Kioto BJJ South Shore

Kioto BJJ South Shore in Oakdale, NY, is led by Professor Milton Regis, a 6th degree black belt and three-time world champion whose roots in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu stretch back to the original Kioto academy founded in Tijuca, Brazil, in 1965. Milton brought this championship lineage to Long Island, where he and his wife, Professor Melissa Regis—a black belt with over two decades of experience—have built a family-centered academy that welcomes students from Oakdale and across Suffolk County. Their approach is shaped by tradition, technical precision, and a genuine investment in every student’s progress, whether they are beginners or seasoned competitors. The academy’s programs reflect its commitment to teaching BJJ as both a martial art and a lifelong discipline. Adult classes cover all levels, from fundamentals to advanced techniques, with both gi and no-gi training available. Professor Milton is known for being on the mats alongside his students, guiding everyone from first-day white belts to experienced athletes. The curriculum also includes dedicated self-defense classes, open mat sessions, and a structured fundamentals program for adults. Women’s BJJ is a core part of the schedule, led by Professor Melissa, who has developed a space where women can train, learn, and grow with mentorship from an experienced black belt. For children, Kioto BJJ South Shore offers age-specific classes for kids as young as three up through age fifteen. These sessions focus on building confidence, discipline, and practical self-defense, all in a safe environment under the direct guidance of Milton and Melissa Regis. The academy’s 5,000 square foot facility is wheelchair accessible and designed to accommodate families training together. Drop-ins are welcome, and the academy’s doors remain open to anyone interested in experiencing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu rooted in tradition, family, and championship experience.

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