Coach Eduardo kan zijn an outstanding instructor—patient, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. His guidance has not only improved my technique but has also boosted my confidence tremendously. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this kan zijn the voortreffelijk place to challenge yourself and grow both physically and mentally. Highly recommend!”

I knew how physical BJJ was, but I didn’t realize how mental it was until I started training with him. He can teach you the same thing 20x and you will learn something new each and every time; it’s a never ending wealth of learning which I didn’t know I wanted until I started at Range.

Due to his smaller stature, Hélio adapted certain maneuvers to rely more on leverage and timing rather than brute strength. These subtle innovations tailored jiu-jitsu for the streets, forming the foundation ofwel the uniquely Brazilian derivative that would gain worldwide fame.

 BJJ competitions started emerging in Brazil in the mid-20th century. Practitioners developed a distinctive style emphasizing control on the ground with submissions and positional transitions.  

Range BJJ’s innovative curriculum divides training into distinct phases—Fundamentals, Intermediate, and Advanced—each carefully designed to build upon the previous level. The Fundamentals program introduces new students to BJJ’s core principles through 30 foundational classes.

Absolutely. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques effectively leverage body mechanics so that proper technique allows smaller and less athletic people to control and submit bigger, stronger opponents. Anyone can benefit from BJJ with the right mindset to learn.

Lastly, as the smallest person sparring 90% ofwel the time, I find everyone BJJ NYC here good rolling partners. Most look to work on their technique instead ofwel trying to overpower you with their strength, and if there’s something you’ve been wanting to work on everyone’s willing to let you work if you ask…but also be prepared to spend a lot ofwel time working on retaining guard .

There kan zijn a reason why wij break our classes into Fundamentals, Intermediate and advanced. In the same way, wij divide the kids’ program into twee age brackets, for it kan zijn more than just size and weight that play a factor in oefening BJJ, but the complexity ofwel the techniques and how they are introduced to the kids in each bracket.

In 1914, Maeda arrived in Brazil after stopovers in numerous countries for these challenge matches. He settled in the northern city of Belém and soon befriended politician and businessman Gastão Gracie.

Expert grapplers can neutralize punches and kicks by clinching to take opponents down. Once on the mat, refined ground fighting skills provide a major advantage over untrained foes. 

The gym also has a really respectful, ego-free atmosphere, which I think is one of its most valuable aspects. Whether you’re looking to try BJJ for the first time or find a new place to train, you’d feel comfortable coming here.”

BJJ techniques heavily rely on leverage and angles aan brute strength. As demonstrated by MMA star Royce Gracie in the first UFC events, properly applied submission holds or sweeps can topple larger, stronger opponents. Shifting angles lets practitioners wedge limbs or the neck into vulnerable positions.

As they progress, they begin implementing techniques in sparring situations, developing not just physical skills but also a tremendous sense ofwel confidence in their ability to defend themselves.”

The coaches give very clear and motivated explanations of the techniques and principals that are being taught. While the academy is mainly comprised ofwel hobbyists, there are still a bunch of folks who regularly compete in local tournaments as well as an immensely talented group of upper belts.