Norfolk based Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy specializing in grappling and self-defense.
Teaching the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Street-Defense to adults and youth regardless of gender, size, strength, or athletic ability. We are associated under 8th degree Red and White Belt, Master Luiz Palhares, our Chief Instructor is former UFC fighter and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Professor Mackens Semerzier.
05/11/2026
More than a workout. More than a sport.
Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, discipline, and real toughness — on and off the mats.
Every roll makes you better. 🥋🔥
✅ Real self-defense
✅ Mental strength
✅ Strong community
Whether you’re brand new or experienced, there’s a place for you here.
📩 DM “ROLL” to start your first class FREE.
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03/17/2026
Find your peace in the chaos 🧘🏾♂️
03/12/2026
I never seen a wild thing feel sorry for itself…
It doesn’t happen often as hard safe training is our priority but ish happens and we overcome and adapt.
Big ups to everyone that stopped and made it a point to help where they could. The wolf is as strong as the pack.
02/26/2026
Congratulations to the hard workers of our Youth BJJ team!!! Parents and Coaches included!!!
02/19/2026
Happy Birthday Coach 🎂🎂🎂
02/12/2026
Great training with the 8pm crew tonight at
Plant the seed and watch it grow 🌱
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02/05/2026
Breading winners on and off the mat. Our youth BJJ program is an excellent pairing of discipline, respect, and teamwork.
Coach and working through an attack series from the closed guard.
We will have a photo crew stopping by tonight at 8pm to document some of training this evening.
We hope to see you there!
| Monday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 7pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Thursday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Friday | 7pm - 10pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 11am |