Emerson Souza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Welcome to Emerson Souza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, your new home for authentic BJJ training in Baldwin, NY! We are thrilled to announce our recent move to a new, state-of-the-art facility located at 2420 Grand Ave. Baldwin, NY 11510. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where students of all ages and skill levels can learn the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from world-class instructors. We invite you to explore our programs and join our community of passionate martial artists.

Our History

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) has its roots in ancient Japanese martial arts, which were refined and developed by the samurai warrior class. At Emerson Souza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, we continue this proud tradition by offering world-class instruction in a modern setting. Our academy is led by Professor Emerson Souza, a world champion martial artist with over 30 years of experience in BJJ. Under Professor Souza's guidance, our students learn the techniques, strategies, and values that have made BJJ one of the fastest-growing martial arts in the world.

Our Instructors

Our instructors are passionate about teaching BJJ and dedicated to helping our students achieve their goals. Each of our black belts has a wealth of experience in both training and competition, and they bring this knowledge and expertise to every class they teach. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, our instructors will help you develop your skills and reach your full potential.

Classes and Programs

At Emerson Souza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, we offer a wide range of classes and programs for students of all ages and skill levels. Our adult classes include BJJ fundamentals, advanced live rolls, and open mat sessions. Our kids' program focuses on self-defense, discipline, and confidence-building, and our young samurai classes are designed to challenge and engage older children. We also offer conditioning classes to help students develop their strength and endurance.

Class Schedule

We offer classes seven days a week, with early morning and evening options available for busy adults. Our kids' classes are scheduled after school and on weekends, making it easy to fit training into your family's schedule. Our class schedule is as follows:

• Sunday: BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, open mat
• Monday: BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, little ninjas (ages 5-7), young samurai (ages 8+)
• Tuesday: Early morning BJJ, BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, little ninjas, young samurai
• Wednesday: BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, little ninjas, young samurai
• Thursday: Early morning BJJ, BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, little ninjas, young samurai
• Friday: BJJ fundamentals, advanced live roll, little ninjas, young samurai
• Saturday: Conditioning, open mat

Adult Jiu Jitsu Classes

Our adult BJJ classes are designed to provide a challenging and engaging workout for students of all skill levels. Our fundamentals classes focus on the basic techniques and principles of BJJ, while our advanced live roll classes allow students to practice and refine their skills in a controlled and supportive environment. Our instructors provide personalized feedback and guidance to help students achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Kids Jiu Jitsu and Self-Defense Classes

Our kids' BJJ program is designed to teach self-defense, discipline, and confidence-building techniques in a fun and engaging environment. Our little ninjas classes are geared towards children ages 5-7, and our young samurai classes are designed for older children ages 8+. Our experienced instructors use a proven curriculum to teach students the techniques and strategies of BJJ, while also emphasizing the importance of respect, discipline, and sportsmanship.

We believe that martial arts training can have a positive impact on all areas of a child's life, from their physical health and well-being, to their mental and emotional development. Our kids' classes are a great way to help your child develop the skills and values they need to succeed in life.

Join Our Community

At Emerson Souza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy, we believe that martial arts training is about more than just learning techniques and strategies. It's about building a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for learning and self-improvement. When you join our academy, you'll become part of a supportive and welcoming community of martial artists who are dedicated to helping each other grow and succeed.

We invite you to visit our new location at 2420 Grand Ave. Baldwin, NY 11510 and speak with our program director about our programs and classes. We offer a free trial class for new students, so you can experience the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for yourself. We look forward to seeing you on the mat!