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Carlson Gracie Team

325 member gyms133 in the United States

Team Accomplishments

33Kids champions

Aggregated from member gyms’ linked competitors — see how rankings work.

Notable Athletes

Instructors

At schools on Carlson Gracie Team’s official school list.

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Amy Tong-uam

Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson

Amy Tong-uam is listed as a contact for Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson.

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Anahmae Olsen

Carlson Gracie wsnc/Eight Points

Anahmae Olsen is listed as a contact for Carlson Gracie wsnc/Eight Points.

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Professor André Felipe Maciel Freire

Black Belt · Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson

André Felipe Maciel Freire is the head instructor at Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Tucson, AZ, USA. 6 competitors in the JiuJitsuGyms database list the academy as their team. This profile was built from the IBJJF academy directory, where André Felipe Maciel Freire is registered as the academy's responsible instructor. Instructors can claim this profile to add a full bio and photo.

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Coach André Freire

Carlson Gracie North Tucson

André Freire is listed as a contact for Carlson Gracie Tucson.

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Professor Andre Gomes Reis

Black Belt · Carlson Gracie Lewisville

Andre Gomes is the professor, owner, and head coach at Carlson Gracie Lewisville. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, he began Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2002 at the age of 14 and holds a third-degree black belt in the Carlson Gracie lineage, which the academy traces through Otávio "Peixotinho" and Álvaro Gonçalves "Ganso". He spent four years in Dubai coaching the United Arab Emirates Army, moved to the United States in 2018 to continue competing and teaching, and in 2021 opened his own academy in Texas with his partner, Gary. A heavyweight competitor whose favorite technique is the wristlock, he remains active on the tournament circuit: he is a two-time F2W champion and has won gold at the IBJJF Dallas International Open and the Houston International Open.

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Andre Luis Vasconcellos

Black Belt · Carlson Gracie South Bay / Alemao Training Center

Andre "Alemao" Vasconcellos, known to his students as Professor Andre Alemao, is the professor at Carlson Gracie South Bay and holds a sixth-degree black belt. He started Jiu Jitsu at 14, the year his family moved to Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, directly across the street from the Carlson Gracie headquarters; with encouragement from his stepfather he crossed the road and began training. Competition became his focus early on, and after earning his purple belt he decided to teach, building a reputation in Brazil for developing champions. In 2012 he opened his gym in Southern California, growing it from no students into one of the strongest competition teams in the South Bay, with a team that now competes at the elite level internationally.

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Professor Andre Madiz

Carlson Gracie HQ

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Ari Galo

Black Belt · Carlson Gracie Humboldt Jiu Jitsu

Ari Galo is an instructor at Carlson Gracie Humboldt Jiu Jitsu.

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Arthur Pike

Carlson Gracie North Shore

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Asa John Russell

Black Belt · Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu

Asa Russell is co-owner and a black belt instructor at Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu, holding a first-degree black belt under Tom Cronin. A retired Marine, he trained under several instructors across 25 years of service and changing duty stations: he received his blue belt from Vitor Ribeiro, his purple belt from Gustavo Machado while training daily under Nicholas Walters, and his brown and black belts under Ricardo Guimaraes. He describes himself as a student first and keeps working to expand his own technique. Since his blue belt days he has volunteered nearly as many hours coaching kids' classes as he has spent training himself, and his teaching centers on fundamental instruction for adults and children in a safe, positive setting.

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Asa Russell

Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu

Asa Russell is listed as a contact for Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu.

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Coach Blaise Casado

Coach · Carlson Gracie Vilonia

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Blaise Casado is a Coach at Carlson Gracie Vilonia in Vilonia, AR. Verified from official coaching records.

Member Gyms (325)

US gyms are listed first, led by schools on Carlson Gracie Team’s official school list.

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Brick House Bjj/ Carlson Gracie Team

No-Gi
Gi

Tucson, AZ

Brick House BJJ Carlson Gracie Team in Tucson, AZ emphasizes both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, catering to practitioners interested in mastering multiple styles of grappling. The gym aligns with the Carlson Gracie lineage, representing a strong tradition in aggressive and dynamic BJJ techniques. Located in Tucson, it serves a community passionate about competitive and recreational BJ instructions are incomplete and cut off, please provide all the information for me to complete the description. If no additional details are given, I can write a generic gym description based on the information available. Please confirm how you wish to proceed; Brick House BJJ Carlson Gracie Team in Tucson, Arizona, combines traditional No-Gi and Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training under the respected Carlson Gracie lineage.

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CARLSON GRACIE BRAWLEY

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Brawley, CA

Carlson Gracie Brawley is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in Brawley, California, with addresses listed at 632 Main St and 225 West A Street. The academy offers classes in Imperial County for men, women, and children at every level, from novice to professional. It says it promotes confidence, fitness, self-esteem, anti-bullying, discipline, weight loss, and self defense in a family oriented environment. It also says it will challenge, motivate, and push students toward their fitness and competitive goals. Its listed hours are Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.

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Carlson Gracie Central Florida

Martial Arts

Winter Garden, FL

Carlson Gracie Central Florida is a martial arts academy located at 855 E Plant St #700 in Winter Garden, Florida. The academy offers instruction under the Carlson Gracie lineage, providing training programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, and Chinese striking arts. Prospective members can visit the facility or contact the staff online to arrange introductory training sessions. Instruction is spearheaded by Professor Rinaldo Santos, a 6th-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with a direct lineage to the Gracie family. The instructional roster also features judo head instructor Thomas Sensei Tom Wright, alongside specialized coaches covering Sanda and Kung Fu disciplines. The school structures its programs to serve practitioners of all ages and athletic backgrounds. Youth offerings include the Little Bulldogs program designed for children ages 5 to 7, emphasizing coordination, discipline, and basic movement skills. Older youth and adult students train in dedicated Jiu-Jitsu, Sanda, and Kung Fu sessions tailored to skill progression.

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Carlson Gracie Channahon

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

channahon, IL

Carlson Gracie Channahon in Channahon, IL, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson gracie competition team

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Westerly, RI

Carlson gracie competition team in Westerly, RI, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu

Wrestling
No-Gi
bjj
Martial Arts
Gi

Grand Rapids, MI

Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu operates at 2035 28th St SE Suite U in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The academy is an official Carlson Gracie affiliate providing martial arts instruction across grappling, wrestling, and striking disciplines to adults and children. The coaching staff is led by Coach Michael, an active competitor who captured a gold medal at the 2024 PanAms championship. The instructional team incorporates high-percentage submission techniques, aggressive guard passing, and takedown strategies characteristic of the Carlson Gracie lineage. Training is held seven days a week for jiu-jitsu and wrestling practitioners. Class offerings feature Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Adult Gi, Adult No-Gi, Youth Wrestling, and Boxing Fitness. Training sessions accommodate novice students developing physical fitness alongside competitors preparing for tournament competition.

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Carlson Gracie HQ

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Chicago, IL

Carlson Gracie HQ in Chicago, IL, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Humboldt Jiu Jitsu

Gi
No-Gi

Arcata, CA

Carlson Gracie Humboldt Jiu Jitsu, operating as Humboldt Jiu Jitsu Academy at 1041 F St. in Arcata, California, is affiliated with the Carlson Gracie Team in Rio de Janeiro. Formerly known as North Coast Self Defense Academy, the school is owned by 1st-Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Monty Martin—who began training under founding instructor Hal Faulkner in 1997—and features 3rd-Degree Carlson Gracie Black Belt Marcello Daflon, while Martin continues to train and teach under Master Professor Ari Galo of the Carlson Gracie team. Open seven days per week with 30 weekly group classes, the academy teaches Gi and No-Gi Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Self-Defense Combatives, Jeet Kun Do, Kali Escrima, Yoga, Tiny Rollers for roughly ages 2 to 4, and Youth Classes. The academy also offers one-on-one training sessions, family packages, and a free first week of training.

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Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Anaheim

Gi
No-Gi

Anaheim, CA

Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Anaheim operates at 428 North Lakeview Avenue in Anaheim, California. The academy was established in 2015 by head instructor Nick Moghaddam to teach authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu within the Carlson Gracie lineage. Moghaddam is an accomplished competitor who earned his black belt from Allan Goes in 2012 following a collegiate football career and professional mixed martial arts competition in promotions including Bellator MMA. The academy provides structured martial arts instruction for children, teenagers, and adults. Students train across fundamental and advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, cardio kickboxing, and private lessons. Instruction focuses on pressure passing, positional dominance, takedowns, and submissions, reflecting the aggressive and dynamic grappling principles pioneered by Carlson Gracie Sr. Training sessions emphasize practical self-defense, physical conditioning, and competition preparation for local and national tournaments. Members of the Anaheim community can visit the North Lakeview Avenue facility to tour the school, meet the coaching staff, and take part in an introductory trial session.

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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Menifee

Gi
No-Gi

Menifee, CA

Situated at 29723 New Hub Drive, Suite D in Menifee, California, Carlson Gracie Menifee delivers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense education. The training center provides martial arts instruction for children, teenagers, and adult practitioners throughout Menifee and surrounding communities. The school is led by head instructor Orlando Alonso, a black belt under Carlson Gracie Jr. with more than 30 years of martial arts experience. Alonso directs classes emphasizing ground positional control, joint submissions, tournament preparation, and self-defense techniques in a family-oriented training atmosphere for all students. Instruction spans combined youth divisions, teen sessions, adult classes, and scheduled open mat times on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Antonio | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense

Gi
No-Gi

San Antonio, TX

Gi and No-Gi form the listed training focus for Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Antonio | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense in San Antonio, Texas, USA. These two Brazilian jiu-jitsu categories distinguish uniform-based grappling from a format without the traditional gi. For a beginner, the pairing indicates two broad ways of engaging with Brazilian jiu-jitsu; for a competitor, it identifies Gi and No-Gi as the supplied focus areas. The name also specifically includes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense, while the record's training-focus values remain Gi and No-Gi. Situated in San Antonio, this martial-arts record is identified by its full Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu name and its two listed grappling disciplines. Its Texas location completes a concise profile centered on Brazilian jiu-jitsu terminology and the Gi and No-Gi distinction.

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Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Hot Box MMA

MMA
No-Gi
Striking

Melbourne, FL

Carlson Gracie JiuJitsu Team Melbourne, also known as Hot Box MMA, is a martial arts training facility located at 1986 A N Wickham Rd in Melbourne, Florida. Encompassing an 11,000-square-foot gym space, the facility provides instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts, and competition grappling. Prospective students can reach the academy online to arrange a free introductory trial class. The school was founded by BJJ black belt David Sutton, who brings more than 20 years of martial arts experience as head coach and leader of the training program. The coaching roster also features Coach Evelyn Sutton, who has trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2019 and holds the rank of purple belt, alongside coaches Zach and Jordan. Instruction includes adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, MMA striking and grappling, and specialized summer morning kids programs for youth of all ages. Training balances technical instruction with competition-tested strategies, helping students develop effective self-defense skills, endurance, and technical confidence on the mats.

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Carlson Gracie Kingman

bjj

Kingman, KS

Carlson Gracie Kingman is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym located in Kingman, Kansas, USA.

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Carlson Gracie Lewisville

Martial Arts

Lewisville, TX

Carlson Gracie Lewisville is a martial arts academy located at 3964 State Hwy 121, Suite 750, in Lewisville, Texas. The facility provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, and self-defense instruction for youth and adult practitioners across the local area. Instruction is overseen by Professor and Owner Andre Gomes, a 3rd degree black belt whose lineage traces from Carlson Gracie through Otávio Peixotinho and Álvaro Ganso. Gomes is a multi-time IBJJF tournament champion in Houston and Austin. The leadership roster includes co-owner Gary Deutschendorf and Professor Henrique Saraiva, a 5th degree black belt with more than twenty-five years of martial arts experience who previously helped establish Carlson Gracie Ireland. Programs feature adult fundamentals, advanced grappling, and kids BJJ divided into age brackets for ages 3 to 6 and ages 7 to 12. Prospective students can take advantage of a free trial lesson.

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Carlson Gracie Magnolia

BJJ

Magnolia, TX

Carlson Gracie Magnolia is a BJJ gym located in Magnolia, TX, USA.

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Carlson Gracie Miami

Martial Arts

Miami, FL

Carlson Gracie Miami is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training center situated at 4033 SW 152nd Ave in Miami, Florida. Operating under the lineage of the Carlson Gracie team, the academy delivers martial arts and athletic conditioning classes tailored for students of various experience levels. Prospective members can visit the academy in person or contact staff online to arrange a free introductory session. The instructional team is headed by program director Michel Porfirio Pereira, an IBJJF-certified 6th-degree black belt. Daily classes are conducted alongside head professor Jose Pita, a 2nd-degree black belt who oversees strength training, youth professor Marco Prado, and women's professor Marcia Palomba. Programming spans Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training modules for adults, teens, and youth practitioners, supplemented by dedicated women's sessions. Teen students are also invited to join Saturday adult Open Mat sessions to support their transition into adult grappling. In addition, the school provides one-on-one private lessons and a specialized fitness program blending strength work, conditioning drills, and interval training.

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Carlson Gracie Napa Valley / Marinho Jiu-Jitsu

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Napa, CA

Carlson Gracie Napa Valley / Marinho Jiu-Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense academy located at 901 Trancas Street in Napa, California. Outfitted with Fuji mats, the school is led by 6th-degree black belt Professor "Marinho" Vauvenargues Vicentini, a native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, who received his black belt directly from Master Carlson Gracie in April 1999. Bringing 30 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, Judo, and MMA, Professor Marinho taught at the Carlson Gracie Club in Copacabana from 1993 to 2000 and served for 16 years as Head of Defense Tactics and Jiu-Jitsu at the Federal Police Academy in Rio de Janeiro from 1999 to 2015 before relocating to Napa. Programs include playful fundamentals for Kids ages 4 to 7 on Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense for ages 7 and up on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, and Adult classes, with appointment-based trial classes for local residents.

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Carlson Gracie North Houston-Team Bailey

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Spring, TX

Carlson Gracie North Houston-Team Bailey in Spring, TX, specializes in both Gi and No-Gi martial arts training. The gym embraces a comprehensive approach that caters to various martial arts disciplines under one roof. While its specific affiliation is not provided, the team's identity is rooted in the legacy of the Carlson Gracie lineage. This facility supports a community of practitioners focused on refining their techniques in realistic and competitive environments. Located in the vibrant Spring area, the gym attracts martial artists from the surrounding Houston region; Students benefit from a versatile curriculum that highlights practical application across different martial arts styles; The training programs here emphasize skill development for both recreational and competitive fighters

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Carlson Gracie North Shore

Wilmette, IL

Carlson Gracie North Shore is located in Wilmette, IL, USA.

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Carlson Gracie North Tucson

Martial Arts

Tucson, AZ

Carlson Gracie North Tucson operates at 1749 E. Prince Rd in Tucson, Arizona. As an official Carlson Gracie affiliate school, the academy delivers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction, submission grappling training, and martial arts education for children, teenagers, and adult practitioners across Tucson. Instruction at the academy focuses on classical ground fighting mechanics, defensive framing, positional control, and joint submissions. The instructional staff emphasizes disciplined mat culture, technical awareness, and physical conditioning, guiding practitioners through progressive technique demonstrations and controlled live rolling rounds. The academy provides class options accommodating practitioners across all experience levels. Coursework includes youth martial arts classes fostering focus and resilience alongside adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals and advanced sessions. Training takes place Monday through Thursday during evening hours, with trial sessions available for prospective members.

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Carlson Gracie Orlando

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Ocoee, FL

4 IBJJF adult black-belt No-Gi world champions produced and 13 kids world champions produced are the listed achievements for Carlson Gracie Orlando in Ocoee, FL, USA. Those achievements are presented alongside a Martial Arts training focus, which categorizes the record broadly rather than under a more specific supplied discipline. For a beginner, Martial Arts is a wide umbrella label for combat-oriented disciplines; for a competitor, it remains a broad categorization without narrowing the record to a particular ruleset. Carlson Gracie Orlando is located in Ocoee, Florida, providing the geographic context for the two stated achievement records. The exact accomplishments, 4 IBJJF adult black-belt No-Gi world champions produced and 13 kids world champions produced, are the strongest supplied distinctions for this Ocoee martial-arts record. Together with the Martial Arts focus, they identify Carlson Gracie Orlando through the supplied achievements and location.

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Carlson Gracie Plant City

Martial Arts

Plant City, FL

Carlson Gracie Plant City is presented in this record with Plant City, Florida, USA, and the supplied trainingFocus of Martial Arts. The exact name, Carlson Gracie Plant City, includes Plant City, which also appears as the record’s city alongside FL and USA. Martial Arts serves as a broad classification that can cover diverse combat disciplines, systems, traditions, and forms of physical practice. Here, the category gives general context for the listing while leaving particular disciplines unassigned to Carlson Gracie Plant City. The entry provides a focused reference to Carlson Gracie Plant City in Plant City, FL, USA, using Martial Arts as its stated category and keeping the description aligned with the supplied name, geography, and classification.

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Carlson Gracie South Bay / Alemao Training Center

Martial Arts

Torrance, CA

Operating in southern California, Carlson Gracie South Bay provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu education and martial arts development for individuals and families. The training facility fosters an inclusive team environment dedicated to long-term martial progression and physical fitness for participants of all backgrounds. The academy features head instructor Professor Andre “Alemao” Vasconcellos, who brings extensive martial background from Brazil to guide students on the mats. Training covers essential grappling fundamentals, guard sweeps, positional control, takedowns, and submission mechanics developed through disciplined technical instruction and supervised sparring rounds. Weekly schedules feature morning and evening adult classes, specialized competition sessions, and structured youth programs for children and teens. Prospective students are invited to attend an age-appropriate trial class during the week to experience the training environment before enrolling.

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Carlson Gracie Team – Central Florida Mma

BJJ

Eagle Lake, FL

Carlson Gracie Team – Central Florida Mma in Eagle Lake, FL offers training in BJJ.

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Carlson Gracie Team At Triple Crown Athletic

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Walton, KY

Carlson Gracie Team At Triple Crown Athletic is located at 11564 Dixie Hwy in Walton, Kentucky. Serving Northern Kentucky since 2010, Triple Crown Athletic is family-owned and operated by Damian Tanenbaum, Dustin Winterhalt, and Josh McMullen, housing the Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Team alongside Triple Crown CrossFit, the Stunt Actors Network, and the Will Clarke Experience. Co-founder and head coach Dustin Winterhalt wrestled for 15 years, compiled an 8-2 amateur and 9-1 professional MMA record, qualified four times for CrossFit Games regionals, and received his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt in 2023 from Master Carlson Gracie Jr. The academy's Carlson Gracie Team coaching roster includes 6 black belts. Martial arts and fitness programs cover Adult Gi, Adult NoGi, Kids Gi, Kids NoGi, Live Rolling, Open Mat, Cardio Striking and Kickboxing, and Functional Fitness, with classes running Monday through Saturday.

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Carlson Gracie Team Louisville

BJJ

Louisville, KY

Carlson Gracie Team Louisville in Louisville, KY, offers training in BJJ.

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Carlson Gracie Team Stamford

Martial Arts

Stamford, CT

Carlson Gracie TEAM - CT/Cesar Pereira BJJ is located at 76 Progress Drive, Suite 238 in Stamford, CT 06902. Head Instructor Cesar Pereira is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Black Belt 6th degree under Master Cassio Cardoso / Carlson Gracie Club Jiu-Jitsu. Bringing over 30 years of experience, he is a certified IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation) referee and has been teaching the Stamford community since Feburary 2011. The instructional team also includes adult and youth coaches Kenny, William, Rafael, and Zachariah. The curriculum features Adult BJJ, Fundamentals BJJ, Fundamentals No Gi BJJ, Adult No Gi BJJ, and Competition/Drills Class sessions. Youth programming is split by age groups, offering Little Kids BJJ (Ages 5-7), Big Kids BJJ (Ages 8-12), and corresponding No Gi classes. Students seeking personalized training can also schedule One on One Instruction.

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Carlson Gracie Tomball

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Tomball, TX

Carlson Gracie Tomball is located at 11790 Boudreaux Rd., Suite 290, in Tomball, TX 77375. The academy is owned and led by Head Instructor Professor Ryan "Stick" Stickney, a US Marine Corps Desert Storm veteran with over 33 years in law enforcement and military service who began training in 2002, coached for five years at Vera Jiu-Jitsu under Adrian Vera, and holds a 1st-degree BJJ black belt under Chad Robichaux. He is joined by Assistant Coach Trinity "Sticky" Stickney—a bilingual Spanish-speaking purple belt and JJWL and NAGA gold medalist—and part-time coach Sara "Bucco" Benjamin, a purple belt and former Division I collegiate lacrosse player. Classes run Monday through Saturday (with No-Gi on Wednesdays and Gi on all other training days) and include Pups Class (ages 4–6), Kids Class, Adult Lunch Class, Adult Fundamentals, Adult Advanced, Women's Only Class, and Adult Open Mat.

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Carlson Gracie Vilonia

Martial Arts

Vilonia, AR

Carlson Gracie Vilonia is located at 1 College St N in Vilonia, AR 72173. The academy delivers martial arts training under the banner of the Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Team for practitioners in Vilonia, Arkansas. Students and families can visit the academy to learn about class schedules and training options. The school was established in 2024 by Owner Blaise Casado, who directs instruction and traces his martial arts lineage to Jason Youseph and Master Carlson Gracie Jr. Casado originally formed plans for the academy alongside fellow competitor Jason Youseph while competing at Grappler's Quest in 2009. Class offerings at the facility include Kids Gi & No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu and Adults Gi & No Gi Jiu-Jitsu. The curriculum also provides dedicated training in Judo, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Wrestling, and Women's Jiu-Jitsu. Students can train across multiple combat disciplines to develop grappling and striking abilities.

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Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu

Gi
No-Gi

Temecula, CA

Carlson Gracie Wine Country Jiu Jitsu provides martial arts education and grappling training at 32828 Wolf Store Rd in Temecula, California. Founded in January 2017, the academy serves youth, teen, and adult students across Temecula with structured Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and competition training programs. The academy is owned and instructed by co-owners Salvatore Spinelli and Professor Asa Russell. Salvatore Spinelli is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Tom Cronin in the Carlson Gracie lineage, a Black Sash Senior Instructor in Kai Sai Wing Chun, and a Katalong Assistant Instructor in Filipino Martial Arts under Guro Darryl Vidal. Professor Asa Russell is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Tom Cronin who directs Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class instruction and student development. Coursework encompasses adult Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, competitive team training, kids jiu-jitsu, and teens jiu-jitsu. Training sessions guide practitioners through guard passing, takedowns, submission defense, and technical rolling repetitions within a structured training environment.

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Carlson Gracie wsnc/Eight Points

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Winston-Salem, NC

Carlson Gracie wsnc/Eight Points in Winston-Salem, NC offers Martial Arts training including Gi and No-Gi classes.

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Dynasty Jiu Jitsu

BJJ

Mint Hill, NC

Dynasty Jiu Jitsu in Mint Hill, NC, USA offers training in BJJ.

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Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Tucson, AZ

Jiu Jitsu in Tucson - Carlson Gracie BJJ Tucson offers training in No-Gi, Martial Arts, and Gi disciplines. It is located in Tucson, AZ, USA.

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OC Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Orange, CA

OC Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu operates at 3702 East Chapman Ave. Suite E in Orange, California. Affiliated with the Carlson Gracie lineage, the academy provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, self-defense systems, and ground combat instruction for children, teenagers, and adult practitioners in the Orange community. Instruction at the school guides students through fundamental positional control, guard passes, joint locks, and submission defenses. Coaches maintain a disciplined training environment prioritizing student safety, athletic development, and technical precision. Training sessions blend step-by-step technical instruction with situational drilling and supervised sparring. Academy programs are organized into age-appropriate training divisions. Youth instruction features Kids Martial Arts for ages 5 to 10 and Juniors Martial Arts for ages 10 to 15, teaching foundational grappling movements and personal discipline. Adults train in adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for participants ages 16 and older, covering beginner through advanced technique.

Exterior or interior of The Wolves Den Carlson Gracie South Gate

The Wolves Den Carlson Gracie South Gate

Martial Arts

South Gate, CA

The Wolves Den Carlson Gracie South Gate is the exact name shown for this record, which supplies South Gate, CA, USA and Martial Arts as its broad classification. South Gate provides the city reference, while CA and USA retain the state and country terms associated with the listing. Martial Arts is a broad umbrella category that may cover numerous combat disciplines, lineages, and traditions, without indicating any one of them for an individual record. In this case, that category is presented as the supplied trainingFocus for The Wolves Den Carlson Gracie South Gate. The description remains centered on the record's exact name, South Gate geography, California and United States context, and stated Martial Arts classification for straightforward directory use.

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UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont

Martial Arts

Upland, CA

UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont is listed in Upland, California, USA, with Martial Arts as its stated broad classification. The name combines University of Combat Sports with Carlson Gracie Claremont, presenting a distinctive multi-part title for this Upland record. Martial Arts is an umbrella category that can encompass many combat disciplines, physical traditions, and approaches from different regions and eras. Within this listing, Martial Arts provides the shared classification used to place UCS - University of Combat Sports, Carlson Gracie Claremont in context. The supplied location identifies Upland in CA, USA, while the full name remains the clearest reference point for distinguishing this record from other Martial Arts listings.

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606 BJJ/Carlson Gracie Corbin

Gi
No-Gi

Corbin, KY

606 BJJ/Carlson Gracie Corbin is located in Corbin, KY, USA. It offers training in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Black Sheep BJJ/Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu El Paso

Gi
No-Gi

El Paso, TX

Black Sheep BJJ is a martial arts training gym in El Paso, Texas, offering instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and mixed martial arts. The school serves kids, teens, and adults with programs designed for general physical fitness, practical self-defense, and athletic competition. Training is structured around progressive skill development and conditioning. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction concentrates on ground control, transitions, and submissions in both gi and no-gi formats. Judo classes focus on balance, throwing techniques, and safe falling skills that support upright and ground grappling. The weekly schedule provides designated group times, including Kids Gi BJJ for ages 4 to 8 and ages 9 to 14, youth no-gi classes, home school BJJ, and adult sessions. Prospective students can tour the facility and take an introductory consultation, while visiting grapplers can join training sessions via daily drop-in passes.

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Carlson Gracie

Chicago, IL

Carlson Gracie in Chicago, Illinois stands out primarily due to its namesake connection to the legendary Carlson Gracie lineage, which has shaped many champions worldwide. The gym's affiliation remains unspecified, but its identity signals a firm commitment to traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu values and techniques. Situated in a vibrant urban environment, this Chicago gym benefits from a diverse, j iu-jitsu community eager to engage with authentic Gracie-style training. While the specific disciplines taught here are not detailed, practitioners can anticipate a strong emphasis on classic BJJ fundamentals. Carlson Gracie Chicago's presence reinforces the city's status as a hub for serious martial arts training; Its exact training amenities and schedule have not been disclosed, leaving potential members to explore firsthand what differentiates this gym's experience from others nearby.

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Carlson Gracie - Gominha

Martial Arts
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No-Gi

Las Vegas, NV

Carlson Gracie - Gominha in Las Vegas, NV, USA, offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi.

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Carlson Gracie - Southern Headquarters

Martial Arts

Conroe, TX

Carlson Gracie Houston is a martial arts school and training academy located at 1212 S Frazier St in Conroe, Texas. The academy serves students throughout the local area, offering instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, striking disciplines, and functional conditioning. Grappling training focuses on the traditional Carlson Gracie lineage, emphasizing ground control, positional transitions, sweeps, and submissions in both gi and no-gi formats. Striking classes feature technical boxing and kickboxing instruction, incorporating pad work, partner drills, defensive guard positioning, and cardiovascular conditioning designed for fitness and combat readiness. Class schedules accommodate introductory students, intermediate practitioners, and competitive athletes. Youth and adult members train in an environment that reinforces discipline, personal growth, and mutual respect on the practice mats. Prospective students can explore the school's programs through a fourteen-day pass offering unlimited classes.

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Carlson Gracie Academy

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No-Gi

Winter Garden, FL

Carlson Gracie Academy in Winter Garden, FL, USA offers training in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team

Muay Thai
Striking

Albuquerque, NM

Carlson Gracie Albuquerque Brazilian JiuJitsu, Coyote Team delivers traditional grappling instruction and physical conditioning at 8430 Washington Pl NE in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The academy conducts martial arts programs for children, adolescents, and adult practitioners across the greater Albuquerque area. Head instructor and academy owner Master Daniel Coyote Souza holds a seventh-degree coral belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Born in Rio de Janeiro and raised in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Souza began practicing Judo in 1981 and started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in 1985 under eighth-degree coral belt Master Rui Diniz Ferreira and tenth-degree red belt Grand Master Hilton Leao Silva. Instructional offerings encompass adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kids and Teens Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai striking, no-gi submission grappling, and access to an on-site fitness center. Prospective practitioners can enroll in an introductory three-day trial to experience the mat environment.

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Carlson Gracie Ashland

Martial Arts
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No-Gi

Ashland, OR

Carlson Gracie Ashland in Ashland, OR, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Brookfield

BJJ
No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Brookfield, CT

Carlson Gracie Brookfield stands out in Brookfield for its comprehensive training in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as well as other martial arts disciplines. The gym provides practitioners with diverse options to develop well-rounded grappling skills adaptable to competition or self-defense contexts. Its affiliation is not publicly documented, allowing the focus to remain on trading skill sets and personal progression in a dedicated environment. Located in the USA, this academy caters to students prioritizing a balanced approach that incorporates traditional martial arts elements alongside modern Jiu-Jitsu techniques. The atmosphere promotes consistent improvement through rigorous drills and sparring, helping students build confidence and technical mastery; Situated in Brookfield,; the facility attracts local athletes aiming for a solid foundation in multiple grappling formats without limiting themselves to a single style or competition circuit.

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Carlson Gracie Broward County

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

North Lauderdale, FL

Carlson Gracie Broward County in North Lauderdale, FL offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Carrollton

Carrollton, TX

Carlson Gracie Carrollton is located in Carrollton, TX, USA.

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Carlson Gracie Castle Rock

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Castle Rock, CO

Carlson Gracie Castle Rock is located in Castle Rock, CO, USA. It offers Martial Arts training including Gi and No-Gi classes.

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Carlson Gracie Central Coast

Martial Arts
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No-Gi

Atascadero, CA

Carlson Gracie Central Coast is located in Atascadero, CA, USA. The gym offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Charlotte

No-Gi
Martial Arts
Gi

Mint Hill, NC

Carlson Gracie Charlotte in Mint Hill, North Carolina, focuses on a comprehensive mix of Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi training, fostering versatility in its practitioners. The gym's curriculum emphasizes dynamic techniques suitable for both sport competition and self-defense scenarios. Its location serves the Charlotte metro area, providing access to martial artists seeking a broad-based approach. Students at Carlson Gracie Charlotte benefit from an integrated training environment that supports development across different disciplines within Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The program's diversity allows practitioners to adapt fluidly between traditional Gi techniques and the more fluid, fast-paced No-Gi style. This balance prepares members to compete or train with confidence, reflecting the gym's well; rounded instruction philosophy.

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Carlson Gracie Columbus

Martial Arts

Columbus, OH

Carlson Gracie Columbus appears as a Martial Arts listing associated with Columbus, OH, USA. The exact name Carlson Gracie Columbus is presented alongside that city, state, country, and broad classification, creating a clear geographic reference for this entry. Martial Arts is an umbrella category that can encompass many combat disciplines, cultural traditions, and approaches to physical practice, while remaining broad enough to avoid assigning any particular approach to an individual name. In this case, Martial Arts is the sole supplied focus attached to Carlson Gracie Columbus, Columbus, OH, USA. The listing therefore serves as a concise identification of the named entry within the supplied Columbus geography and the broad Martial Arts category, preserving the wording of the name while keeping the city, state, country, and classification easy to recognize.

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Carlson Gracie Costa Mesa

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No-Gi

Costa Mesa, CA

Carlson Gracie Costa Mesa in Costa Mesa, CA offers training in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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Carlson Gracie Dayton Hq

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Huber Heights, OH

Carlson Gracie Dayton Hq operates at 4644 Brandt Pike in Huber Heights, Ohio, as an official affiliate academy of the Carlson Gracie Team. The school was founded by Owner and Head Instructor Travis Haynes, who holds a 4th-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a black belt in Judo, a black belt in Hayastan Grappling under Gokor Chivichyan, and a brown belt in traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu. Haynes began training in Judo and Karate around 1984, trained in Brazil with Roberto "Roleta" Magalhaes, Anibal Braga, and Ricardo De La Riva, and earned his BJJ black belt under the BJJ Revolution Team while training directly under Master Carlson Gracie Jr. The Huber Heights academy offers Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo across Kids classes for ages 6 to 12 focusing on fundamentals, coordination, and agility drills, Teens and Adults classes covering takedowns, leg locks, and escapes, Private Lessons, and a free trial class.

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Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills

Martial Arts
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No-Gi

El Dorado Hills, CA

Carlson Gracie El Dorado Hills in El Dorado Hills, CA, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie El Paso

Martial Arts
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No-Gi

El Paso, TX

Carlson Gracie El Paso in El Paso, TX offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi disciplines.

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Carlson Gracie Elite Wrestling

Gi
No-Gi

Channahon, IL

Carlson Gracie Elite Wrestling offers Gi and No-Gi training in Channahon, IL, USA.

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Carlson Gracie Gainesville

Martial Arts

Gainesville, FL

Carlson Gracie Gainesville operates a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy located at 2727 NW 43rd St, Suite 6B in Gainesville, Florida. Founded on the traditional values of the Carlson Gracie team, the school offers structured grappling instruction focused on self-defense, technical development, and physical fitness. Inquiries regarding class schedules and enrollment can be made by calling (352) 747-9062. The academy was founded by head instructor Dr. Craig Sainz, a second-degree black belt and Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Sainz emphasizes safe, intelligent training mechanics that allow practitioners to develop effective martial arts skills while minimizing injury risks, supporting both recreational students and competitive grapplers. Class programming accommodates practitioners at every stage of their Jiu-Jitsu journey, offering foundational instruction, intermediate drills, and sparring rounds. Students train in gi techniques alongside specialized self-defense series, learning to control opponents through superior positioning and submission holds in a disciplined environment.

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Carlson Gracie Garden Grove

Martial Arts
Gi
No-Gi

Garden Grove, CA

Carlson Gracie Garden Grove in Garden Grove, CA, USA offers training in Martial Arts, Gi, and No-Gi.

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Carlson Gracie Gastonia

Gastonia, NC

Carlson Gracie Gastonia is located in Gastonia, NC, USA.

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Carlson Gracie Gilbert

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Gilbert, AZ

Carlson Gracie Gilbert is a BJJ gym located in Gilbert, AZ, USA.

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