Tinguinha BJJ Academy

Tinguinha BJJ Academy offers a Kid’s Program and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training for students ages 5 to 19. Its listed programs include TBJJ CORE (Beginners), TBJJ Mastering the Fundamentals (M.T.F.), TBJJ Black Belt (Advanced), TBJJ No-Gi/Submission Wrestling Training, and TBJJ BJJ Competition Team.

Programs

• Kid’s Program
• Adult Programs
• TBJJ CORE (BEGINNERS) PROGRAM — Designed for students who are starting learning the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
• TBJJ Mastering the Fundamentals (M.T.F.) PROGRAM — Designed for students who completed the CORE program or have already started the basics of learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
• TBJJ Black Belt (ADVANCED) PROGRAM — Designed for students who have been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and have advanced into intermediate to advanced training.
• TBJJ NO-GI/SUBMISSION WRESTLING TRAINING PROGRAM — Includes wrestling takedowns, BJJ techniques modified for no gi, drills, submissions, and escapes.
• TBJJ BJJ COMPETITION TEAM — High intensity program focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu sport competitions, tournament environment, strategies, rules, and techniques.
• TBJJ BJJ SEMINARS/COURSES — Seasonal seminars and courses taught by World class and legendary BJJ Black Belts.
• TBJJ WOMEN SAFE & FIT PROGRAM — women of all ages and athletic abilities · Practical self defense and fitness classes designed for women; seasonal.
• TBJJ Professional Instructors Training System Program (P.I.T.S.) — Designed for students looking to learn how to teach Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Facility hours: Mon - 10:30am-8:30pm; Tues - 6:00am-8:30pm; Wed - 10:30am-8:30pm; Thur - 6:00am-8:30pm; Fri - 10:30am-1pm; Sat - 10am-1pm; Sun - 10:30am to 12pm

About the provider

Tinguinha BJJ Academy was founded in April 2002 in Orange County, California. Mauricio "Tinguinha" Mariano is the head instructor and a world known 6th Degree BJJ Black Belt Professor. The academy says it welcomes all into its Jiu-Jitsu family and strives to offer a personalized experience for all students.

What families say

“Extremely friendly and fun atmosphere. Felt like part of a team from the moment I walked in. World class instructor and highly, friendly skilled students.” — Desmond K.

“Awesome, awesome gym. Serious beasts on the mat, but also the nicest bunch of dudes. You can tell Professor genuinely cares about the art form and his student body. Go train!” — Mic N.

Last updated September 23, 2026.