Esdras Junior earned his black belt through a distinguished lineage tracing back to Mitsuyo Maeda → Carlos Gracie → Hélio Gracie → Carlson Gracie → Ricardo Delariva → Iliarde Santos. With over 16 years of experience in BJJ and Judo, he has competed internationally including in Belgium, and has notable victories over high-level competitors including Silvio Duran from Nova União and Ermilio Lima from Fight Sports, even ranking ahead of UFC fighter Rani Yahya in his division. The academy offers programs for Tiny Titans (ages 3-5), Youth BJJ, and Adults at all skill levels, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, family-friendly training environment.
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Class Schedule
Monday (3 classes)
Tiny Titans
Game-based BJJ program for children ages 3-5, focusing on coordination, listening skills, body awareness through engaging drills and activities.
Youth BJJ (Gi)
Comprehensive BJJ program for youth combining self-defense, athletic conditioning, and discipline. Includes both gi and no-gi training.
Adults BJJ (Gi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Tuesday (2 classes)
Youth BJJ (NoGi)
Comprehensive BJJ program for youth combining self-defense, athletic conditioning, and discipline. Includes both gi and no-gi training.
Adults BJJ (NoGi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Wednesday (3 classes)
Tiny Titans
Game-based BJJ program for children ages 3-5, focusing on coordination, listening skills, body awareness through engaging drills and activities.
Youth BJJ (Gi)
Comprehensive BJJ program for youth combining self-defense, athletic conditioning, and discipline. Includes both gi and no-gi training.
Adults BJJ (Gi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Thursday (2 classes)
Youth BJJ (NoGi)
Comprehensive BJJ program for youth combining self-defense, athletic conditioning, and discipline. Includes both gi and no-gi training.
Adults BJJ (NoGi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Friday (3 classes)
Adults BJJ (Gi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Youth BJJ (Gi)
Comprehensive BJJ program for youth combining self-defense, athletic conditioning, and discipline. Includes both gi and no-gi training.
Adults BJJ (Gi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
Saturday (1 class)
Adults BJJ (Gi)
Complete Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program for adults of all levels. Includes gi and no-gi classes focusing on technique, live training, and personal development.
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Location & Directions
Street Address
3527 W Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Location
Phoenix, WV 85053, United States