Akxe Jiu Jitsu Academy

Akxe Jiu Jitsu Academy in Agoura Hills is led by Professor Rodrigo Carvalho, a fifth-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt whose journey began at age 11 in Rio de Janeiro. Carvalho trained under Octavio Couto (“Ratinho”) and Vinicius Campelo at the renowned Alliance academy, establishing a technical lineage that traces directly through Rickson Gracie and Marcelo Behring. With more than 30 years of experience, Carvalho’s teaching draws on deep roots in the art as well as a global coaching career that includes introducing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Slovenia, Croatia, and northern Italy before relocating to Southern California in 2011 at the invitation of UFC champion Bas Rutten. At Akxe, Carvalho emphasizes both technical efficiency and long-term athletic health, applying principles of biomechanics and injury prevention throughout the curriculum. The academy offers gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for adults and teens, with structured progression from fundamentals to advanced classes, including a dedicated masterclass for students over 40. Kids’ programs start as young as age three, with carefully designed instruction for ages 3–7, 5–7, and 8–14, and advanced youth classes for older children. Muay Thai and MMA are also part of the schedule, reflecting the coaching staff’s broader background in martial arts. Akxe supports students interested in both self-defense and high-level competition, with regular opportunities to test skills at major tournaments. The academy is also home to the Fight For A Kid charity, which helps underprivileged youth from Brazil pursue training and international competition, sometimes leading to professional careers as instructors. Day-to-day, Akxe maintains high standards for safety, discipline, and technical detail, shaped by Carvalho’s international experience and commitment to developing the next generation of martial artists.

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