Midtown’s Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy!

Jeferson Guaresi

Head Instructor

  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor, Jeferson Guaresi.  Jeferson brings a wealth of experience and an impressive list of accomplishments that showcase his dedication to the sport.  His achievements include:

    1st Place at the IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2021),
    1st Place at the IBJJF Pan Championship NOGI (2019/2021),
    1st Place at the IBJJF European Open NOGI (2019),
    2nd Place at the IBJJF Pan Championship (2022),
    2nd Place at 3CG The Underdogs Grand Prix (2021),
    3rd Place at the IBJJF World Championship NOGI (2019).

Jeferson Guaresi's exceptional skills and passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu align perfectly with our school's values and goals. We are confident that under his guidance, our students will continue to excel and grow both on and off the mats.

Adding to his impressive credentials, Jeferson Guaresi comes from a distinguished Brazilian Jiu Jitsu lineage:

Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Rickson Gracie > Marcelo Behring > Mario Yamasaki > Murilo Santana > Jeferson Guaresi

With his academy, Modern Martial Arts, Jeferson's focus now turns to sharing his vast knowledge with his students and building their skills through a solid Jiu Jitsu foundation. He is on the mat every single day, rolling and training with his students.