There are so many types of Martial Arts forms to choose from, we would like to highlight what sets Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu apart from the others.

ITS DOMINANCE.
Royce Gracie showed the world the effectiveness of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1993 when he defeated multiple opponents in one night… again and again. He took little to no damage per fight even though his opponents were 20, 30 and in some cases 50 pounds heavier than himself.

ITS UNIQUENESS.
Most martial arts neglect the fact that over 90% of fights go to the ground. There is no other martial art as effective at fighting in a clinch or on the ground as Jiu-Jitsu.

ITS RELEVANCE.
Jiu-Jitsu has so much to offer. Let’s face it, real life physical confrontations don’t begin with a “ready set go”. Many times an unsuspecting victim is grabbed on the shoulder, around the neck or tackled to the ground before they even know what hit them. This is exactly where the Jiu-Jitsu practitioner is comfortable. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu prepares one for any type of attack; whether it is standing or on the ground.

IT’S PERFECT FOR MEN AND WOMEN

It doesn’t matter whether you’re short or tall.  It doesn’t matter if you think you are in the best shape of your life, or can’t remember the last time you had a really good workout.

YOU CAN’T MISS THIS

Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training program at Neutral Grounds is real training for all ages. We offer practical applications for real life situations. This program has been designed for anyone who wants to pay one flat rate and receive the best personalized Jiu-Jitsu training. There are no hidden fees or testing fees because we want to focus on giving you and your family the best workout that you can get in the Frisco area!

Royce Gracie is the son of the legendary Hélio Gracie who is the father figure of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) along with his brother Carlos Gracie. He was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil . Royce learned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from his father and his older brothers Rorion Gracie, Relson Gracie, and Rickson Gracie.

November 12, 1993 marked a massive change in the life of Royce Gracie after his brother, Rorion Gracie, devised the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) which put fighters of various martial arts together to see who came out on top. There were 16 fighters with the likes of Ken Shamrock who would take up the challenge. Royce Gracie, at less than 180lbs, was chosen to represent Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and showcase it to the world as a system that could defeat much larger opponents.

Rodrigo Gracie (born March 11, 1975) is a retired Brazilian professional mixed martial artist, a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.
ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship
ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Gold Medalist – 1998
ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship Bronze Medalist – 2001
North American Grappling Association
4-Time North American Grappling Association Champion
Undefeated in PRIDE Fighting Championships (4-0)
K-1 Hero’s 2006 Light Heavyweight Grand Prix Quarterfinalist
MARS Japan
MARS World Grand Prix Finalist

 

Evaldo Lima is a Black Belt under Royce Gracie and Rodrigo Gracie. Evaldo is Rodrigo’s only Black Belt. He has been studying the art of Gracie/Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for 19 years and counting. Born in Goias, Brazil he was active in the Brazilian Airforce and studied Pathology for 4 yrs. He moved to the U.S. in his twenties & has been a Long Beach, CA resident for 25 yrs. “It is an honor to learn this art directly from the source and to be involved in such a great art. This art was taught only to the royal family in Japan & to become a part of it is such an honor. Jiu-Jitsu has taught me Self Respect, Respect of Life & SELF DEFENSE. Jiu-Jitsu is a way of life.”
Evaldo is Professor Matt Jones’ current and only instructor.