Business Details
Your Premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training Destination
Founded by 4th Degree Black Belt Marcello C. Monteiro, our association represents over 25 years of dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction. We provide world-class training directly under certifications from IBJJF, JJGF, and F.J-J. Rio, the oldest BJJ federation in Brazil. Our comprehensive curriculum spans white to black belt levels with over 1,000 video techniques accessible globally through our online academy. As an international organization with affiliates on every major continent, we offer in-person instruction at our Indianapolis headquarters, Las Vegas HQ, and partner academies worldwide.Marcello's expertise, developed through decades of training with legends like Ricardo De La Riva and Rickson Gracie, forms the foundation of our teaching methodology. We maintain strict technical standards through official belt testing procedures and support students through competitive preparation, self-defense training, and MMA foundation development.
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes
Online Training Programs
Seminars & Workshops
Instructor Certification
Kids Martial Arts
Highlights and features
- Internationally recognized certification from major BJJ federations
- Over 25 years of expert instruction from 4th Degree Black Belt
- Step-by-step curriculum accessible globally through online academy
- Regular international seminars and instructor development programs
- Officially recognized belt testing and certification procedures
Associations and certifications
- IBJJF
- JJGF
- F.J-J. Rio
What people say
World-class instruction
Proven technical expertise
Helped many champions
Legendary status in BJJ
Transformative training methodology
Services
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes
Structured Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction follows official IBJJF point systems and minimum belt progression timelines. Classes accommodate all ages from children's programs starting at age 4 through adult training. Our curriculum emphasizes technical mastery of guard positions, submission techniques, and competitive strategies developed through decades of experience with BJJ legends. Training sessions focus on self-defense applications, sport competition preparation, and MMA foundation development while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and belt ranking standards.
Online Training Programs
Access over 1,000 instructional videos featuring Marcello C. Monteiro's comprehensive white-to-black belt curriculum. The platform includes specialized No-Gi techniques, competition footage analysis, and searchable technical libraries available through mobile app integration. Students benefit from structured lesson plans, training notes functionality, and exclusive access to private groups for advanced members. Content updates include both modern techniques and foundational moves documented from Marcello's original 1998-1999 VHS recordings.
Seminars & Workshops
Host weekend intensive seminars or one-day workshops led by Marcello C. Monteiro. Sessions cover advanced technical demonstrations, position analysis, and strategy development with options for three-hour intensives or four-hour masterclasses. Host academies receive comprehensive support including liability waivers, promotional material approval, and equipment guidelines. Special arrangements include airport transportation, accommodation coordination, and customized training schedules for host locations within two hours of our Las Vegas headquarters.
Instructor Certification
Professional BJJ instructor certification follows minimum age requirements and technical proficiency standards across belt ranks. Our program supports existing instructors seeking affiliation through official patch recognition and curriculum endorsement. Members gain access to business development resources including marketing strategies, lesson planning tools, and academy operational frameworks. Certification maintains alignment with international tournament rules and technical evolution while preserving traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu principles.
Kids Martial Arts
Age-specific Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training for children starting at age 4 through 15. The curriculum focuses on fundamental movement patterns, discipline, and self-defense while following safety restrictions for youth competitors. Training emphasizes physical development including flexibility enhancement, muscle definition, and coordination improvement. Our youth program prepares students for competitive participation within regulated weight classes while maintaining technical progression timelines that ensure safe belt advancement according to established minimum age requirements.
People
Marcello C. Monteiro
Founder/President
4th Degree Black Belt with over 25 years professional instruction. Trained under Ricardo De La Riva and Rickson Gracie. Authored first No-Gi BJJ book 'Secret Positions' and holds certifications from IBJJF, JJGF, and F.J-J. Rio. Developed internationally recognized curriculum adopted by 50+ schools across six continents.
Questions
What Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs do you offer?
We provide adult and children's classes, online training programs, instructor certification, competitive preparation, and private lessons. Our curriculum includes both Gi and No-Gi techniques following official tournament rules.
How can I join the BJJ Coach Association?
Contact us to receive official BJJ Rank Certificates, access to global training facilities, business development tools, and discounted training events. Members gain access to our full curriculum and instructor support network.
Are online BJJ training programs available?
Our online academy offers over 1,000 video techniques with structured curriculum from white to black belt levels. Features include searchable technical libraries, training notes, and mobile app access with downloadable content.
How do I host a Marcello Monteiro seminar?
Contact our Indianapolis HQ to coordinate seminar options ranging from two-day intensives to one-day workshops. We provide equipment guidelines, waiver forms, and promotional material approval for host locations.
What belt certification options exist?
Official belt testing follows IBJJF standards with minimum time requirements. Students under non-brown belt instructors must test annually with Marcello or approved affiliates for colored belt certifications.
Do you offer business development for instructors?
We provide marketing strategies, lesson planning tools, and academy operational frameworks to help instructors grow their martial arts businesses while maintaining technical curriculum standards.
