Train BJJ in Rio » bjj gym in rio https://trainbjjinrio.com The #1 Guide for BJJ in Rio de Janeiro Tue, 24 Nov 2015 18:50:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.13 Which BJJ gym in Rio is right for you? The 3 Types You Will Encounter https://trainbjjinrio.com/three-types-of-bjj-gym-in-rio/ https://trainbjjinrio.com/three-types-of-bjj-gym-in-rio/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 16:19:25 +0000 https://trainbjjinrio.com/?p=676 Every BJJ gym in Rio de Janeiro has it’s own character and flavor. Some are hardcore gyms that pump out competitors and champions, while others are more focussed on the social aspect and providing a place for recreational martial artists to enjoy the art we all love so much. If you’re travelling to Rio to train BJJ, then you should choose carefully which academy to train at depending on your goals. Some people are looking to take home the latest technical developments, some want to prepare for an upcoming tournament, some are visiting their master to get promoted, but the truth is most just want somewhere to roll between hanging out on the beach. But it’s difficult to judge what kind of person a gym caters for until you actually step on the mat, which involves the possibility of wasting time and money. Read on for some advice on choosing the right BJJ gym in Rio for you. You Want To Be Up On The Latest Technical Developments With the explosion of online training resources, such as the popular MGinAction or Mendes Bros Online, it’s easier than ever to get cutting-edge material from world-class coaches. But there’s still plenty of world class jiu-jitsu in Rio de Janeiro. Gyms such as Checkmat, Terere’s new academy and Alliance in Leblon are among some of the trend leaders in sport jiu-jitsu. It’s true that Nova Uniao and Gracie Humaita enjoy plenty of success in tournaments but many see the styles of instructors such as Rico Vieira and Terere as being more modern, creative and dynamic. As such, they’re great gyms to pick up the latest developments in jiu-jitsu and coincidentally they all feature excellent teaching. It is worth noting though that due to the competitive nature of these gyms, the training is often tough in comparison to some other places and may not suit someone who is not a competitor themselves. In cases such as this, it may be worth checking out some of the more old school masters such as Jose Henrique ‘Leao’ Teixeira of Escola de Jiu-Jitsu, as the gym receives 5th, 6th and even 7th degree black belts on a daily basis. Though the attitude of the gym is less directed toward competition, the level of insight and technical detail is off the charts, though it would probably suit someone with an already solid foundation looking to refine their skills rather than someone looking to ‘take home’ the latest techniques. You Want to Prepare For an Upcoming Tournament If you plan on competing in Brazil there’s no better way to get ready for an upcoming tournament than to spend a week or two in a competitive BJJ academy to finish your preparations. In cases such as this, it’s imperative you find an academy that is like-minded, as you’ll need everyone to be willing to train at the same level of intensity. Right before big competitions the training always picks up a gear, but more so in academies such as Carlson Gracie, Nova Uniao, Gordo Jiu-Jitsu and of course GFTeam. Gordo Jiu-Jitsu is the academy of choice for many visitors, both Brazilian and foreign, due to their almost totally open-door policy. It’s not unusual to see grapplers ranging from current Mundial or Abu Dhabi Pro champions alongside hungry blue and purple belts, all with the same goal in mind. GFTeam, Carlson Gracie and Nova Uniao historically have always produced huge teams of competitors and so it goes without saying that training is spirited during competition season, but the gyms are more inclined to receive grapplers from within their own associations during these periods so as to avoid any political problems. Somewhere to roll between hanging out on the beach Not everybody wants to come to Rio and go balls to the wall. Many are here on vacation and simply want to experience jiu-jitsu direct from the source. In cases such as this, it’s obviously best to find a gym that welcomes visitors, but the vibe of the gym is probably more important. You don’t want to find yourself in the middle of a tough roll after a week of drinking beer on the beach! Gyms such as De la Riva’s in Copacabana or Brazilian Top Team in Leblon are popular with tourists because of the recognisable names, central locations and open-door policies. For those staying in Barra da Tijuca, Gracie Barra is a good option because they run classes that cater for different levels. But if you’re only thinking of training at any of these gyms only once or twice, make sure to confirm in advance what the drop-in fees are – it’s disrespectful to think you can train for free just because you’re passing through. Summary Whatever level grappler you are, there is a place for you to train here in Rio. From white belt to black belt, hobbyist to professional, you can find a BJJ gym in Rio to suit your needs. Article written by Hywel Teague — For more tips and advice like this make sure to subscribe to our newsletter, it’s free and takes only a few seconds.

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]]> Every BJJ gym in Rio de Janeiro has it’s own character and flavor. Some are hardcore gyms that pump out competitors and champions, while others are more focussed on the social aspect and providing a place for recreational martial artists to enjoy the art we all love so much.

If you’re travelling to Rio to train BJJ, then you should choose carefully which academy to train at depending on your goals.

Some people are looking to take home the latest technical developments, some want to prepare for an upcoming tournament, some are visiting their master to get promoted, but the truth is most just want somewhere to roll between hanging out on the beach.

But it’s difficult to judge what kind of person a gym caters for until you actually step on the mat, which involves the possibility of wasting time and money. Read on for some advice on choosing the right BJJ gym in Rio for you.

You Want To Be Up On The Latest Technical Developments

With the explosion of online training resources, such as the popular MGinAction or Mendes Bros Online, it’s easier than ever to get cutting-edge material from world-class coaches. But there’s still plenty of world class jiu-jitsu in Rio de Janeiro.

Gyms such as Checkmat, Terere’s new academy and Alliance in Leblon are among some of the trend leaders in sport jiu-jitsu. It’s true that Nova Uniao and Gracie Humaita enjoy plenty of success in tournaments but many see the styles of instructors such as Rico Vieira and Terere as being more modern, creative and dynamic.

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There are many highly technical, modern BJJ coaches to train with in Rio


As such, they’re great gyms to pick up the latest developments in jiu-jitsu and coincidentally they all feature excellent teaching. It is worth noting though that due to the competitive nature of these gyms, the training is often tough in comparison to some other places and may not suit someone who is not a competitor themselves.

In cases such as this, it may be worth checking out some of the more old school masters such as Jose Henrique ‘Leao’ Teixeira of Escola de Jiu-Jitsu, as the gym receives 5th, 6th and even 7th degree black belts on a daily basis. Though the attitude of the gym is less directed toward competition, the level of insight and technical detail is off the charts, though it would probably suit someone with an already solid foundation looking to refine their skills rather than someone looking to ‘take home’ the latest techniques.

You Want to Prepare For an Upcoming Tournament

If you plan on competing in Brazil there’s no better way to get ready for an upcoming tournament than to spend a week or two in a competitive BJJ academy to finish your preparations. In cases such as this, it’s imperative you find an academy that is like-minded, as you’ll need everyone to be willing to train at the same level of intensity.

Right before big competitions the training always picks up a gear, but more so in academies such as Carlson Gracie, Nova Uniao, Gordo Jiu-Jitsu and of course GFTeam.

BJJ tournament Rio de Janeiro

Get tournament ready by heading to one of the many BJJ gyms in Rio that focuses on competition


Gordo Jiu-Jitsu is the academy of choice for many visitors, both Brazilian and foreign, due to their almost totally open-door policy. It’s not unusual to see grapplers ranging from current Mundial or Abu Dhabi Pro champions alongside hungry blue and purple belts, all with the same goal in mind.

GFTeam, Carlson Gracie and Nova Uniao historically have always produced huge teams of competitors and so it goes without saying that training is spirited during competition season, but the gyms are more inclined to receive grapplers from within their own associations during these periods so as to avoid any political problems.

Somewhere to roll between hanging out on the beach

Not everybody wants to come to Rio and go balls to the wall. Many are here on vacation and simply want to experience jiu-jitsu direct from the source. In cases such as this, it’s obviously best to find a gym that welcomes visitors, but the vibe of the gym is probably more important. You don’t want to find yourself in the middle of a tough roll after a week of drinking beer on the beach!

Ipanema Beach

Where you’ll likely be when you’re not in the gym


Gyms such as De la Riva’s in Copacabana or Brazilian Top Team in Leblon are popular with tourists because of the recognisable names, central locations and open-door policies. For those staying in Barra da Tijuca, Gracie Barra is a good option because they run classes that cater for different levels. But if you’re only thinking of training at any of these gyms only once or twice, make sure to confirm in advance what the drop-in fees are – it’s disrespectful to think you can train for free just because you’re passing through.

Summary

Whatever level grappler you are, there is a place for you to train here in Rio. From white belt to black belt, hobbyist to professional, you can find a BJJ gym in Rio to suit your needs.

Article written by Hywel Teague
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]]> https://trainbjjinrio.com/three-types-of-bjj-gym-in-rio/feed/ 0 Fabricio Jiu-Jitsu https://trainbjjinrio.com/fabricio-jiu-jitsu/ https://trainbjjinrio.com/fabricio-jiu-jitsu/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:39:33 +0000 https://trainbjjinrio.com/?p=622 The city of Rio de Janeiro has many great jiu-jitsu masters, and if you want to train BJJ in Rio you will be spoiled for choice. Hidden in plain sight is the esteemed yet relatively unknown Fabricio Martins. While many visitors focus on the big name teams and famous fighters, they are missing an opportunity to directly train with a red and black (coral) belt 7th degree master of BJJ. Located right on the central avenue and main thoroughfare of Copacabana, Fabricio Jiu-Jitsu is easy to spot thanks to it’s large yellow signs, just one floor up from street level. In a city where many jiu-jitsu gyms are tucked away and often difficult to locate, Fabricio’s gym is incredibly easy to find. The head coach at the gym is Fabricio Martins, a 7th degree coral belt graduated by 9th degree grand master Osvaldo Alves. Fabricio, even at 47 years of age, still teaches a couple of nights a week, including the MMA sessions. He shares teaching duties with a team of three other instructors, which he holds to very high standards. Fabricio has graduated over 100 black belts across the world, with representatives in Korea, Jordan, the Philippines and Europe. The mat space is ample for the number of people in a class, and the matted walls allow for almost non-stop rolling. The two rooms allow for multiple classes to run at the same time, though unusually they are actually separated by a hairdressing salon! Each studio has it’s own changing area and toilet. A Typical Class Warm-ups are your usual mix of bodyweight exercises and some partner drills, done in reps of 10-20 and directed by the teacher. The pace is higher than some gyms, but doesn’t quite stray into conditioning territory. The technical instruction is detailed and you will be shown a position or technique multiple times, before being partnered up to get a feel for it. Instructors roam the room correcting any details or mistakes. Usually you will be shown between one to three techniques before being partnered up to roll. Techniques range from basic fundamentals through to modern competition-effective tactics. Rolling is competitive yet not crazy. The instructor will match up partners to roll based on size, grade etc. The high number of black belts means sparring is of a good level, though most of the black belts are part-timers with dayjobs, so it is not a room of high-level competitors. There are fewer coloured belts on the mat, but they appeared to be of a higher level on average than you might find in some other gyms. During a 7.30pm class, there was only one white belt (a visiting foreigner). Our thoughts It’s said you can find jiu-jitsu on almost every street corner in Rio de Janeiro. It is worth remembering how deep the talent runs here in Rio. With a team of experienced black belts and many years of history, Fabricio Jiu-Jitsu warmly welcomes visitors. Academy fact file: Head instructor: Fabricio Martins, supported by Onofre Ribeiro, Emanoel Morreira, Joaquim Malta, Price: R$180 / month Matspace: Room 1: 60sqm, Room 2: 120sqm. Facilities: Two rooms matted wall-to-wall, small changing area / shower. Average numbers of BB’s at training: 10 Av number of people per class: 20-25 Speak English?: Enough Location: One floor above ground level, located on and directly facing main street in Copacabana Suggested transport: Walk / bus / subway MMA / no-gi: MMA Other martial arts: Karate, female MMA Years open: 21 Titles / champions / championships: Black belt adult state champions Address: Av. Nossa Senhora 1017 (201-203) Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro RJ 22060-000 Tel: 21-2247-3452 Email: contato@equipefabricio.com.br Google Maps link Location Highly visible from the street, just two blocks back from Copacabana beach. Enter through the glass door, pass the porter and go up the stairs to the left. Facebook page: Equipe Fabrício Jiu Jitsu Timetable: Mon: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 4pm-6pm, 7.30pm-10pm. Tue: 8am-10am, 6pm-7.30pm, 7.30pm-10pm. Wed: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 4pm-6pm, 7.30pm-10pm. Thur: 8am-10am, 6pm-7.30pm, 7.30pm-10pm. Fri: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 7.30pm-10pm. Sat: 10pm-12.30pm. Video: Video by Hywel Teague / BJJHacks for Connection Rio Links: Fabricio Martins BJJ Heroes profile Facebook page

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]]> The city of Rio de Janeiro has many great jiu-jitsu masters, and if you want to train BJJ in Rio you will be spoiled for choice. Hidden in plain sight is the esteemed yet relatively unknown Fabricio Martins. While many visitors focus on the big name teams and famous fighters, they are missing an opportunity to directly train with a red and black (coral) belt 7th degree master of BJJ.

Located right on the central avenue and main thoroughfare of Copacabana, Fabricio Jiu-Jitsu is easy to spot thanks to it’s large yellow signs, just one floor up from street level. In a city where many jiu-jitsu gyms are tucked away and often difficult to locate, Fabricio’s gym is incredibly easy to find.

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Fabricio Martins, 7th degree BJJ master


The head coach at the gym is Fabricio Martins, a 7th degree coral belt graduated by 9th degree grand master Osvaldo Alves. Fabricio, even at 47 years of age, still teaches a couple of nights a week, including the MMA sessions. He shares teaching duties with a team of three other instructors, which he holds to very high standards. Fabricio has graduated over 100 black belts across the world, with representatives in Korea, Jordan, the Philippines and Europe.

The mat space is ample for the number of people in a class, and the matted walls allow for almost non-stop rolling. The two rooms allow for multiple classes to run at the same time, though unusually they are actually separated by a hairdressing salon! Each studio has it’s own changing area and toilet.

A Typical Class
Warm-ups are your usual mix of bodyweight exercises and some partner drills, done in reps of 10-20 and directed by the teacher. The pace is higher than some gyms, but doesn’t quite stray into conditioning territory.

The technical instruction is detailed and you will be shown a position or technique multiple times, before being partnered up to get a feel for it. Instructors roam the room correcting any details or mistakes. Usually you will be shown between one to three techniques before being partnered up to roll. Techniques range from basic fundamentals through to modern competition-effective tactics.

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Rolling is competitive yet not crazy. The instructor will match up partners to roll based on size, grade etc. The high number of black belts means sparring is of a good level, though most of the black belts are part-timers with dayjobs, so it is not a room of high-level competitors. There are fewer coloured belts on the mat, but they appeared to be of a higher level on average than you might find in some other gyms. During a 7.30pm class, there was only one white belt (a visiting foreigner).

Our thoughts
It’s said you can find jiu-jitsu on almost every street corner in Rio de Janeiro. It is worth remembering how deep the talent runs here in Rio. With a team of experienced black belts and many years of history, Fabricio Jiu-Jitsu warmly welcomes visitors.

Academy fact file:
Head instructor: Fabricio Martins, supported by Onofre Ribeiro, Emanoel Morreira, Joaquim Malta,
Price: R$180 / month
Matspace: Room 1: 60sqm, Room 2: 120sqm.
Facilities: Two rooms matted wall-to-wall, small changing area / shower.
Average numbers of BB’s at training: 10
Av number of people per class: 20-25
Speak English?: Enough
Location: One floor above ground level, located on and directly facing main street in Copacabana
Suggested transport: Walk / bus / subway
MMA / no-gi: MMA
Other martial arts: Karate, female MMA
Years open: 21
Titles / champions / championships: Black belt adult state champions

Address:
Av. Nossa Senhora 1017 (201-203)
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro RJ
22060-000

Tel: 21-2247-3452
Email: contato@equipefabricio.com.br

Google Maps link

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Location
Highly visible from the street, just two blocks back from Copacabana beach. Enter through the glass door, pass the porter and go up the stairs to the left.

Facebook page:
Equipe Fabrício Jiu Jitsu

Timetable:

Mon: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 4pm-6pm, 7.30pm-10pm.
Tue: 8am-10am, 6pm-7.30pm, 7.30pm-10pm.
Wed: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 4pm-6pm, 7.30pm-10pm.
Thur: 8am-10am, 6pm-7.30pm, 7.30pm-10pm.
Fri: 8am-10am, 10-11.30am, 7.30pm-10pm.
Sat: 10pm-12.30pm.

Video:

Video by Hywel Teague / BJJHacks for Connection Rio

Links:
Fabricio Martins BJJ Heroes profile
Facebook page

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