GRPL Club Jiu Jitsu Brasileiro

GRPL Club Jiu Jitsu Brasileiro is guided by Black Belt Yan McCane, a 3rd degree instructor originally from Brazil who brings authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experience to Sumner, Washington. Alongside Yan, Black Belt Eric Piper and Brown Belt RP Paraiso contribute to a coaching team focused on steady progression through belt ranks and skill levels. The school’s roots in traditional gi training are evident, with classes structured to develop fundamentals before moving students into intermediate and competition training. Students at GRPL Club move through distinct age and skill groups, beginning with Little Ninjas aged 3 to 5, progressing through kids’ fundamentals and homeschool classes, and advancing into youth competition training. Adult offerings include separate beginner and intermediate classes, with gi training as the core focus complemented by dedicated no-gi sessions led by Eric Piper. The schedule also includes open mat times for additional drilling and sparring, supporting continuous skill refinement beyond formal classes. The academy’s facility on Main Street is wheelchair accessible, reflecting attention to practical needs alongside technical instruction. GRPL Club’s approach emphasizes consistent mat time with clear instructor guidance across all levels, maintaining a Brazilian lineage in technique and class structure. This creates a training environment where students of all ages can build a solid BJJ foundation rooted in the art’s origins.

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