CARLSON GRACIE SOUTH BAY

Anyone with an undying passion to be the best, can achieve greatness.
— PROFESSOR ANDRE ALEMAO

Carlson Gracie South Bay is a gym where one sword sharpens another. The family environment cultivated here is the driving force of our students success and also what inspires and motivates them. We truly believe that when a team feels like a family, they will go to great lengths to support each other and push one another to be the best they can be.

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING.

  • Professor André Vasconcellos is not only the most genuinely friendly and welcoming teacher, but he is beyond giving. He has helped so many of his students find moves that are tailored to their individual games. He has learned more from various specialists to help expand his vast array of knowledge. And in doing so, no doubt has sacrificed developing his own game. I'm trying to say that he is THAT devoted to teaching.

    BERTRAND W.

  • This is a great place to train and call home. Andre is a great professor full of wealth and knowledge of jiu jitsu. He is overall one of the nicest guys I have ever met in BJJ. He always takes the time to meet you where you are at and works with you until you are able to completely understand the technique. A great professor to learn and grow your sport game from white belt to beyond. No egos here. The training partners here are great to be around with as they bring a friendly approachable atmosphere. Makes it easy for a white belt to settle in easily. I highly recommend going to this place.

    JESTIN I.

  • There is zero macho attitude in this academy and why I decided to train here. I've always wanted to train BJJ but never did because I hated the macho vibe I felt every where else. As soon as you step in you will most likely be greeted by Andre the professor (4th Degree Black Belt this year) in an extremely friendly and welcoming manner. This is actually the reason I decided to train here, because I felt so welcomed.

    NESTER O.

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