Fellowship BJJ

Fellowship BJJ in Sarasota is built around a structured, curriculum-driven approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Classes are divided by age and experience, starting with the Little Dolphins program for young children, moving through Juniors Fundamentals and Competition Team for kids, and providing a clear progression for teens and adults from fundamentals to blue belt material. The academy’s daily schedule reflects this structure, with dedicated hours for each group and regular Q&A sessions to help students deepen their understanding beyond the basics. Homeschool juniors classes and open mat times further support a flexible and accessible learning environment. The academy is led by Werther, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with 15 years of grappling experience and 8 years of teaching behind him. Alongside him is Chelsea, who brings six years on the mats and four years of teaching women’s classes. Together, they opened Fellowship BJJ in early 2020 with a simple goal: to pass on the self-defense skills, confidence, discipline, and friendships they found through Jiu-Jitsu. Their teaching philosophy is rooted in the lineage of Helio Gracie, emphasizing both practical self-defense and personal growth. Fellowship BJJ places a strong emphasis on making Jiu-Jitsu accessible to families and students with different needs. The schedule includes daytime homeschool classes, evening sessions for adults and teens, and open mats for both juniors and adults. Private lessons are available with both senior and junior coaches, and the team includes instructors who specialize in working with children and fostering respect and confidence from an early age.

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