127 BJJ, LLC

127 BJJ, LLC is led by Professor Eamon Knittel, a 4th-degree black belt with over 30 years of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience. Eamon began training in the mid-1990s and spent over a decade under Rosendo Diaz, receiving his black belt promotion in 2008 from Rosendo Diaz, David Adiv, and Royler Gracie. He opened 127 BJJ in Manayunk, Philadelphia, in 2009, aiming to provide quality instruction grounded in a tradition that emphasizes continuous learning. The academy regularly hosts seminars with visiting instructors, reflecting Eamon’s belief that growth never stops, even after decades on the mats. Training at 127 BJJ is structured around both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering students the chance to develop a broad skill set. Gi classes focus on traditional techniques using the kimono, while no-gi sessions cater to those with some grappling background or experience in other martial arts. The academy also incorporates self-defense principles, teaching methods to control opponents safely and effectively, a practical approach that aligns with its roots in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Classes serve adults from the surrounding neighborhoods of Manayunk, Roxborough, and East Falls, welcoming newcomers without prior martial arts experience. Drop-in students are accepted, and the schedule supports steady progression through fundamentals and more advanced techniques. The academy’s location on Leverington Avenue situates it conveniently near Main Street in Manayunk, making it accessible to local practitioners who value both tradition and ongoing technical development.

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