Comprido BJJ / Brasa BJJ Highland Park operates out of Highwood, Illinois, under the Brasa Comprido Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu banner. While specific details about the founder or head instructor are not listed, the academy carries the Comprido name, which traces back to the lineage of Leonardo “Comprido” Vieira, a respected black belt known for his technical approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The school emphasizes martial arts as a lifelong journey that cultivates humility, patience, and continuous learning, values that align with traditional BJJ philosophy. The academy offers classes for a broad age range, starting with its kids’ program for children as young as four. These sessions focus on building confidence and self-defense skills in a structured environment that balances discipline with enjoyment. Adult classes cover both fundamental and advanced techniques, aiming to improve fitness, self-defense, and competitive spirit. Instruction is delivered in a no-ego atmosphere, fostering a training space where athletes at different levels support each other’s progress. Training includes gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as the core discipline, with the academy’s schedule designed to accommodate various skill levels. The facility is wheelchair accessible, reflecting attention to inclusivity. New students begin with a free introductory class and a personalized plan to integrate them into the program. This approach underscores the academy’s practical focus on helping individuals develop martial arts skills through consistent, guided practice rather than promotional claims.
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Part of Brasa — the affiliation currently ranks #30 on the IBJJF gi academy ranking.
Team affiliation ranking — reflects the competition results of the wider Brasa team across all its academies, not this location alone.
From public IBJJF & ADCC 2025–26 season rankings (data as of Jun 2, 2026). ADCC figures reflect this gym's own competitors; the IBJJF rank is its affiliation's standing, shared across all its academies.
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