Eclipse BJJ and Grappling Academy - Double Five Denton

Eclipse BJJ and Grappling Academy - Double Five Denton was founded to give families in Krum and the surrounding area a place to build real grappling skills and confidence together. Head Coach Anthony Cronce, a first-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Rafael “Formiga” Barbosa, brings decades of mat time to the academy. Anthony started wrestling at age five, competed at Blair Academy and Drexel University, and later earned an IBJJF Masters World title and multiple No-Gi Pan-American championships. He leads Eclipse with a focus on both technical mastery and personal growth, supported by a tight-knit team that includes Professor Kelley Wilson and Fundamentals Coach Lara Steinhebel. Training at Eclipse covers a full range of grappling arts. The youth program blends wrestling takedowns with solid Jiu-Jitsu ground defense, aiming to build athleticism, respect, and composure in kids from an early age. Adult classes offer both gi and no-gi instruction, with Lara Steinhebel’s fundamentals sessions welcoming everyone from new white belts to seasoned competitors. The academy also runs women’s classes and maintains a steady schedule to fit busy family routines, encouraging most students to train two or three times a week for steady progress. Eclipse is known for its structured approach and strong sense of community, with many families training side by side—including Coach Anthony’s own. The instructors emphasize safety, mutual respect, and steady improvement, making the academy a long-term home for grapplers of all ages. The facility is wheelchair accessible and welcomes visitors looking to experience the academy’s approach first-hand.

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