Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu affiliation

Become an Affiliate of Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

At RODRIGO GRACIE JIU-JITSU, we are building more than a team — we are building a strong, united Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu association dedicated to excellence, integrity, and long-term growth.

If you own or are planning to open a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, affiliating with us means joining a supportive network committed to helping you grow on and off the mats.

Key reasons for becoming part of Rodrigo Gracie jiu-jitsu affiliation

1. Affiliates have the opportunity to learn techniques and methodologies from Rodrigo Gracie, a highly respected member of the Gracie family and a successful MMA fighter.

2. Members get to receive marketing and retention support from the Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-jitsu networks.

3. Gain access to a structured, reliable, standardized, and continuously improving teaching method created by Rodrigo Gracie. We offer a well-organized jiu jitsu curriculum designed for both children and adults programs.

Technical Development & Curriculum Support

Gain access to a structured curriculum designed to develop students from white belt to black belt with clarity and consistency. Our system helps you:

Retain students longer
Build confident instructors
Deliver world-class instruction
Maintain high technical standards

We provide ongoing technical updates, training resources, and mentorship to keep your academy evolving.

Instructor Mentorship & Leadership Development

Running a successful academy requires more than great jiu-jitsu. As an affiliate, you receive:

Direct mentorship and guidance
Business and operational support
Leadership development training
Assistance with student progression and promotions

You are never alone — our association is built on collaboration, not competition.

Brand Strength & Credibility

Affiliating with an established association increases your academy’s credibility and visibility. You benefit from:

Association branding and recognition
Shared marketing strategies
Professional image alignment
A strong, unified identity

Our name stands for quality, discipline, and respect.

Networking & Community

When you join our association, you become part of a larger family. Our affiliates enjoy:

Inter-academy seminars and training events
Open mat exchanges
Access to a wider training network
A supportive community culture

We grow together, push each other forward, and celebrate each other’s success.

Competition & Athlete Development Pathway

For academies focused on competition, we provide:

Strategic coaching support
Unified competition standards
Cross-training opportunities
Exposure to higher-level events

Your athletes gain access to a broader competitive platform while representing a respected association.

Business Growth & Stability

Our goal is not just strong jiu-jitsu — it’s strong academies. Affiliates benefit from:

Proven student retention strategies
Membership structure guidance
Pricing and program development assistance
Scalable academy systems

We help you build a sustainable, profitable academy without compromising your values.

Let’s Build Something Bigger Together

Affiliation is more than a logo — it’s a partnership.

When you join our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu association, you gain support, structure, and a network that is invested in your success.

Contact us today to learn how your academy can become an official affiliate.

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Find an Affiliation Near You

Our Rodrigo Gracie Jiu-jitsu affiliations are committed to the same standards of technical excellence, discipline, and team culture. Each academy operates independently but shares our core curriculum, belt standards, and competition philosophy — so no matter where you go, you’ll feel right at home on the mats.

RODRIGO GRACIE JIU-JITSU

MINNESOTA

14869 Hwy 13 S, Prior Lake, Minnesota, 55372

CONTACT

ERIC ANSON

info@american-mma.com