START Jiu Jitsu WEST PINES

START Jiu Jitsu WEST PINES operates under the guidance of Ernani Assuncao, a 3rd-degree black belt who began his journey at Renzo Gracie Academy in New York City in 2005. Ernani trained alongside Renzo Gracie and other notable instructors like John Danaher and Rafael Gordinho, whose influence is central to the academy’s philosophy. After years of teaching in New York, Ernani moved to South Florida with his family and established this school to share the transformative effects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on physical health, mental resilience, and lifestyle. Students at West Pines Jiu Jitsu engage primarily in gi classes structured by belt level, ranging from fundamentals to advanced black belt sessions. The academy also offers no-gi options for kids, alongside mixed gi classes for younger practitioners. This division allows for focused development appropriate to age and experience, with a curriculum designed to build practical self-defense skills through leverage and technique. Adults can expect classes such as fundamentals, blue belt, purple belt, randori, and black belt training, ensuring a clear progression path. The academy emphasizes a family-oriented atmosphere, welcoming children and adults alike in a wheelchair-accessible facility. Its approach goes beyond competition or sport, aiming to foster confidence and community through disciplined martial arts practice. The lineage traces directly to Renzo Gracie Academy, reflecting a commitment to traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu values while adapting to the needs of the Pembroke Pines area.

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