Brazil Academy Ltd Competitors

To train body, mind and spirit through the highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction as a vehicle for individual development and the strengthening of the family spirit, going beyond the ‘winning-losing’ or ‘contest’ philosophy. At Gracie Barra we strive to help students get the most out of their training. For students with consistency and dedication, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu becomes a life-style and students can readily enjoy all the benefits of the Jiu-Jitsu or the “Gentle Art”. Working from the assumption that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu must be embraced as a lifelong journey, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. has designed an effective learning plan or program of study that allows for students to naturally progress from the white belt to the black belt. Thus, classes and their respective curriculum at Gracie Barra are not isolated from one another, but elements of a larger structured learning plan called “Programs”.

BJJ Fanatics was started by a pair of black belts who know that nothing is more important for a fellow fanatic than their time on the mat. Their aim was to create a shop for BJJ Students who dont look at BJJ as a sport but a lifestyle. Bernardo Faria grew up in Juiz de Fora, Brazil and through a studious nature and

We are changing the martial arts world. At Paragon, we believe in a gym culture for all. Established in 1998, Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was established by Ricardo "Franjinha" Miller in Santa Barbara, CA. The team quickly became a powerhouse in International Jiu Jitsu competition, as Franjinha produced several World Champion students. In 2008 Franjinha joined forces with partner Sean Apperson and they created the new Paragon Academy in Santa Barbara, CA. In 2017 Franjinha, Sean Apperson, and John Sandoval joined forces to create Paragon Goleta Inc. The new gym offers exceptional kickboxing, boxing, and bjj classes.