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RODRIGO PINHEIRO BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU of La Vernia Texas
"Be the the best you can be under the guidance and instruction of one of the finest Jiu-Jitsu professors in the world"
What is Brizillian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the fighting art developed from traditional Jiu-Jitsu by the Gracie family of Brazil. Even though BJJ contains standup techniques for winning a fight, it is famous for its devastating ground fighting techniques. BJJ was specifically developed to allow a smaller person to defeat a larger person by sophisticated application of leverage and technique. Gaining a superior position on your opponent and applying a myriad of chokes, holds, locks and joint manipulations is the foundation of this martial art. BJJ is normally practiced in a gi, which serves as a tool to give the student a greater element of control.
Meet Our Professor
Professor Richar Nogueira is from Sao Carlos, Brazil and is a top 10 competitor in the world! He is a black belt under Cicero Costha, having also worked extensively with coaches Alexandre "Tatinho" Lopes, Mauro Pacífico and João Maceira. Widely regarded as one of his generation's top featherweights, Richar's reputation was earned while competing for the PSLPB team (Projeto Social Lutando Pelo Bem), with whom he conquered important medals at the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), European Open and South American Championships. In coming to America, he has found home here in La Vernia and his Jiu-Jitsu family with his Professor Rodrigo Pinheiro of San Antonio Texas. Richar’s dream is to inspire his students to compete, as he has, and strive to become World Champions. We are blessed to have him. #RPBJJweare
Our Facilities
Located off Highway 87 next to Witte's Barbeque. Our facilties are newly remodeled, clean and spacious. Come see how you can be part of this amazing program. Since 2021.