Philosophy

Improving our world, by improving our community, by improving ourselves. Our mission at Werneck Family Jiu-Jitsu is simple, yet global in its scope. We provide world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, family-friendly environment in order to help each and every student reach their full potential both as an individual, and as a contributing member of society.…

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What we teach

Our program is built upon a bedrock of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Cassio brings his expertise in this martial art from his birthplace, Brasilia, Brazil. This art’s roots go all the way back to Japanese Jiujitsu, which developed in the 15-17 centuries in Feudal Japan. This combat system would eventually be systemized by Jigaro Kano, into what was then called Kano Jiujitsu,…

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Classes

Our Little Samurai program is specifically designed as an introduction to the fundamental movements of Jiu Jitsu for children, ages 4 – 6. It will help improve fitness and coordination. The curriculum is built around fun games and drills, which instill a strong foundation of basic movement and techniques. They will also learn, through the…

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Class Schedule

Notice that we are starting our new schedule September 18, 2023! Click here for a printable version (PDF) of the current schedule Free Trial Class

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School Etiquette

For the consideration and safety of all our members, we humbly ask everyone to consider the following rules at Werneck Family Jiu Jitsu: 1. No shoes on the mats and no bare feet off the mats. We clean and disinfect our mat daily for everyone’s comfort and safety. Help us keep it this way by…

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