When and where is the Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida seminar?

October 25, 2026, in Oak Lawn, IL, hosted by Believe Jiu-Jitsu.

Who is Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida?

A multiple-time IBJJF World Champion and ADCC gold medalist, considered one of the greatest competitors in BJJ history.

Is this a tournament or a seminar?

It's an instructional seminar, not a competition -- there are no brackets or matches.

Practitioners of all levels are welcome.

Through the Smoothcomp registration link on Let's Roll.

Check the event registration page for the specific gi/no-gi requirement for this session.

Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida BJJ Seminar, Oak Lawn IL | Let's Roll

BELIEVE presents Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida seminar

Organized by Believe Jiu-Jitsu

Oak Lawn, near Chicago, hosts a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar with Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida on October 25, 2026, presented by Believe Jiu-Jitsu. Attendees train directly under one of the sport's most decorated black belt competitors.

Sunday, October 25, 2026Oak Lawn, IL$100 entry0 registered

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Event Description

This is a BJJ seminar hosted by Believe Jiu-Jitsu featuring Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida -- one of the most decorated competitors in the sport's history, a multiple-time IBJJF World Champion and ADCC gold medalist. Rather than a tournament bracket, this is an instructional session where attendees train directly under Buchecha's guidance, a rare opportunity for practitioners in the Chicago area to learn from a competitor of his caliber. The seminar takes place October 25, 2026, in Oak Lawn, IL, hosted by the Believe Jiu-Jitsu team. It's open to practitioners of all levels who want to add some of Buchecha's game to their own -- gi is typically expected for this kind of session, but check the event page for specifics. Registration and pricing are available through the Smoothcomp link on Let's Roll.

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Registration deadline: October 22, 2026

About Believe Jiu-Jitsu

Believe Jiu-Jitsu is a Midwest-based, kids-and-teens-only BJJ tournament series using double elimination, centered around events in Oak Lawn, IL.

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When and where is the Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida seminar?: October 25, 2026, in Oak Lawn, IL, hosted by Believe Jiu-Jitsu.
Who is Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida?: A multiple-time IBJJF World Champion and ADCC gold medalist, considered one of the greatest competitors in BJJ history.
Is this a tournament or a seminar?: It's an instructional seminar, not a competition -- there are no brackets or matches.
Who can attend?: Practitioners of all levels are welcome.
How do I register?: Through the Smoothcomp registration link on Let's Roll.
Do I need a gi?: Check the event registration page for the specific gi/no-gi requirement for this session.

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