Lucas Lepri Jiu Jitsu Academy Fort Mill

Lucas Lepri Jiu Jitsu Academy Fort Mill is led by Professor Frederico Silva, who earned his black belt under Lucas Lepri, a nine-time black belt world champion and IBJJF Hall of Fame athlete. Lucas, originally from Uberlândia, Brazil, brought his expertise to the U.S. after years training alongside Master Romero “Jacaré” Cavalcanti at Alliance headquarters. Frederico, a decorated competitor himself, has been running the Fort Mill location since moving to the area, continuing the academy’s focus on high-level technique and competition readiness. Students at the Fort Mill academy train in both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reflecting the style’s dual nature. The curriculum balances the traditional grip fighting and control work of gi classes with the faster pace and fluid transitions of no-gi submission grappling. Classes are organized with separate programs for kids and adults, allowing children to develop discipline and confidence in age-appropriate settings. Private lessons are also available for those looking to accelerate their progress under personalized instruction. The academy operates six days a week with multiple daily sessions, making it accessible for early risers and those with varied schedules. Its location off Highway 160 serves not only Fort Mill residents but also grapplers from nearby towns like Pineville and Rock Hill. The facility is wheelchair accessible, and drop-in visitors are welcome to join classes for a fee. This setup supports a steady stream of practitioners working through the fundamentals toward advanced competition skills under experienced guidance.

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