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I’ve trained here for 4 years, you will find no better coaching staff, familial and friendly environment, as well as tailored training to your specific needs. Whether you want a new form of exercise, making new friends or dream of testing yourself on a competition stage, GD BJJ has exactly what you’re looking for. Training is for everyone!

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I have been completely impressed with GD Academy. They have been so welcoming and their coaches are amazing with my little man. I would 1,000% recommend them.

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It's been 6 months now when our 7year old son started and he love it and so do we. People here are very friendly and the trainers are really good. Definitely recommending!

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Both my sister and I train here. I switched from a different jiu jitsu academy to GD last year in May and have not regretted my decision since. There are many classes provided for all skill levels and age groups. Not only does GD supply an amazing curriculum for its students but also a natural formation of a family. Mental health is a huge topic of discussion as it can coincide with practicing jiu jitsu. Gustavo has many quotes on the walls to help encourage his students on and off the mats. Whether you’re looking to do this for fun or test your skills in competition, GD is the perfect place to learn from. Best coaches and teammates by far! Thank you for being so good to my sister and I.

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I travel for work and drop in to bjj classes all over the US. This academy was one of the nicest facilities I've been to and Gustavo was super-nice and welcoming. Charissa helped me sign a waiver and answered questions before coming in to an advanced class. The class was great, it focused on a certain system versus a specific move. At the end we did 5 minute rolls that went on past the hour class if you wanted to. Gustavo invited me to a roll along with another black belt too. Everyone was very friendly and professional during the rolls. I will definitely be coming back next time I am in the area.

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I moved from KCMO to join GD BJJ team! EVERY professor is there to help you succeed no matter your rank or experience. Thank you for your encouragement and training. See you on the mat.

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THE PREMIER BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU (BJJ) ACADEMY IN ARIZONA

Mannie Romero

3rd Degree Black Belt

Certifications

Competitions:

2011 IBJJF National Championship Brown Belt Featherweight/Senior 1 Bronze Medal

2011 IBJJF National Go-GI Championship Brown Belt Featherweight/Senior 1 Bronze Medal

2011 IBJJF National Go-GI Championship Brown Belt Open/Senior 1 Silver Medal

2011 IBJJF Phoenix International Open Brown Belt Feather/Senior 1 Gold Medal

2010 IBJJF National Championship Brown Belt Featherweight/Senior 1 Gold Medal

2010 IBJJF National Championship Brown Belt Open/Senior 1 Silver Medal

2010 2nd Southwest BJJ Classic Brown Belt Feather/Senior 1 Silver Medal

2009 IBJJF Pan-American Championships Brown Belt Lightweight/Senior 1 Bronze Medal

2008 IBJJF World No-GI Championships Purple Belt Lightweight/Senior 1 Gold Medal

2008 IBJJF World No-GI Championships Purple Belt Open/Senior 1 Silver Medal

2008 USBJJF National Championships Purple Belt Lightweight/Senior 1 Gold Medal

2008 USBJJF National Championships Purple Belt Open/Senior 1 Bronze

2008 USBJJF National No-GI Championships Purple Belt Middleweight/Senior 1 Gold Medal

2008 AZBJJF AZ State Championships Purple Belt Lightweight/Adult Gold Medal

2007 IBJJF World No-GI Championships Purple Belt Lightweight/Senior 1 Silver Medal

2007 IBJJF World No-GI Championships Purple Belt Open/Senior 1 Bronze Medal

2007 Desert Quest 22 No-GI Lightweight/Adult Silver Medal

2005 USBJJF National Championships Blue Belt Lightweight/Adult Bronze Medal

2004 USBJJF National Championships Blue Belt Lightweight/Adult Bronze Medal

2004 5th AZ Grappling Challenge Blue Belt Lightweight/ Adult Silver Medal

2003 3rd AZ Grappling Challenge White Belt Lightweight/Adult Silver Medal

2002 1st Southwest BJJ Championship White belt Heavyweight/Adult Silver Medal

Kickboxing/Muay Thai 2-1 amateur record.

Trainers: Art Monzivaiz, Ray Ruiz, Bob Karmel

Full-Contact Karate.

1994 International Black Belt Lightweight Champion

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