More Than Just Jiu Jitsu
We are committed to the development of the individual, done by setting the conditions to allow the acquisition of understanding through experience.
Benjamin is a 1st Degree BJJ Black Belt under 5th Degree Professor Michael Donvito. He has spent the past two decades involved with all things combative, including both instruction and program/product development.
BENJAMIN / Professor
AUSTIN / Sensei
Austin is a USA Judo and USJA certified Regional Judo Coach, holding 4th degree black belts in Judo and traditional Japanese Jujutsu. In addition to his 15 years of Judo, he is an accomplished State-level Sambo competitor and certified coach, Combat Jujitsu certified state coach, and a military and law enforcement veteran.
Machado / Our Lineage
Carlos Machado, an 8th Degree Coral Belt and BJJ pioneer, traces his lineage to Jigoro Kano, Mitsuyo Maeda, and Carlos Gracie Sr. As the founder of Carlos Machado Jiu-jitsu Association, he brought BJJ to the U.S., established top Texas academies, and inspires students globally through his teaching and network expansion.
OUR LOCATION
143 Charlotte Ave
Sanford, NC 27330
Find us conveniently located on the left side of the Historic Sanford Town Hall Building.