Mario Sperry Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Mario Sperry Jiu-Jitsu Academy offers Kids BJJ, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, No-Gi Grappling, Kickboxing, MMA, private lessons, and after-school and summer camps. Kids BJJ is listed for ages 4+, and the academy says the first week is free and offers a free trial. Adults and kids train side by side in a clean, safe, welcoming room.

Programs

• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — All levels · Fundamentals through advanced. Self-defense, conditioning and technique taught in a clear, progressive curriculum.
• No-Gi Grappling — All levels · Speed, control and submissions without the gi, led by black belts who actively compete.
• Kickboxing — Beginner friendly · Striking, footwork and conditioning in a high-energy class open to complete beginners.
• MMA — Intermediate & advanced · Striking, wrestling and ground work put together for athletes who want the complete game.
• Kids BJJ — Ages 4+ · Discipline, confidence and fitness in a supportive room built on respect and teamwork.
• Private Lessons — By appointment · One-on-one with Master Sperry or a senior coach — fundamentals, competition prep or strategy.
• After-School & Summer Camps — Kids & teens · Training, fitness and character development that keeps kids active and engaged all year.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

The leadership team includes Mario Sperry as Head Professor, Javier Oyarzabal as MMA & Advanced No-Gi Instructor, Jesús Naidenoff as Kids & All Levels BJJ Coach, and Nahuel Cañiza as Kickboxing Coach and MMA Fighter. Mario Sperry is described as a 6th-degree black belt, IBJJF world champion, first-ever ADCC absolute champion, Carlson Gracie black belt, PRIDE FC veteran, and co-founder of Brazilian Top Team. The page also states he took double gold at the 1995 IBJJF Worlds and compiled a 13–4 professional MMA record.

Adults and kids train side by side in a clean, safe, welcoming room. The academy says the first week is free and offers a free trial. Kids ages 4–12 are described as part of the children's program, with age groups 4–8 and 9–12 listed for class times.

Last updated October 16, 2026.