Marcelo Cavalcanti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Best decision I have made recently, now 8 months into my contract I am a completely satisfied customer/​client. BJJ is a lifestyle, and I have enjoyed the lessons taught (take downs, passing guard, defense, discipline, etc.) and look forward to many more great BJJ sessions. Professor Marcelo is a great motivator and wants nothing but the best for his students. What better way to spend good quality/​healthy time with your son? MCBJJ is the answer. My son and I are committed and greatly appreciative to have Marcelo as our professor in this fine art! If additional cardio training is need, check out their MMA fitness class on Wednesdays (I AM A BIG FAN OF THIS CLASS) has helped me tone up and lose 27 lbs. to date. Thank you for the great service MCBJJ. Completely satisfied!

One bad apple always tries to ruin the pail.
I wonder what really happened to that white belt.
:) Tap out anyone?

Took two classes here. The classes are pretty small. There were like 4 students in the classes, and typically it’s going to be difficult to develop a well-​rounded game when you are that limited with the amount of people you can roll with.

I am in my forties, have a wife and family, so I was very careful in selecting a BJJ school. I learned very quickly that many of the people (in the morning class) are fathers. As fathers, I know that we all understood the needs to train hard to protect your family, as we. as minimize the chance for injuries. I studied different martial arts for most of my life. I have been continuously attending class since January of this year. All the upper belts have been very supportive and helpful with their specific feedback. This is the culture created by Marcelo. He pays careful attention, actively mentors, and rolls with all of his students. (I am baffled by the negative reviews, quite honestly.) Two of my close friends (purple and blue belts) visited and attended class. They told me that they were glad to see me at a school with a teacher like Marcelo, old school values with a family of his own. It is a family school.

this is a good bjj school for anyone trying to do anything.

This is the school I cut my teeth on when it came to Jiu-​Jitsu! Top Notch Jiu-​Jitsu training!
I would have given 5 stars but when I initially joined I wanted to train MMA/​Muay Thai (which they advertise) and found out that the class was little more than a kickboxing class with no sparring and very minimal technique training. I attribute this to no actual professional «striking» coach there. Luckily for me I stayed and watched a couple Jiu-​Jitsu classes and Marcelo was nice enough to switch over my contract to the Jiu-​Jitsu class contract. Jiu-​Jitsu is their bread and butter and in my humble opinion they should stick to what they know because they do it well! They should either hire a striking coach or get rid of that program all together and open the mat for more Jiu-​Jitsu. That’s probably the only negative thing I feel is worth mentioning on here.
Marcelo gives a lot of his personal time on the mat and this is one thing I really enjoyed. You don’t often have the privilege, especially as a beginner to get that one on one training with a black belt instructor. The atmosphere is pretty laid back and when I was attending from 2010 – 2011 every person I met there was really friendly! Lots of kids and families train here. Very family oriented. All the assistant instructors are great as well. Everyone is patient and even the classmates are willing to teach you a thing or two. The mats are always clean and it always is kept organized. I was really sad to leave the academy and hope I can stop by someday for a guest visit. Definitely a great place to train and have some fun while doing so.

Not sure why Unilocal deletes my review. Here’s an update. I’m still attending this school and have been satisfied with my progression and game. I really enjoy all the people here at the gym as they are friendly and no jerks. Marcelo is always helping and coaching, and correcting any mistakes which is great. Very friendly and professional environment and good class schedules.

I started back in July and I train once to twice a week due to my work schedule. This is a very good school for not only the younger guys and gals learning BJJ, but also for older adults who want to get in shape and learn techniques in a very laid back and cooperative environment. Professor Cavalcanti works hard with students of all levels, and I highly recommend this school for anyone interested in practical martial arts training and getting back in shape. Please come by and check us out!

I have been coming here for a total of 4 – 5 months. There is awesome instruction. Marcelo is a very friendly, personable, and awesome instructor. Also the other advanced students are are ready and willing to help you out. There are no egos and a very pleasant and awesome place to train Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu. He tailors to your needs whether you want to come in just to experience the art, get in shape, self-​defense, or competition. No matter what your reason Marcelo will accomidate you.