954-557-6549

954-557-6549954-557-6549954-557-6549

1594 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park FL 33334

954-557-6549

954-557-6549954-557-6549954-557-6549

1594 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park FL 33334

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Moncaio Brothers

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian jiu-jitsu ; Portuguese: (BJJ; Portuguese: jiu-jitsu brasileiro) is a martial art and combat sport that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. The objective is to control and submit an opponent using various techniques such as joint locks and chokeholds. BJJ incorporates elements from judo and wrestling and emphasizes leverage and technique over strength and power. BJJ training often involves live sparring (rolling) to practice techniques and test one's skills against a resisting opponent. It is a highly effective self-defense system and is widely used in mixed martial arts (MMA) competitions.

Benefits Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers a number of physical, mental, and social benefits, including:


  • Physical fitness: BJJ is an intense full-body workout that improves strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and balance.
  • Self-defense skills: BJJ teaches techniques for defending against and controlling larger, stronger opponents, making it an effective form of self-defense.
  • Mental toughness: BJJ requires mental focus and concentration, and the physical challenges of rolling and competition can improve mental toughness and resilience.
  • Stress relief: BJJ provides a physical outlet for stress and can serve as a form of active meditation, helping to relieve anxiety and improve overall mental health.
  • Community: BJJ has a strong sense of community, with students often forming close relationships with their training partners and instructors.
  • Personal growth: BJJ is a lifelong journey that requires constant learning and improvement, promoting personal growth and development.

Competition

Competition is an integral part of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). With Master Joao and Master Fred both having world class competitive experience under their belt, you're learning from some of the world's best here in South Florida. (Pictured is Master Fred recent win at Fight2Win in Miami)  

About Us

Our School

Master Joao Moncaio

Master Joao Moncaio

 Everything we do, and how we do it, revolves around mutual teacher-student respect and providing a healthy and safe environment for our students, in which to learn. We encourage questions and expect our students to ask many of them.

Even though we spar against each other in class, we are NOT competitors; we are teammates. We are all here to help and look after one another, be safe, have fun, stay fit, and learn something new every time we train. 


FEATURES:

  • 1800' sq ft of unobstructed mat space
  • We use 'Zebra Mats', voted best in the world
  • Dedicated heavy bag training area

Master Joao Moncaio

Master Joao Moncaio

Master Joao Moncaio

 Born and raised in Brazil, Joao Moncaio started training Brazilian Jiu-jitsu at the age of 12, under Master Elan Santiago, and was promoted to green belt at the age of 15. In 2002, Joao moved to the U.S with his family and began training with Grand Master Jorge Popovitch. He then went on to become an instructor at the Academy, as a blue belt, and eventually earned his black belt in 2007. After 10 years with the Popovitch family, Joao and Fred left Fort Lauderdale in 2012 to open their own gym in Boca Raton.

  • 2012 Did not compete due to injury
  • 2011 3rd Place, Pan-Ams No-Gi (middle-heavy)
  • 2011 1st Place, Grapplers Quest (middle-heavy)
  • 2011 3rd Place, Miami Open (open class)
  • 2010 3rd Place, Pan-Ams No-Gi (middle-heavy)
  • 2010 1st place, Miami Open (middle-heavy)
  • 2010 1st place, Grapplers Quest (middle-heavy)
  • 2010 1st place, Grappler Quest (absolute)
  • 2009 1st place, Grapplers Quest (middle-heavy)
  • 2009 3rd place, Grapplers Quest (absolute)
  • 2009 2nd place, No-limit submission only (absolute)
  • 2008 1st place, Naga (middle-heavy)
  • 2008 1st place, Grapplers Quest (middle-heavy)
  • 2007 1st place, Atlantic Cup (middle-heavy)
  • 2007 1st place, Copa America (middle-heavy)
  • 2007 1st place, NAGA (middle-heavy)


Master Fred Moncaio

Master Joao Moncaio

Master Fred Moncaio

 Fred Moncaio is a year 30 year old BJJ Blackbelt, who started training at age 16, under Master Pablo Popovitch, and earned his Black Belt at the age of 21. He is an accomplished amateur MMA fighter, with a record of 10-0 and as a Professional he has achieved a record of 6-3 with all wins via first round submission.


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  • 6-3 Pro MMA all wins by Sub in the First Round
  • 10-0 Amateur MMA all wins by submission
  • Battle of Ybor 185 AMMA Champion
  • 2012 Rise of a Warrior 170 AMMA Champion
  • 2015 Atlanta Open Runner Up
  • 2012 Grapplers Quest Champion
  • 2012 3rd place no-gi Pan Ams
  • 2011 Copa America Absolute Champion
  • 2011 Grapplers Quest Advance Champion
  • 2010 Pan American Brown Belt- Champion
  • 2009 World Jiu-Jitsu Championship Brown Belt- 3rd Place
  • 2008 Grapplers Quest Champion
  • 2008 Naga Absolute 2nd Place
  • 2 Time Copa America Advance Champion
  • 5 Times Copa America Intermediate Champion
  • 4 Times NAGA Intermediate Champion
  • Fighters Edge Advance Champion
  • Winter Haven Intermediate Champion
  • Rio Fightwear Intermediate Champion 

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Moncaio Brothers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Inc.

1594 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park FL 33334

(954) 557-6549 / bjjbros@gmail.com

OUR Hours

Monday

  • 10:00am - BJJ GI 
  • 5:15pm - Kids Submission Wrestling
  • 6:30pm - BJJ All Levels


Tuesday

  • 10:00am Cardio Kickboxing 
  • 6:30pm Submission Wrestling
  • 7:30pm Cardio Kickboxing


Wednesday

  • 10:00am - BJJ GI 
  • 5:15pm - Kids GI BJJ
  • 6:30pm - BJJ All Levels


Thursday

  • 10:00am - Boot Camp Kickboxing 
  • 6:30pm - Submission Wrestling
  • 7:30pm - Cardio Kickboxing


Friday

  • 10:00am - Submission Wrestling


Saturday

  • 10:00am - BJJ GI/NOGI 


Sunday Closed


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