Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach

Indianapolis Jiu Jitsu Coach offers Kids BJJ, Junior Adults BJJ, BJJ Step-by-Step beginner courses, Levels 1, 2 and 3, and Level 4 and Advanced classes. Kids BJJ is for ages 5 to 10, and Junior Adults BJJ is for ages 10 and up; the junior class transitions children into the adult class and includes submissions under close instructor supervision. The program schedule says it offers classes for kids ages 3 to 15, along with jiu jitsu classes for men, women, kids, and teens.

Programs

• Kids BJJ — ages 5 - 10 · The intention of the kids class is to prepare them to protect themselves against bullies or in harmful situations. BJJ has a focus on self-defense.
• Junior Adults BJJ — ages 10 & Up · This class transitions the children into the adult class. Here they will begin to learn to implement submissions, but only under close instructor supervision.
• BJJ Step-by-Step beginner courses — Carefully structured and taught for people who are new to the art and/or out of shape. The class will be with other beginners.
• Levels 1, 2 and 3 — Fundamental classes for White Belts with 3 stripes or less.
• Level 4 and Advanced — Class for the 4 stripe white belts and above.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–15 years old
• General schedule: Classes for kids ages 3 to 15. Jiu Jitsu classes for men, women, kids & teens. Marcello's academy offers several different classes based on age and skill level.

About the provider

The program says it has over 31 years of BJJ experience. Its mission statement says Brazilian Jiu Jitsu focuses on skill, leverage, and mental awareness, and that it is a self-defense art, a competitive sport, and a core skill for Mixed Martial Arts. Marcello C. Monteiro is described as a 5th Degree Black Belt and Indy's only Black Belt from Brazil, and the facts say he has trained UFC fighters and legends.

• VIP (Private Groups) — Private lessons can be taken alone or with up to 4 people.

Grappling and sparing is conducted under the utmost supervision to insure safety. Private lessons can be taken alone or with up to 4 people.

Last updated September 4, 2026.