degree Black Belt in Judo and Brown Belt in Jiu-Jitsu, bringing expertise in traditional throwing and grappling arts. ### Patricia Marca de Almeida - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Accomplished competitor with multiple IBJJF championship titles in gi and no-gi divisions. ### Paulo Coelho - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 6th Degree Black Belt under Royler Gracie. World Championship gold medalist with multiple State and National Championship titles. ### Randy Nash - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** 3rd Degree Black Belt with extensive competition experience at the highest levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. ### Stanley Dorsainvil - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu with undefeated MMA record of 7-0. New Breed Expert Champion. ## Programs ### Little Dragons **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and disciplined martial arts program for ages 3-5, teaching foundational skills in a playful environment **Classes:** ### Kids BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Technical Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for ages 5-12, focusing on takedowns, positions, and submissions with training alongside national grappling champions **Classes:** ### Kids Kickboxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** High-energy kickboxing program teaching striking fundamentals, cardio, and discipline for children **Classes:** ### Teens BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program specifically designed for teenagers, building confidence and technical skills **Classes:** ### Girls Self Defense **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Specialized self-defense program for girls focusing on practical techniques and confidence building **Classes:** ### Adult BJJ Gi Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program focusing on core techniques in the gi **Classes:** ### Adult BJJ Gi Intermediate/Advanced **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced BJJ training for experienced practitioners looking to refine technique and develop competition skills **Classes:** ### Adult No-Gi Grappling **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-gi grappling program for all levels, focusing on submission wrestling and MMA-style grappling **Classes:** ### Adult MMA Training **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Complete mixed martial arts training combining striking, grappling, and conditioning for beginners through professionals ### Adult Kickboxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Intense cardiovascular kickboxing training focusing on striking techniques and conditioning **Classes:** ### Combat Cardio **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** High-intensity conditioning program combining martial arts movements with cardio training **Classes:** ### Judo **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Judo training focusing on throws, takedowns, and grappling fundamentals **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/virginia/green-acres/christian-carvalho-bjj)