Six Blades Jiu Jitsu

Six Blades Jiu Jitsu is led by Professor Eduardo Rocha, a sixth-degree black belt whose career includes five World Championship titles and five Pan American Championship wins. Rocha’s approach emphasizes technical precision and adapting traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals to modern competition demands. Alongside him, instructors like Vernie Inocencio, a second-degree black belt, and purple belt Ibrahim help maintain a structured curriculum that balances skill development with live training. Classes at Six Blades cover both gi and no-gi formats, allowing students to develop grip fighting and control in the gi while also exploring the speed and fluidity of no-gi grappling. The schedule separates fundamentals, advanced, and all-levels sessions, led primarily by Eduardo Rocha and supported by other instructors. Children’s gi classes are taught by Ibrahim, creating a consistent progression for younger practitioners. Open mat sessions provide additional training time, and drop-in visits are accepted, which accommodates both local students and those traveling through the East Bay. Located on Grand Avenue near Piedmont, Six Blades serves grapplers from Oakland as well as neighboring communities like Emeryville and Berkeley. The facility is wheelchair accessible, reflecting attention to practical needs alongside technical instruction. The academy’s affiliation with Six Blades connects it to a broader competitive network, with multiple athletes active in events like ADCC, including standout competitor Natalie Banty. This competitive presence informs training priorities without overshadowing the day-to-day focus on fundamentals and technique.

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