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Alameda Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense Academy

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The Gentle Art of Confidence, Peace & Awareness
A peaceful, non-competitive sanctuary for kids, teens, and adults.

WHAT JIU-JITSU REALLY MEANS

  The Meaning of Jiu-Jitsu — The Gentle Way

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What Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the art of finding solutions under pressure.

It teaches you how to remain calm in stressful situations and solve problems using leverage, timing, and technique, instead of relying on brute strength, power, or resistance.

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a smaller, weaker person can effectively defend themselves against a much larger and stronger opponent by understanding body mechanics, balance, and positioning.

More than a martial art, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu develops:

  • Calmness in chaos

  • Clear thinking under pressure

  • Confidence without aggression

  • Control without force

It is not about overpowering an opponent.
It is about neutralizing conflict intelligently.

What you learn on the mat carries into life:
when pressure rises, you don’t panic — you adapt, breathe, and find a solution.

We are a non-competitive, family-friendly academy where kids, teens, and adults develop:

• Emotional strength
• Confidence
• Body awareness
• Grounding
• Real-life self-defense
• Calm communication skills
• Peaceful conflict resolution

This is the Gentle Art — the art of staying calm, centered, and capable in any situation.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu &
Self-Defense

🥋 In One Sentence?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the Gentle Art — a healing, non-violent path to strength, awareness, emotional balance, and self-defense. We teach it with harmony, compassion, and the power of Verbal Jiu-Jitsu, so our students can live safer, calmer, and more confident lives.

Alameda Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense Academy

Led by Professor Sergio Silva, a 5th-degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Black Belt in Judo, and former World Champion of Submission Wrestling, our academy embodies the authentic spirit and discipline of the world’s most effective martial art — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Professor Silva began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 1992 in Curitiba, Brazil, and started competing in 1994, earning victories in major tournaments across Brazil, Canada, and the United States. His journey in martial arts has been defined by passion, perseverance, and a relentless drive to share the art with others.

In the year 2000, Professor Silva moved to the Bay Area and began teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense as an assistant instructor at the Gracie Academy in San Francisco.

🗣 Verbal Jiu-Jitsu™ — Self-Defense Begins With Words

Our academy is one of the few schools in the Bay Area that teaches a full Verbal Jiu-Jitsu™ program, designed to help students resolve conflict before it becomes physical.

Students learn how to:

• De-escalate tension
• Use confident, calm body language
• Speak clearly and respectfully
• Set boundaries
• Walk away safely
• Handle bullies without aggression
• Stay emotionally regulated even under pressure

Verbal Jiu-Jitsu is the modern evolution of the Gentle Art — defending yourself through emotional intelligence and communication, not force.

Boost your confidence while get in the best shape of your life while learn how to protect what it matters.At Alameda Jiu-Jitsu academy has been in East Bay since 2002.We are located it at 2227 Mariner Square Loop,Alameda Ca 94501-East Bay,serving area of Oakland,San Leandro,Emeryville,Berkeley and Hayward.Professor Sergio Silva has been teaching kids and adults since 1992.Brazilian Native he learned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu,Judo,Capoeira,Muau Thai,Boxing and moved to USA in 1999. Alameda Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense was the first BJJ acacdemy in Alameda,San Leandro,Oakland,Hayward,El Cerrito and Albany area.

Terms & Policies – Alameda Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense Academy

1. Membership & Participation
All members must complete the registration form and liability waiver before participating in any class or activity. Members agree to follow all safety rules, class etiquette, and instructor guidance to ensure a safe training environment for all students.

2. Payments & Billing
Membership fees are billed according to the selected plan. Payments must be kept up to date to maintain active enrollment. Late or failed payments may result in temporary suspension from classes until the account is brought into good standing.

3. Attendance & Class Access
Members may attend all classes included in their membership tier. Class schedules are subject to change based on holidays, events, or academy needs. Missed classes do not qualify for credits, refunds, or extensions unless otherwise stated.

4. Required 30-Day Cancellation Notice
All memberships require a written 30-day cancellation notice. Notices must be submitted by email to sergiobjj@hotmail.com
or through the academy’s official cancellation form. Tuition will continue during the 30-day notice period. No refunds or prorated adjustments will be issued for this period.

5. Program Freezes & Holds
Membership freezes may be granted only for medical reasons or extended travel and must be requested in writing. Documentation may be required for medical holds. Approved freezes do not remove the requirement for proper cancellation notice.

6. Uniform & Equipment Policy
Students are responsible for maintaining appropriate training attire, including clean uniforms, rash guards, and protective gear. Uniforms and gear must be worn according to academy guidelines. Lost or damaged equipment is the responsibility of the member.

7. Safety & Conduct
Unsafe behavior, disrespectful conduct, or actions that disrupt classes may lead to suspension or termination of membership without refund. Students must notify instructors of any injuries, medical conditions, or limitations before training.

8. Liability Waiver
All participants acknowledge that martial arts and fitness training involve physical contact and agree to participate at their own risk. The academy, its instructors, and its staff are not responsible for injuries resulting from training or misuse of techniques.

9. Media Release
The academy may take photos or videos for promotional and educational purposes. Members may request in writing if they prefer not to appear in media.

10. Non-Transferability
Memberships, promotional packages, and special offers are non-transferable and may only be used by the enrolled particip

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