MCBJJ – Marcelo Cavalcanti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
MCBJJ, 441 Carson St, Unit O, Carson, CA 90745
About
MCBJJ – Marcelo Cavalcanti Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers a Kids Class, Adult Beginner Class, Adult Advanced Class, No-Gi / MMA, and a Women Only Class. The Kids Class is listed for ages 4-13 and meets Monday-Friday at 4:30 PM and Saturday at 10:00 AM. Adult Beginner Class meets Monday-Friday at 6:00 AM, Adult Advanced Class meets Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 7:30 PM, No-Gi / MMA meets Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 PM, and Women Only Class meets Wednesday at 7:30 PM.
Programs
- Kids Class — Ages 4-13 · Mon-Fri 4:30 PM; Sat 10:00 AM
- Adult Beginner Class — Mon-Fri 6:00 AM
- Adult Advanced Class — Tue, Thu, Sat 7:30 PM
- No-Gi / MMA — Tue, Thu 6:00 PM
- Women Only Class — Wed 7:30 PM
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- General schedule: Classes are listed with recurring times for kids, adult beginner, adult advanced, no-gi/MMA, and women only classes.
About the provider
The academy was founded in 2020 and is led by Professor Marcelo Cavalcanti, a 5th degree black belt. It states that it has direct lineage from Carlson Gracie through Rigan Machado and that it has produced IBJJF World, Pan-American, and No-Gi medalists. Its mission statement names world-class instruction rooted in lineage, discipline, and community, and it says the academy welcomes students from nearby communities in the South Bay and Harbor Area, including Torrance, Gardena, Compton, Wilmington, Harbor City, and Long Beach. Parents train alongside their kids.
First class is free. No experience needed. All ages welcome. Kids Class is for ages 4-13. Adult classes, No-Gi / MMA, and Women Only Class are listed. Book your free trial is offered.
What families say
“MCBJJ changed my life. Professor Marcelo's instruction is world-class and the community feels like family.” — Daniel R.
“My son has gained so much confidence in the kids class. The coaches truly care about every child.” — Maria L.
“Best BJJ academy in the South Bay. Technical, intense, and welcoming to every level.” — Jared T.
Last updated October 7, 2026.
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