Business Details
20 Years
experience
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training in Norwalk, CT
At Submit! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we have dedicated ourselves to teaching the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to students of all ages and skill levels in Fairfield County for over seven years. Our mission is to provide top-tier training that fosters mental, physical, and spiritual balance, empowering individuals to achieve their unique goals in a safe and positive environment. With a team of highly skilled black belt instructors, we offer programs tailored to children, adults, and families, emphasizing self-defense, fitness, confidence-building, and competitive excellence.Our approach combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to creating a supportive community where students grow stronger in mind, body, and character. Whether you seek personal development, practical self-defense skills, or tournament preparation, our academy provides the tools and guidance to help you succeed.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Children's Program
Women's Program
Men's Gi & No Gi Training
Youth's Program
Self-Defense Instruction
Fitness & Flexibility Workshops
Competition Preparation
Private Lessons
Group Training Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Our team includes certified black belt instructors with decades of combined experience.
- We offer age-specific programs for children, women, and adults tailored to individual goals.
- Our academy prioritizes a safe, inclusive environment for all skill levels.
- Proven success in competitive grappling tournaments at regional and national levels.
- Free trial week available to experience our training philosophy firsthand.
What people say
Experienced instructors
Family-friendly environment
Effective training
Competition success
Safe atmosphere
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Classes
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes teach practical self-defense techniques while improving physical fitness and mental discipline. Students learn leverage-based strategies to defend against larger opponents through structured drills and sparring sessions. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications, competitive tournament preparation, and progressive skill development for all experience levels.
Children's Program
Designed for ages 5-14, this program combines fun with essential life skills like discipline, confidence, and motor coordination. Kids learn effective self-defense techniques while developing physical strength and resilience in a supportive environment that discourages bullying and peer pressure through structured martial arts instruction.
Women's Program
This specialized program empowers women through practical BJJ techniques that enhance body awareness and confidence. Participants gain proven self-defense strategies against sexual assault while improving physical fitness and mental focus in a women-only training environment that prioritizes comfort and personal growth.
Competition Preparation
Our competition program develops elite grappling skills for students aiming to compete in regional and national tournaments. Athletes receive advanced technical instruction, strategic sparring sessions, and mental conditioning to excel in both gi and no-gi divisions, with a proven track record of podium finishes in major events.
Private Lessons
Tailored one-on-one sessions allow focused skill development based on individual goals and experience levels. Students receive customized instruction on specific techniques, competition strategies, or self-defense scenarios while benefiting from direct feedback and accelerated progress through dedicated instructor attention.
People
Nelson Alves
Head Instructor
A black belt under Paulo Caruso with over 25 years of teaching experience, Nelson founded Submit! BJJ's Long Island academies and trains law enforcement professionals while leading our Norwalk location since 2006.
Ehson Shafie
Competitive Coach
With multiple tournament wins since 2001, Ehson specializes in competitive strategy development and has trained at Submit! BJJ since its inception, mentoring students to success in regional and national grappling championships.
Dana Weisbrot
Senior Instructor
A black belt under Nelson Alves, Dana brings extensive martial arts experience from Jeet Kune Do and Gracie systems, focusing on technical precision and practical self-defense applications for adult students since 2006.
Questions
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art focusing on ground fighting and submission holds, enabling smaller individuals to defend against larger opponents using leverage and technique.
Is there a beginners class available?
We integrate beginners with experienced practitioners for faster learning, ensuring safety and mentorship in a collaborative environment.
Do I need to be in shape before starting BJJ?
No prior fitness level is required; BJJ training itself improves endurance, strength, and flexibility over time.
Are classes offered for children?
Yes, our children's program builds discipline, confidence, and physical skills in a safe, engaging atmosphere.
What should I wear to my first class?
Wear standard workout clothes; specialized gear like a gi can be acquired after your initial trial period.
