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Adapt Jiu-Jitsu

Adapt Jiu-Jitsu was founded on the belief that world-class training and real-world impact can, and should, go hand in hand. Founded by Professor Bruno Lopes, a Brazilian-born, IBJJF-certified black belt with over 15 years of experience, Adapt brings elite instruction to Herriman, Utah. Bruno earned his black belt under Pedro Sauer black belts Thiago Bertoni and John McKean and has trained with top practitioners like Richie Martinez. The gym's instructors bring backgrounds in MMA, collegiate wrestling, and competition at the highest levels of grappling. Adapt's curriculum follows the "Adapt 4 Pillars" methodology—Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi), No-Gi grappling, self-defense, and anti-bullying programs. The gym blends IBJJF fundamentals with modern sport techniques while honoring the original 36 Gracie self-defense moves taught in Brazil in the 1950s. Programs are designed to be accessible to everyone, whether students are training for competition, personal growth, or practical self-defense skills. The gym's teaching staff includes Bruno Lopes (Head Professor), TJ Mitchell (No-Gi Coach), Klay Browning (Wrestling Coach), Samson Phommabout (No-Gi Head Professor), Jestin Icasiano (BJJ Professor), and Cody Bunderson (Affiliate Professor). Through The Adapt Foundation, a nonprofit initiative, the gym provides free training to underprivileged youth, military members, veterans, law enforcement, and Section 8 housing residents.

Adas Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Welcome to Gentle Art Dojo Northshore (also known as Adas Jiu-Jitsu Academy), your premier destination for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai in Peabody, Massachusetts. At our dojo, we are dedicated to providing top-notch instruction that not only enhances your physical skills but also empowers you with the confidence and knowledge to protect yourself in any situation. We offer comprehensive programs for all ages and skill levels, including specialized kids programs (Pre-K, ages 4-6, ages 6-8, and ages 8-12), teens, and adults. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program emphasizes the fundamentals of the gentle art, while our Muay Thai classes provide excellent striking training. The academy is led by experienced instructors who are committed to creating a welcoming, family-friendly environment where students can develop their martial arts skills, build confidence, and become part of a supportive community.

Adg Jiu-Jitsu

ADG Jiu-Jitsu in Smyrna, Tennessee offers comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for students of all ages and skill levels. Founded by Efraim Zeferino, who was born in Mexico City and moved to Smyrna where he transformed his life through Jiu-Jitsu under the guidance of Michael Westcott. Efraim has earned multiple accolades in his career and is now committed to giving back by sharing his passion for the sport. The academy features a state-of-the-art training facility with spacious and safe mat areas, high-quality training equipment, clean changing rooms and lockers, a viewing area for supporters, and an on-site pro shop for gear and apparel. ADG Jiu-Jitsu provides a welcoming environment perfect for students of all ages and skill levels to learn and grow. ADG offers specialized programs including the Little Samurai Course for kids aged 5-7, focusing on fun and engaging activities that instill honor and discipline; the Junior Samurai Program for ages 8-13, which takes honor and discipline to the next level with deeper strategies and techniques; Adult Jiu-Jitsu Classes suitable for all levels focusing on mastering techniques, boosting fitness, and building mental strength; and exclusive Ladies-Only Jiu-Jitsu classes providing a supportive and empowering environment for women of all skill levels. Head instructor Professor Efraim Zeferino is known for being patient, attentive, and hands-on, ensuring every student receives clear instruction and personalized guidance.

Adilson Team Caio Terra Barra Do Garças

Caio Terra Association Barra do Garças is a traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school that has been serving the Vale do Araguaia region since 1995. As part of the prestigious Caio Terra Association, founded by 12-time world champion Caio Terra, the academy delivers world-class instruction designed personally by one of BJJ's most decorated competitors. The academy operates from Academia Moviment in the heart of Barra do Garças, offering both gi and no-gi training programs. Classes are held Monday through Friday at 8:00 PM, providing a convenient schedule for students looking to train in the evening. The school is committed to not just developing skilled athletes, but also better humans who are capable of fighting without giving up and making quick and accurate decisions. As an affiliate of the Caio Terra Association, students benefit from a detailed curriculum path that emphasizes fundamentals and team philosophy. The association has more than 50 schools nationally and internationally, from Brazil to countries around the world, creating a global community of practitioners. The school's philosophy centers on working together to improve students and their communities through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, maintaining the high standards that have made Caio Terra one of the most respected names in the sport.

Adjust Jiu-Jitsu Academy

The idea of fine-tuning techniques, adapting to different situations, and making necessary adjustments during training and competitions is a pervasive theme that reflects the dynamic nature of Jiu-Jitsu. Practitioners constantly refine their skills and strategies to overcome new challenges. The name Adjust promotes improvement and progress, which aligns with the achievement of life ambitions and is a core value of our academy. Become comfortable with distance management, create frames to deal with pressure, and develop the timing needed to reverse or submit an opponent in the training environment or in an unavoidable self-defense situation. Aside from being a martial art, it is also quite therapeutic. Training is the perfect wrinkle in time to forget all of life’s problems.

Adrian Vasquez BJJ

Balance Mixed Martial Arts is a premier martial arts academy located in Duarte, California, offering comprehensive training programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi grappling, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Judo, and Boxing. The academy is led by Professor Adrian Vasquez, a highly accomplished third-degree black belt who received his black belt in December 2013 under Freddy Sabbatini and Team Cia Paulista. In September 2018, Adrian joined Team Alliance under Rubens "Cobrinha" Charles, bringing world-class training standards to the Balance MMA community. The academy's coaching staff includes an impressive roster of experienced instructors. Professor Gilbert Ramirez, a fourth-degree black belt with over two decades of dedication to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, trained under renowned figures including the Machado Brothers, Wander Braga, and Rodrigo Medeiros. He also holds a brown belt in Judo and has earned silver medals at major IBJJF competitions. Diana Rogel, a brown belt, specializes in coaching the kids and toddler BJJ programs. The team also includes Coach Steven Hoang (purple belt) for kids BJJ, Micah Giron (brown belt under Craig Turner) for No-Gi, Spencer Augustine (black belt in Judo who competed internationally and at the U.S. National Championships), Malik Cano (youth yellow belt and accomplished competitor), and Andy Bocanegra (2023 Southern California State Champion Boxer) for kickboxing instruction. Balance MMA offers a structured progression system for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students, taking practitioners from white belt through black belt with a focus on action/reaction principles and maximum efficiency. The academy provides specialized programs for all ages and skill levels, including Toddler BJJ (ages 3-5), Kids BJJ (ages 6-14), Kids Kickboxing (ages 5-14), adult Gi and No-Gi classes, Muay Thai/Kickboxing, and Judo. With over 1200 square feet of mat space, five heavy bags, and plenty of free parking, Balance MMA provides a professional training environment for students pursuing fitness, competition, or personal development goals.

AEJJ - ACADEMIA DE JIU JITSU

A história da AEJJ - Academia e Escola de Jiu-Jitsu começa no ano de 2017, fundada pelos professores Guilherme Nazareth "Jabá" e Igor Gatto, com o objetivo em comum de propagar com qualidade o ensino e prática do Jiu Jitsu na região de Coronel Fabriciano, Minas Gerais. Guilherme Nazareth começou a praticar Jiu Jitsu no início de 2009 na academia Gracie Barra Pitbull Vale do Aço, sob a tutela do Professor Phelippe Lira, oriundo de Teresópolis - RJ. Foi graduado desde a faixa branca até a preta em dezembro de 2016, demonstrando dedicação e evolução técnica ao longo dos anos. Igor Gatto iniciou sua jornada no Jiu Jitsu em 2010, aos 16 anos, também na academia Gracie Barra PitBull Vale do Aço em Coronel Fabriciano. Sob orientação do Professor Phelippe Lira, foi graduado desde a faixa branca até a preta em dezembro de 2018. É registrado como atleta e diplomado como Faixa Preta pela Confederação Brasileira de Jiu Jitsu (CBJJ) e International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), trazendo credenciais internacionalmente reconhecidas para a academia.

Aeon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

AEON Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a London-based academy established to cultivate and nurture recreational, amateur, and professional athletes on their quest for excellence in all areas of life. The name 'Aeon' comes from Greek and Latin, meaning an immeasurable period of time and representing a class of powers created to perform various functions in the universe. At AEON, everyone is equal and the academy is only as strong as each member, regardless of level, age, or social status. What sets AEON apart from other clubs is the focus on the psychological aspect of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy believes that a strong mindset is just as important as a strong body. The training environment has been created to support and nurture everyone equally, with core values centered on creating a safe space where everyone is accepted, loved, and viewed as integral to the growth of the club. The academy is led with integrity, respect, and strength, emphasizing evolution and continuous improvement both on and off the mats. Head coach Eamonn Madden holds black belts in both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. He is also a director of two organizations: one working with corporations and Olympic athletes to improve business results, and Inspirational Youth, a social enterprise working with at-risk young people. The coaching team also includes Tariq (black belt BJJ), Dee (brown belt BJJ with competition experience including gold at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2018), and Mel (blue belt, wellbeing officer). The academy offers programs for both adults and youth (ages 5+), with classes ranging from fundamentals to advanced levels in both gi and no-gi formats.

Afrobraz Jiu-Jitsu

Afrobraz Jiu-Jitsu, located in Montreal's Mile-Ex neighborhood, is led by head instructor Francois KB (Buscapé), a black belt awarded in 2020 by Leonardo "Cascão" Saggioro. Buscapé began his BJJ journey with the Brazilian Top Team under Fabio Holanda, and has since achieved numerous international podium finishes in competitions across Canada. His training includes extensive time at the Cantagalo Jiu-Jitsu social project in Rio de Janeiro, where he trained alongside world champions like Douglas Rufino. The academy's teaching philosophy is uniquely influenced by Buscapé's background in Capoeira, emphasizing sport as a tool for personal development and helping students reveal their best selves. Afrobraz focuses on core values of respect, discipline, and perseverance, teaching students to handle failure, solve problems under pressure, and work towards long-term goals. Beyond technical BJJ training in grappling and submission techniques including chokes and joint locks, the academy provides life lessons applicable far beyond the mat. Buscapé is also the founder of the Afrobraz Project, a social initiative supporting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing their dreams. Through his partnership with Douglas Rufino and the Cantagalo project, Afrobraz maintains strong connections to the Brazilian BJJ community while serving Montreal's diverse population with multilingual instruction in French, English, and Portuguese.

Aftermath BJJ

Aftermath Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a premier martial arts academy in Poway, California, dedicated to empowering the community through quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction. Led by Professor Jason Cook, a black belt who earned his rank in August 2020 from his instructor Michael Cusi, the gym has been providing expert instruction since 2015. Professor Jason serves as the Head Instructor and continues to train under Professor Mike, bringing his passion for Jiu Jitsu to students of all ages and skill levels. The academy offers comprehensive BJJ programs for the entire family, including specialized classes for Mighty Mites (ages 3-5), Kids programs (ages 6-13), and Adult/Teen classes in both Gi and No-Gi formats. Training focuses on building confidence while learning effective self-defense techniques. Professor Jason's favorite submissions are the Guillotine and D'arce chokes, and he brings hands-on coaching, inspirational mentorship, and earnest accountability to help students achieve their goals. Aftermath BJJ also participates in the Adopt A Cop BJJ program, a nonprofit initiative that provides free training for active duty police officers until they reach blue belt. With a supportive community atmosphere and classes running from early morning through evening on weekdays, Aftermath BJJ welcomes practitioners from novices to experienced belt holders in their journey through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

AG Jiu-Jitsu Academy

AG Jiu-Jitsu Academy is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school located in Fayetteville, Georgia, at the Trilith community. Founded by Adam Gordinier, a 3rd degree black belt with over 20 years of experience, the academy offers a holistic approach to health and fitness, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Adam received his black belt from world-class martial artist Renato Magno and his brown belt from renowned practitioner Eddie Bravo. Training under such acclaimed yet stylistically different masters has helped him develop a highly technical and accessible brand of jiu-jitsu, combining modern techniques with solid fundamentals and a strong emphasis on wrestling. An active competitor, Adam also works with actors and stunt-performers, having choreographed fight scenes for Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. One of his proudest accomplishments is developing a program with Sea Change Recovery, using jiu-jitsu as a tool for addiction recovery. The academy provides a warm and welcoming environment where jiu-jitsu serves not just as a sport, but as a community. With programs for kids (ages 4-14), adults, and women's-only classes, AG Jiu-Jitsu Academy creates a safe space for people to learn martial arts, build confidence, and develop problem-solving skills under pressure.

Escola de Jiu-Jitsu Brasileiro localizada no centro de Indaiatuba, São Paulo. Academia dedicada ao ensino da arte suave, promovendo o desenvolvimento técnico e pessoal através do Jiu-Jitsu.

AJJ - Kings MMA

Kings MMA is a premier mixed martial arts gym in Ringwood East, Victoria, founded in 2015 by professional fighter and coach Hoshi Friedrich. The gym was established with a vision of creating well-rounded athletes skilled in all elements of MMA, offering comprehensive training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts. The gym's philosophy focuses on skill development over fitness, with the belief that conditioning is a natural side effect of proper training. Kings MMA provides a quality-over-quantity training environment that is welcoming to both beginners and experienced fighters. The team emphasizes building connections, confidence, and helping members exceed their own expectations through dedicated coaching and a supportive community atmosphere. Head coach Hoshi Friedrich brings over 10 years of professional fighting experience to his teaching. A lifelong martial artist who started Karate at age three, Hoshi earned his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt from Professor Thiago Stefanutti at Onya Academia in São Paulo, Brazil. He also holds a black belt in Karate (Go Hean Ju Ryu, Shotokan) and is a registered professional trainer, matchmaker, and promoter with the Boxing and Combat Sports Board Victoria. Coach Amy Friedrich, an active competitor since 2014, brings extensive competition experience including Pan Pacific and Australian championship titles, along with her qualifications in health and fitness training.

AJJ Apex Jiu-Jitsu

APEX Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Sterling, Virginia, is a premier martial arts training facility offering elite instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi grappling, wrestling, kickboxing, boxing, and MMA. The academy provides comprehensive training for all ages and skill levels, from preschoolers (ages 3-6) to adults, with specialized programs designed to develop technical proficiency, physical fitness, and mental discipline. APEX emphasizes both traditional Gi training and modern No-Gi techniques, giving students a well-rounded grappling foundation suitable for competition, self-defense, or personal development. The academy is led by an elite coaching team with world-class credentials. Head instructor Shane Jamil Hill-Taylor is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over 20 years of experience, multiple IBJJF world titles, and competed in the prestigious 2019 ADCC tournament. Coach John Brattelli holds the #1 global ranking in No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu through the IBJJF with over 10 International Open titles, and brings 26 years of Boxing and Kickboxing experience including a 2015 world championship. Coach Dan Scanlan is an NCAA National Champion wrestler (2012) with 17 years of coaching experience, having trained over 20 Virginia State Champions and multiple national titleholders. APEX offers a diverse program structure including fundamentals and advanced Jiu-Jitsu classes, competition training, marathon rolling sessions, youth and adult kickboxing, and an introductory MMA program. Classes run 6 days per week with morning, afternoon, and evening sessions to accommodate various schedules. The academy emphasizes a supportive, safe training environment where students develop practical self-defense skills, improve fitness, and build confidence. New students can start with a free trial class, and kickboxing students receive complimentary boxing gloves and shin pads upon enrollment.

AJJMT

Alpha Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai (AJJMT) was founded in 2017 by professors Antônio Neto, Alex William, and Ricardo Costa, emerging from the solid foundation of Gracie Barra Paraíba. The gym's roots trace back to the pioneering work of professor Luis Barbosa, who brought jiu-jitsu to Paraíba in 1990 from Rio de Janeiro. The lineage flows through the Gracie family legacy (Carlos Gracie → Hélio Gracie → Carlson Gracie → Gutenberg Melo → Mário Sukata → Key Pessoa), representing decades of dedication to preserving the art's essence and technical excellence. The academy employs a proprietary methodology designed to facilitate learning for both adults and children across all martial arts disciplines. Alpha's training philosophy emphasizes technical excellence, personal development, and preserving the legacy built over decades in the Paraíba jiu-jitsu community. The team is committed to contributing to the evolution and personal well-being of students, strengthening both spirit and body through martial arts. The instruction team is led by founder Antônio Neto (3rd degree black belt) and co-founder Ricardo Costa (2nd degree black belt, specialist in self-defense). Additional instructors include Jordaneis Júnior (black belt, kids jiu-jitsu specialist), Fabrício Marinho (brown belt, no-gi specialist), Pedro Henrique (purple belt, physical conditioning specialist), and Maria Rafaela (purple belt, women's jiu-jitsu instructor). The academy maintains strong connections to its Gracie Barra heritage and the broader development of martial arts in northeastern Brazil.