Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

I've trained in Jiu-Jitsu for a number of years. Here are some of the gyms I've trained at (all great places):

• The Redzovic Brothers (the gym had a different name back in the day)
• New Breed Jiu-jitsu Academy in the Chicago area
• Mike Tinajero's gym (formerly in McAllen)
• Luis Rubalcava's place when he was in McAllen
• I am a faculty advisor and head coach at the UTRGV Jiu-Jitsu Club
• My kids and I currently train at: 80/20 Jiu-Jitsu.

About every 5 years I try a tournament. Here are the videos from my last competition (2016). I entered and won the expert super-heavyweight division: match 1 , match 2

If you are interested in Jiu-jitsu, let me know! There are a number of easy ways to try it out. If you are a student, you can't beat the UTRGV Jiu-Jitsu club. I am the faculty advisor and a head coach for the club. The practices are VERY beginner friendly, and always free. Another great option is the gym 80/20 Jiu-Jitsu Academy near the university. This place is run by Eric Martinez who is an expert teacher and former co-advisor for the UTRGV BJJ club.