66 Frankfort St, New York, NY
East Side Brazilian Jiu Jitsu / Grapple Box is led by Professor Chris Reymann, a second-degree black belt under Renzo Gracie and John Danaher. Chris brings over 25 years of martial arts experience, including seven years training in Brazil with top competitors like Alexandre “Gigi” Paiva and the Vieira Brothers. His background combines technical skill with a deep understanding of how to build a clear learning path, shaped by his time alongside Danaher at the Renzo Gracie Academy in New York City. Located in Manhattan’s Financial District, the school focuses on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as its core discipline but also offers MMA training to complement grappling skills. The classes emphasize technique, discipline, and physical conditioning, with strength and flexibility exercises incorporated to improve performance on the mat. Students can expect a structured approach that balances fundamentals and advanced concepts, supported by private lessons and group sessions designed to fit busy schedules. Visitors from nearby areas like Jersey City and Hoboken often find the location convenient. Drop-ins are welcome, and the training environment suits those interested in cross-training between BJJ and MMA rather than a gym limited strictly to one style. The academy’s approach reflects Chris’s commitment to steady progress, mental resilience, and practical self-defense, all rooted in the Renzo Gracie lineage.
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Part of Renzo Gracie — the affiliation currently ranks #18 on the IBJJF gi academy ranking.
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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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