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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
We go beyond technique. We build champions — on the mat and in life.
4.7· 130+ Google reviews14+
Years of Excellence
2,000+
Students Trained
3
World Champions
5
Programs Offered
Our Mission
Reach New Heights
Our program attracts students from across the world and has earned global recognition for producing world champions at every age and belt level since 2012.
Whether you're stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competition, our world-class coaching staff will guide every step of your journey.
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Academy Programs
Ages 3–12
Kids Jiu-Jitsu
Fun, structured classes teaching discipline, confidence, and self-defense.
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Meet the Coach
Head Coach
Jonatas Gurgel
5th-Degree Black Belt
5th-Degree Black Belt; 2× World Cup Champion ('04, '05); 3× Pan American Champion ('02, '04, '05); IBJJF Brazilian National Champion (adult black belt division); 3rd place, IBJJF World Championship; 5-0 Professional MMA record.
2×
World Cup
'04 · '05
3×
Pan American
'02 · '04 · '05
5-0
MMA Record
Professional
Featured
Member Story
From Bullied to Black Belt
Jade Ghezal walked in at age seven, the only girl in a class of older boys. Today she's a tournament winner and a youth coach at Winners; helping kids the way her coaches helped her.
Jiu-Jitsu changed my confidence by making me love myself more and not needing to be scared of challenges. Now I've learned how to be calm, think of a solution, and not be scared of confrontation.
Jade Ghezal · Youth Coach, Winners Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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Student Stories
What Our Students Say
4.7 ★ · 130+ reviews on Google
"Highly organized, safe, and focused on building real-life skills. The instructors are dedicated to every child's development."
"A community that feels like family. Instructors are highly skilled and provide personalized attention to every student."
"Clean facility, great equipment, spacious mat. Class structure and sparring were excellent — highly recommend."
"Amazing place with great professionals who really take care of all the kids. Strongly recommend."
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Students train with us in Sunny Isles Beach from Aventura, Golden Beach, North Miami Beach, Hallandale Beach, Bal Harbour, and Surfside. Find directions, schedules, and class info for these nearby neighborhoods:
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17100 Collins Ave, Suite 201, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160