 [ ACADEMY INFORMATION ]
The Evolution Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Academy is the only academy in Ohio affiliated with Team Royler Gracie – David Adiv.
Our Program and
Curriculum
Evolution Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy stays true to the Jiu-Jitsu taught at the Gracie
Humaitá Academy in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We offer a balanced curriculum of sport,
no-gi, self defense and no-rules (vale tudo) fighting. The emphasis is on ground-fighting
but we also cover takedowns with and without the kimono (uniform).
In the beginning stages of your
training we emphasize the fundamental and basic techniques that will eventually be your
solid foundation for this exciting martial art. Because the techniques are constantly
changing and evolving in Brazil, we try to offer the most up-to-date techniques coming out
of the competition scene in Rio.
Competition
Competition is a fun aspect of this martial art and is a fun and safe way to test and
apply your skills. We recommend competition but do not make it a requirement for your
progress. Many students just like to train for their own reasons other than competition
such as self defense, fitness...etc.
Self-Defense
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a great self defense system for men and women. Gracie/Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu has a full curriculum of self defense techniques (defesa pessoal) that are used
against common street attacks such as headlocks, bear hugs, rape situations...etc.
Getting in Shape
Training at our academy will be a great way to become and stay fit! The beautiful thing
about training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is that you will be having a lot of fun while you're
getting in shape. Students lose weight without even focusing on it. You will also be
learning an incredibly effective martial art at the same time.
Supplement your Current
Martial Arts Training
Many students at Evolution Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy are students and instructors of
other martial arts themselves. We have a very open mind and our students do also. As many
of you know Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a wonderful supplement to striking based martial arts
such as tae kwon do, karate, kickboxing, etc. Many martial artists know Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu will make them a more balanced and complete fighter.
Rank
We use the traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grading system that is used in Brazil. Belts
progress from White to Blue, Purple, Brown and finally Black. We also use a 4 stripe
system on the white belt. This system has proven to be very successful in guaranteeing
that the student learns the fundamental techniques before he/she reaches the first and
often toughest rank, the Blue Belt. Rank can be difficult to achieve in Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu and can take some time. Unlike many other endeavours, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is
primarily focused on effective technique. As many practitioners like to say, “It all
comes out on the mat”. As a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, one must truly be able
to represent, in real situations, the skills that are requisite with the rank. Many people
will agree that once rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is achieved it can be very rewarding.
Location
Our academy is located at the following address:
Evolution Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Team Royler Gracie-David Adiv
3965 Mayfield Road
(inside Cleveland Aikikai)
Cleveland Heights, OH 44121
Phone: 216-534-2033
Email: rgda_ohio@hotmail.com
Feel free to stop by to watch or
participate in a class. Everyone is welcome and the first class is free. |
