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Carlson Gracie New Zealand

Carlson Gracie New Zealand Queenstown is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy specializing in self-defense martial arts and combat sports based on grappling, ground fighting, and submission holds. Part of the renowned Carlson Gracie lineage, the academy offers top-notch BJJ classes for both beginners and experienced practitioners in a supportive environment. The academy provides comprehensive training programs including Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, women-only classes, fundamentals courses, and specialized kids programs for ages 5 and up. Their expert instructors focus on building strength, improving technique, and boosting confidence through high-quality training in world-class grappling. Led by head instructor Jose Gomes, the academy maintains the Carlson Gracie tradition of technical excellence and competitive spirit. The facility offers classes seven days a week, with programs tailored for different age groups and skill levels, from beginner fundamentals to advanced competition training.

Carlson Gracie North Shore

Staley Martial Arts is a proud member of the Carlson Gracie Team, one of the most respected names in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As an official Carlson Gracie Team school, Staley is directly sponsored by Carlson Gracie Jr., grandson of the creator of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy benefits from periodic seminars taught by Carlson Gracie Jr. himself at no additional cost to students, providing direct access to world-class instruction and the prestigious Carlson Gracie lineage. Located in Wilmette on Chicago's North Shore, Staley Martial Arts offers comprehensive training programs for both youth and adults. The academy specializes in Carlson Gracie Team Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with a curriculum rooted in the renowned Gracie family tradition, emphasizing effective techniques for real-world application. In addition to BJJ, the academy offers Muay Thai training, known as the "Art of Eight Limbs," which blends striking techniques with clinching and grappling. All BJJ instructors are high-level Carlson Gracie Team athletes with extensive teaching experience. The academy's training philosophy blends physical fitness with mental fortitude and practical self-defense skills, fostering confidence, discipline, and personal growth. Staley provides a supportive environment where practitioners of all levels can thrive, from beginners building their foundation to advanced students honing competition skills. Programs include youth leadership development (ages 4-13), adult fundamentals classes, unlimited martial arts access, women's self-defense seminars, and birthday party options.

Carlson Gracie São Paulo Capital is an official affiliate of the prestigious Carlson Gracie Team, one of the most renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu lineages in the world. The academy is led by experienced instructors Guilherme Assad Teixeira and Guilherme Bulhões, who collectively bring over 30 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The academy's philosophy emphasizes learning directly from authentic sources and experiencing the transformative power that Jiu-Jitsu provides. As an official Carlson Gracie Team school, they maintain the traditional values and technical excellence that have made the Carlson Gracie lineage famous worldwide. Located in the Aclimação neighborhood of São Paulo, the academy offers both Gi and No-Gi training, welcoming students of all levels who want to experience authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction from highly experienced professors within the Carlson Gracie Team system.

Carlson Gracie Switzerland

Carlson Gracie Zürich is a premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Wallisellen, just 9 minutes from Zürich HB by train. The gym offers authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the Carlson Gracie lineage, with a modern facility featuring large mat space, changing rooms, showers, and comprehensive fitness equipment. Free parking is available. The academy is led by Professor Felipe Pereira da Silva, a 4th degree black belt who was promoted by Professor Gutenberg Melo (direct student of Master Carlson Gracie Senior) in 2010. Felipe received his 1st Dan in 2013, 2nd Dan in 2016, 3rd Dan in 2019, and 4th Dan in 2024 directly from Carlson Gracie Junior. He has competed successfully throughout Europe and Asia, winning titles including NOGI European Champion 2016, German National Champion 2018, and 2nd place at Asia Open 2018 in Tokyo. The training philosophy emphasizes technical Jiu-Jitsu with rules and discipline, focusing on strengthening body and mind without injury. The gym maintains a respectful environment where experienced fighters help beginners develop. About 80% of students train as a hobby for stress relief, while 20% compete in tournaments. The team has achieved outstanding results at major competitions including 1st place at Zurich Open IBJJF (NO-GI), Switzerland National Pro AJP (GI), and numerous victories throughout 2024-2025. Students from Carlson Gracie Zürich compete successfully worldwide and can also train at the team's academy in Recife, Brazil.

Carlson Gracie Team At Triple Crown Athletic

Triple Crown Athletic (TCA) is Northern Kentucky's elite fitness ecosystem located in Walton, KY. Family-owned and operated by Damian Tanenbaum, Dustin Winterhalt, and Josh McMullen, TCA offers a complete training destination for athletes of all ages and skill levels. As an official Carlson Gracie Team affiliate, Triple Crown Athletic provides world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction under Coral Belt Master Carlson Gracie Jr. The academy is home to seven black belts from diverse lineages, offering unique perspectives and comprehensive instruction in both gi and no-gi grappling. TCA's comprehensive programs include CrossFit and Functional Fitness for strength and conditioning, Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (both gi and no-gi), Cardio Striking/Kickboxing, and Stunt Fight classes. The facility has been featured on YouTube in productions including Daisy Fresh Style Camp, Tom Hardy Jiu-Jitsu, BiJitsu Podcast, The A Game Podcast, and the feature film Censor Addiction. The owners travel globally to teach seminars, attend camps, cross-train, and learn from top professors, bringing back knowledge to elevate their students and community. The family-friendly facility is fully equipped with a kids' area, four restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. TCA hosts events across affiliations and offers a unique academy affiliate program for those looking to join a world-class training environment.

Carlson Gracie Wine Country

Carlson Gracie Wine Country Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was founded in January 2017 and is now co-owned by Asa Russell and Salvatore Spinelli, who became sole proprietors in January 2023. The academy is part of the prestigious Carlson Gracie lineage, carrying on the legacy of one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's most influential families. Located in the Redhawk Business Park in Temecula, California, the gym serves the surrounding communities including Murrieta, Lake Village, Rainbow, and Fallbrook. The academy offers a welcoming environment that balances competitive training with a positive, ego-free atmosphere. Students train not just to become skilled martial artists, but to build lasting friendships and grow as individuals. The school's teaching philosophy focuses on personalized instruction with a favorable coach-to-student ratio, ensuring that every member receives individual attention and tailored guidance toward their goals—whether that's competition success, self-defense skills, personal fitness, or building confidence. The coaching staff is led by Professor Asa Russell and Professor Salvatore Spinelli, both 1st Degree Black Belts under Tom Cronin in the Carlson Gracie lineage. Professor Asa is a retired Marine with 25 years of service who trained under multiple distinguished instructors including Vitor Ribeiro, Nicholas Walters, Gustavo Machado, and Ricardo Guimaraes. Professor Sal is an active competitor with expertise in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and additional black belt instruction in Wing Chun and Filipino Martial Arts (Kali/Arnis/Eskrima). Both instructors are dedicated to providing quality fundamental instruction in a safe, positive, and enriching atmosphere.

Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Manila brings world-class grappling instruction to the Philippines. Rooted in Japan, the Carpe Diem team has produced several champions and has spread throughout the world including Korea, London, Singapore, and now Manila. The gym is part of the renowned Carpe Diem family, known for developing elite competitors and fostering a strong training culture built on respect, humility, camaraderie, and honor. CDBJJ Manila offers comprehensive programs for both adults and children, focusing on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals as well as no-gi submission wrestling. The academy's training philosophy emphasizes leverage over strength, teaching students to control opponents without striking or causing harm. This defensive approach makes BJJ ideal for self-defense and practical application, suitable for practitioners of all ages and fitness levels. The gym is led by three accomplished black belt instructors: Professor Allan Co (20+ years experience, national team coach, world champion mentor), Professor Myron Mangubat (national team athlete, multiple-time local champion known for his dynamic grappling style), and Professor Jaguar Tang (program director, developer of the country's first homegrown world champion in the juniors division). All instructors are experienced competitors who continue to medal in international tournaments while dedicating themselves to developing the next generation of Filipino grapplers.

Carpe Diem Jiu-Jitsu Hong Kong

Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Hong Kong is part of a global powerhouse in the martial arts world, with an impressive network of 50+ locations spanning across Asia, Europe, and Australia. Beginning in Japan, Carpe Diem quickly gained recognition for its exceptional BJJ training programs and world-class instructors, expanding to the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Korea, China, Australia, and London. This makes Carpe Diem one of the strongest competitive teams in Asia. The Hong Kong academy operates two locations in Sai Ying Pun and Quarry Bay, offering over 1000 square feet of premium training space with high-quality thick tatami mats, full air conditioning, and professional facilities including changing rooms, individual showers with premium Guard Labs soaps, and a fully furnished lounge area. The academy is affiliated with the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) and maintains the highest standards of coach qualification. Led by an elite coaching team including Professor Daniel Quintas (head instructor with 15+ years of competitive experience and multiple IBJJF championships), Professor Bismarck Ivan (No-Gi World Champion and Pan American Bronze Medalist with ONE Championship MMA experience), Professor Pedro Cadete (20+ years experience, multiple IBJJF and AJP Tour champion), Professor Andrey Esteves (2nd Degree Black Belt), and Professor Fai Bo (Judo 4th Dan from HK Judo Association), Carpe Diem Hong Kong offers comprehensive training for all ages and skill levels from complete beginners to advanced competitors. The academy provides both gi and no-gi programs for adults, kids programs for ages 3-12, private training, and even offers Hong Kong's first Jiu-Jitsu Sponsorship Program for committed practitioners.

Carpe Diem Kawasaki is part of Japan's largest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu network, with 37 domestic locations and 11 international branches. "Carpe Diem" means "Seize the Day" in Latin, reflecting the gym's philosophy of living fully in the present moment through the practice of BJJ. The gym is conveniently located just 6 minutes on foot from JR/Keikyu Kawasaki Station, making it easily accessible for training after work. The gym offers a safe and clean training environment with experienced instructors who provide careful guidance to practitioners of all levels, from complete beginners to competitive athletes. Carpe Diem Kawasaki emphasizes that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities, as technique and strategy are more important than strength or speed. The facility features quality mats, separate changing rooms with showers for men and women, and amenities including hair dryers and toiletries in the women's changing room. Training at Carpe Diem Kawasaki is led by three accomplished instructors: Main Instructor Kazuharu Tsuchida (black belt, 10 years experience, multiple All-Japan and Asian Championship titles including 2025 IBJJF Masters International Championship), Koji Imanari (black belt, 20 years experience, trained in Brazil, fluent in English), and Riku Inoue (brown belt, 12 years experience combining BJJ, judo, and wrestling, 2024 SJJIF World Championship winner). The gym offers multiple class types including Basic (fundamentals for beginners), Regular (advanced techniques for experienced practitioners), No-Gi (submission grappling without the gi), and Private Lessons for personalized instruction.

Carpe Diem Kimitsu

Carpe Diem Kimitsu is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym affiliated with the Carpe Diem BJJ network. Located in the beautiful southern Boso area of Chiba Prefecture, the gym offers training in a serene environment overlooking the vast ocean with refreshing breezes that heal both mind and body. The gym welcomes practitioners of all ages, genders, and fitness levels. Whether your goal is self-defense, physical fitness, weight loss, or simply trying a new sport, Carpe Diem Kimitsu provides comprehensive support for your BJJ journey. The facility features a welcoming atmosphere where students can train together, compete in tournaments, and grow their skills over time. Led by head instructor Hiroki Oowa (Black Belt, born August 3, 1974 from Chiba, sponsored by VHTS JAPAN), the gym emphasizes safety and skill development. Assistant instructor Ken Kimura (Purple Belt, born January 24, 1984 from Iwate with a Judo background) supports the training program. The gym offers classes for adults and children, with flexible membership options including access to both the Kimitsu and Kisarazu locations.

Carpe Diem Kofu

Carpe Diem Kofu is Yamanashi Prefecture's first dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, founded by head instructor Kotetsu Ichihashi. The gym brings authentic BJJ training to the Kofu region, offering comprehensive programs for practitioners of all ages and skill levels. The training philosophy at Carpe Diem Kofu emphasizes discipline, respect, and technical excellence. The gym offers a structured curriculum that progresses from fundamental movement patterns through advanced competition techniques. Classes include mat-based conditioning exercises, technical instruction, positional drilling, and live sparring (free mat). The academy also provides MMA and kickboxing training through instructor Kojima, giving students a well-rounded martial arts education. Head instructor Kotetsu Ichihashi leads the academy with extensive experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The coaching staff also includes Tsuyoshi Suzuki, who teaches advanced classes. Both instructors focus on creating a welcoming environment for beginners while maintaining high standards for competitive students. The facility features full mat space, changing rooms, parking, and weight training equipment available during open hours.

Carpe Diem London

At Carpe Diem BJJ London, our mission is to create a vibrant and diverse Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) community where everyone feels welcome on the mat. We are committed to providing a clean, safe and professional environment that supports learning, self-expression and personal development through the practice of BJJ. We believe that practicing BJJ leads to personal growth & positive wellbeing. Our vision is for people from all walks of life to have access to BJJ, and the ability to gain the benefits and enjoyment associated with training this martial art. We encourage creative expression in and around the sport of BJJ.

Carpe Diem Mie

Carpe Diem Mie is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in Tsu, Mie Prefecture, Japan, dedicated to providing high-quality BJJ instruction for practitioners of all ages and skill levels. Founded as part of the Carpe Diem BJJ network, the gym operates two locations in the region - the main Tsu dojo and a second location in Yokkaichi. The academy emphasizes a safe, welcoming training environment where beginners and experienced practitioners alike can develop their skills in the technical art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The training philosophy at Carpe Diem Mie centers on technical refinement and injury prevention. Head instructor Seita Horiuchi, a black belt who began training in 2006 and earned his black belt in 2020, emphasizes technique over strength and teaches students to avoid relying on pure force during sparring. Despite competing in the lightest rooster weight class and regularly training with partners over 20kg heavier, Horiuchi has maintained a career free from major injuries by focusing on relaxation, movement, and proper technique. This approach is passed on to all members to ensure they can train safely and enjoy jiu-jitsu for the long term. Horiuchi brings an impressive competitive resume to his instruction, having won multiple national championships including the 2019 JBJJF Ranking #1 position in the Master 1-2 Brown Belt division, the 2019 4th All Japan Master Jiu-Jitsu Open Tournament (Master 2 Brown Belt Rooster division), the 2019 13th All Japan Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Master 2 Brown Belt Rooster), and the 2017 11th All Japan Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Master 2 Purple Belt Rooster). His competition experience and technical expertise inform the comprehensive curriculum offered at Carpe Diem Mie, which includes specialized programs for children (Kids 1 for ages 5-8, Kids 2 for ages 9-12), beginners (Lite Class), intermediate practitioners (Regular Class requiring white belt with 2 stripes), and competition-focused training (Competition Class for approved students).

Carpe Diem Niigata

Carpe Diem Niigata is part of the Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu network, one of the world's most recognized BJJ teams founded by Yuki Ishikawa. Located in Niigata City within the SACO WORKOUT WELL facility, the gym opened in 2024 as a modern training space focusing on both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wellness. The facility is positioned near the Shinano River and the Sea of Japan, approximately 10 minutes from Niigata Station. As part of the Carpe Diem family, which has expanded to over 35 locations worldwide including branches in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, London, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Manila, the Niigata location upholds the organization's philosophy of "More Than Jiu-Jitsu" - viewing BJJ as a lifelong practice that enriches overall lifestyle. The gym's training philosophy emphasizes understanding one's body through proper assessment before beginning training. Operated within SACO WORKOUT WELL, a comprehensive wellness facility established in July 2024, the approach combines "science × environment × choice" to deliver personalized wellness, recovery, conditioning, and lifestyle programs. The facility features a unique integration of fitness training and a wellness café (SA CAFE), creating a "third place" where members can focus on both physical training and overall health. Classes are structured to be accessible for beginners while providing depth for advanced practitioners, with programs designed around posture, breathing, and fundamental movement patterns. The instructional team is led by Keita Sako (brown belt, 2024 Japan #1 ranking, Asia Championship bronze medalist, World Championship bronze medalist), who founded SACO WORKOUT WELL and brought his unique methodology combining BJJ with fundamental movement science. The team includes Takafumi Kawamata (black belt, All-Japan Master Champion), Daiki Yamazaki (brown belt, All-Japan Master 3rd place, Yokohama International Champion), and Misato Yamazaki (purple belt, Asia Championship bronze medalist). The facility offers programs for all ages including beginners classes, fundamentals & drilling, no-gi grappling, and comprehensive kids programs (ages 3-14) that focus on developing coordination, discipline, and BJJ fundamentals alongside character building.

CARPE DIEM BJJ Osaka brings world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the Kansai region, emphasizing the philosophy that "being strong is fun." Part of the international CARPE DIEM BJJ network headquartered in Tokyo with locations worldwide, the Osaka location opened to provide access to elite-level training for practitioners of all levels. The gym focuses on technical excellence and competitive achievement, with a proven track record of developing champions across all age groups. Led by head instructor Masahiro Iwasaki, a black belt third degree who achieved second place at the IBJJF European Championship in the highly competitive light division (76kg) in 2018 and became the highest-ranked Japanese competitor across all divisions. Born in Kobe, Iwasaki traveled to Brazil alone at age 21 to earn his black belt, becoming one of Japan's youngest black belt holders and competing at the world's top levels. He won the All Japan Championship three consecutive times (2015-2017) and was ranked #2 globally in the light division by BJJ Heroes in 2018. Known for his deep half guard technique, he released a technical instructional DVD in the United States in 2019 and has developed five world champions in the kids division during his tenure at CARPE DIEM BJJ. The coaching team includes accomplished brown belts Tatsunosuke Fushimi (All Japan No-Gi champion 2023, specializing in calf slicers), Kotaro Tamefusa (AIGA Asian Championship winner, back attacks specialist), and black belt Seiya Fukushima (2024 IBJJF Asian Champion and All Japan Champion), plus purple belt Yuka Sawai (IBJJF Asia Championship medalist, deep half specialist). The gym welcomes complete beginners, adults looking for a challenging hobby, and competitive athletes seeking to reach their highest potential. Building on the competitive training methods developed at CARPE DIEM BJJ Ashiya—which achieved second place nationally as a team in 2025—the Osaka location aims to create the strongest BJJ community in Kansai.

Carpe Diem Sendai is the first Tohoku region branch of Carpe Diem Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, one of Japan's largest BJJ organizations with over 18 locations domestically and 7 internationally. The gym opened in autumn 2021 in the Itsutsubashi district of Aoba Ward, Sendai City. "Carpe Diem" is Latin for "Seize the Day," embodying the philosophy that everyone should live in the present moment through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Located just 6 minutes on foot from Itsutsubashi Station on the Sendai subway Nanboku Line in the heart of Sendai's city center, the gym offers convenient access for students, working professionals, and families. The facility features dedicated parking for 4 vehicles, making it accessible for members throughout the Miyagi prefecture. Head instructor and gym representative Kazuki Watanabe is a black belt with an impressive competition record including multiple JBJJF All-Japan Championships and IBJJF tournament victories. Originally from Fukushima, Watanabe discovered BJJ in 2010 and eventually joined the prestigious Carpe Diem headquarters in Tokyo, transitioning from professional photographer to full-time instructor and competitor before opening the Sendai branch in 2021. The coaching team includes brown belt instructors Rei Nagao, Yuto Sugawara, and Toi Sato, all accomplished competitors with national championship titles. Carpe Diem Sendai is affiliated with JBJJF (Japan Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation) and IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation). The facility offers separate changing rooms and showers for men and women, along with keeping locker services where staff wash and store members' gis, enabling "hands-free" training for busy professionals.

Carpe Diem Setagaya

Carpe Diem Setagaya is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo, Japan. Opened in July 2022, this modern training facility is designed with a "community bathhouse" (sento) concept, emphasizing a welcoming, neighborhood atmosphere where practitioners can come to train and refresh themselves. The gym features approximately 80 square meters of mat space in a spacious, well-lit facility. Both men's and women's locker rooms are equipped with showers, toilets, and powder spaces complete with hairdryers, making it convenient for members who train in the morning before work. The facility is universally designed to accommodate wheelchair users, reflecting the gym's commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Carpe Diem Setagaya offers a comprehensive class schedule throughout the week, including morning, afternoon, and evening sessions to accommodate various lifestyles. Classes are structured for all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, with dedicated Beginner, Regular, and Kids programs. The instruction emphasizes not only technical development but also the values of respect, discipline, and courtesy that are central to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Located near Chitosefunabashi Station and Kyodo Station (both 7-8 minutes walk on the Odakyu Line), the academy is easily accessible from central Tokyo.

Carpe Diem Studio

LOCU JIU-JITSU STUDIO is Tokyo's first completely private Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu studio, located in the heart of Roppongi. Founded in April 2022 by Koya Okazaki, LOCU offers an exclusive, reservation-only experience where practitioners can train one-on-one or in small private groups away from the hustle of traditional gyms. The studio name "LOCU" (ロク) is derived from Roppongi (六本木), meaning "six" in Japanese. The studio specializes in fully customized, private Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction tailored to individual goals including weight loss, body conditioning, self-defense, and competitive training. Each training plan is personally designed by experienced instructors who work directly with students in a comfortable, distraction-free environment. Whether training solo or with family and friends, LOCU provides a peaceful sanctuary where practitioners can focus on developing their strength and technique at their own pace. Head instructor Koya Okazaki brings extensive experience as the former head instructor of CARPE DIEM BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU, one of Asia's largest BJJ organizations with over 20 branches across Japan and internationally. After years of leading group instruction, Okazaki pioneered Japan's first private-lesson-only jiu-jitsu studio to provide personalized attention and customized training experiences. The studio also features additional experienced instructors and active competitors on staff.

Carpio Jiu-Jitsu

Carpio Jiu Jitsu is a Checkmat affiliate in Long Beach, California, offering comprehensive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for all ages and skill levels. The academy focuses on the learning process rather than external rewards such as medals or belts, emphasizing comprehension and continuous improvement. Their philosophy is straightforward: "Learn. Stay Curious. Enjoy the Process. Master your Craft." The gym's mission is to share the countless benefits of jiu jitsu with the community. Through structured programs, students develop not only physical fitness and proven self-defense skills, but also increased confidence, resilience, and problem-solving abilities. The academy provides a training environment that creates an immersive learning experience through an all-inclusive, direct approach to teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Professor Gustavo Carpio, the head instructor, began training in October 1998 in Lima, Peru under Professor Jorge Balarin. He later trained under Professor Sergio Correa "Marra" who awarded him his purple belt, brown belt, and black belt. As a competitor, Professor Gustavo achieved gold at the American Nationals at purple belt, and earned bronze medals at the Pan Americans as both a purple and brown belt. His most notable achievement was a bronze medal at the 2008 World Championship as a brown belt. After working in psychology, he moved to the United States in 2009 to teach and compete in jiu jitsu full time. From 2004 to 2009, he taught and trained at Sniper Gym in Lima, Peru.