Atlas Jiu Jitsu

Atlas Jiu Jitsu in Albany, NY is led by head professor Edward Anthony, a 3rd-degree black belt under Julio “Foca” Fernandez and an accomplished competitor with multiple national and international titles. Edward’s jiu-jitsu roots go back to early training at Renzo Gracie NYC under John Danaher, and his teaching draws from a deep competition history that includes Pan American gold medals, a World Silver Medal, and several number-one IBJJF world rankings in both gi and no-gi divisions. The Albany location is part of a broader Atlas network, but Edward’s leadership and hands-on presence provide the foundation for the local academy’s character and high-level instruction. The academy’s curriculum puts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu front and center, offering both gi and no-gi classes for adults and a dedicated children’s program. The “Tiny Titans” kids’ classes, led by coach Steve “Booyah” Flannigan and assistant coach Leslie Pigott, are designed for ages 4 to 14 and focus on building skills, discipline, and confidence. For teens and adults, Atlas runs a structured progression through fundamentals and advanced BJJ, reinforced by regular open mat sessions where students can test techniques and roll with a variety of training partners. The academy also incorporates wrestling, judo, and striking, including kickboxing and MMA classes, broadening the skill set available to students interested in takedowns, self-defense, or crossing over to mixed martial arts. Atlas Jiu Jitsu welcomes drop-in visitors and traveling grapplers, and families often train side by side thanks to programs tailored for both kids and adults. The Albany location is wheelchair accessible and draws students from across the Capital Region, including Delmar and Latham. With a coaching team that includes experienced competitors and specialists in both grappling and striking, Atlas offers a practical blend of traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and modern combat sports under one roof.

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