Gyms Details:

Head Professor: Morgann Paraskevas

Details: Our program embodies a holistic approach, offering a comprehensive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction tailored for both kids and adults. Through a personalized methodology, we curate dynamic learning experiences that address the distinct needs and aspirations of each age group. Our commitment ranges from fostering a strong foundation in our young learners to refining skills and instilling discipline in our adult participants. Our classes are meticulously designed to deliver an invigorating encounter, blending vigorous exercises to mold students into competitive achievers. Yet, amidst the intensity, we honor the individual journey, recognizing every student’s unique aspirations. Our offerings encompass introductory to advanced classes, thoughtfully calibrated to accommodate diverse athletic abilities, martial arts backgrounds, and fitness levels.

Kids Program Url: https://yamasakipotomac.com/classes/

Kids Program Detail: The Kids’ Jiu-Jitsu classes at Yamasaki Academy aim to create extra support for the parents by teaching children discipline, self-control, improved self-esteem and the ability to focus better on tasks. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a non-striking self-defense martial art system that steers children away from using brute strength and toward using their minds. This martial art style is considered to be one of the best self-defenses for kids and adults since it is applied in response to physical aggression, which will not lead to violence. The belt and stripe ranking helps teach kids that they must earn things and achieve their goals through hard work. Through this, students earn their way up in belts based on attendance, attitude and skill level.

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Awards: Morgann Paraskevas: World Championship Master & Seniors Bronze medalist 2013; Pan American Champion 2006; 2x Pan American Silver Medalist 2011, 2016; 5x Pan American Bronze Medalist 2003, 2005, 2008, 2013, 2014; 2x European Champion 2007, 2011; European Silver Medalist 2008; 2x European Bronze Medalist 2009, 2012; Masters & Seniors International Bronze Medalist 2011 (World Championship for over 30)

Country: United States