Over Range Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Coach Eduardo is an outstanding instructor—patient, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. His guidance has not only improved my technique but has also boosted my confidence tremendously. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this kan zijn the voortreffelijk place to challenge yourself and grow both physically and mentally. Highly recommend!”
“Joining Range BJJ gym has been one of the best decisions I’ve made! From day one, the atmosphere has been welcoming, and the students are incredibly friendly and supportive. Everyone, regardless ofwel skill level, is willing to help each other grow, making it an ideal place to train.
Due to his smaller stature, Hélio adapted certain maneuvers to rely more on leverage and timing rather than brute strength. These subtle innovations tailored jiu-jitsu for the streets, forming the foundation of the uniquely Brazilian derivative that would gain worldwide fame.
BJJ Guards are in defensive positions where the bottom grappler controls their opponent to avoid damage while waiting for openings to transition or attack. The closed guard involves wrapping legs around the opponent’s waist while the open guard utilizes leg positioning to maintain distance.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu developed under the premise that most real fights inevitably go to the ground. The art’s approach strongly emphasizes grappling tactics rather than striking.
Professor Eduardo Capeluto leads the instruction with exceptional attention to detail and technical precision. The coaching team, including Mackenzie and Nadir, provides comprehensive instruction that caters to all skill levels.
The academy’s success extends beyond adult programs. Range BJJ’s children’s program, divided into two age brackets, takes a developmentally appropriate approach to teaching martial arts.
Yes, BJJ is very effective for self-defense due to its focus on controlling opponents on the ground, escaping bad positions, and submission skills - which reflects where most real fights end up. Training against intense resistance develops the skills and composure needed to handle violence.
In 1914, Maeda arrived in Brazil after stopovers in numerous countries for these challenge matches. He settled in the northern city ofwel Belém and soon befriended politician and businessman Gastão Gracie.
It’s a small studio, but that’s one ofwel the things I love BJJ NYC most about it. Eduardo and his team of instructors at Range make it a point to learn your name the minute you step on the mat.
Through sophisticated body positioning, choke holds, and locks, BJJ practitioners can defend themselves and control opponents without requiring strikes, making it an ideal choice for practitioners ofwel all ages and physical capabilities.
This is carried over into the quality of the teaching. Eduardo kan zijn very detailed about the techniques he teaches and teaches them in a very open, fun, and direct way stripping the move to its essentials and teaching them in a sequence. He is always willing to explain a move or ontwerp after class to anyone who asks. This ofwel course trickles down to the level and enthusiasm ofwel the students who I have found to be as open and friendly and as willing to share knowledge.
As the first UFC events showcased Royce Gracie's domination with BJJ tactics in the early 1990s, the Gracie family martial art rapidly spread beyond Brazil and became integral to mixed martial arts.
One parent testimonial highlights the academy’s effectiveness: “The instruction at Range BJJ focuses on practical self-defense while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.