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Head Professor: Vagner Rocha

Details: Vagner Rocha Martial Arts was founded by Master Vagner Rocha, who is regarded as one of the top Grappling and MMA competitors in South Florida and beyond. As the head instructor, Professor Rocha has competed in the most prestigious MMA promotions including the UFC, Bellator and Strikeforce. Vagner also has competed several of the regional MMA promotions in South Florida and is also widely regarded as one of the fiercest competitors on the professional grappling circuit. VRMA is well known for being a family oriented academy with the highest level of instruction. We are proud to offer some of the best child, adult and women specific programs in South Florida.

Kids Program Url: https://www.vagnerrochamartialarts.com/kids-and-teens-martial-arts

Kids Program Detail: From improved focus, to goal setting, self-discipline and self-respect – kids emerge from this program changed for the better. And their parents couldn’t be happier. Vagner Rocha Martial Arts has classes specifically designed for children and teens (ages 4-15). Our martial arts classes are divided by age and experience. Classes include traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and realistic self-defense techniques including stand up and ground techniques, submissions, reversals, restraint and escapes. We use structured drills to refine motor skills and to allow children to progress throughout our martial arts program. The Vagner Rocha Martial Arts school is filled with high energy, fun classes designed to keep our students engaged and motivated. Parents will watch their children develop self-defense skills, athletic abilities, and physical fitness over the course of their martial arts training.

Woman Only Program Url: https://www.vagnerrochamartialarts.com/self-defense-classes-women

Woman Only Program Detail: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing – combined these two classes are the perfect solution for any women looking to learn or improve their ability to defend themselves from anyone, in any situation. Nothing is more terrifying for a woman than being attacked and not knowing her options for survival. At Vagner Rocha Martial Arts, our mission is not only to instruct women of all ages to be aware of dangerous situations, but also provide our students with practical self-defense techniques, proven to be effective in real world-situations. Our women’s self-defense curriculum is based in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which is largely considered to be the best and most viable form of self-defense available. With Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at its core, our women’s program is focused on the unique dangers and challenges faced by women today, and provides our members with the skills and confidence that is necessary to avoid potential harm, as well as to protect themselves against an aggressor. Our Women’s Self Defense program aims to teach women how to defend themselves from a different perspective. Women will learn how to defend themselves standing up (which is usually how an attack starts), and they also learn how to defend themselves on the ground (which is usually where an attack ends). Even our head instructor, black belt Vagner Rocha, places his trust in the effectiveness of our women’s self-defense program and ensures that both his wife and daughter are trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Boxing self-defense for their own personal safety. As such, we encourage women of all ages to try our classes. We understand that women are often hesitant to try self-defense classes for several different reasons; however, we guarantee you will feel comfortable from the moment you walk into our school. Our staff will guide and assist you with all attention you deserve! Vagner Rocha Martial Arts provides the best self-defense training for your personal safety. All you have to do is come in and try out our classes.

Other Programs Available: MMA, Boxing

Schedule Url: https://www.vagnerrochamartialarts.com/class-schedule

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Facebook Url: https://www.facebook.com/VagnerRochaMartialArts

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/fafarochabjj85

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Awards: Vagner Rocha Credentials: 2018 POLARIS PRO 4 CHAMPION -Defeated UFC Veteran Ben Henderson via RNC; 2018 FIGHT TO WIN 89 (MIAMI, FL) Defeated Augusto “Tanquinho” Mendes; 2018 XFN 21 Combat Jiu Jitsu Main Event Champion; 2018 KASAI PRO 3 FINALIST (2 Subs, Most Points); 2018 Grappling Industries Super Fight Champion; 2018 FIGHT TO WIN 68 (MIAMI, FL) Title Champion (Defeated Bill Cooper); 2018 FIGHT TO WIN PRO 58 (Sacramento, CA) Champion; 2017 Submission Underground 6 Champion (Defeated Jesse Taylor); 2017 COMBAT JIU JITSU WORLDS Title Lightweight Champion; 2017 EBI 13 Finalist (defeated Issa Able, PJ Barch & Nathan Orchad); 2017 ADCC Finland Submission Wrestling World Championship- Bronze Medalist (defeated Garry Tonon); 2017 ADCC West Trials Qualifier – Champion (defeated AJ Agarzam); 2017 Fight Time 35 Tittle Belt Champion; 2017 EBI 11 Finalist (defeated Craig Jones); 2017 Fight Time 35 Lightweight Winner (defeated Yoislandy Izquierdo); 2016 FTP Lightweight Tittle Belt Champion; 2016 FTW PRO 14 Winner (defeated AJ Agarzam); 2016 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight TKO Winner (defeated Rafael Alves); 2016 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight TKO Winner (defeated Gabriel Miranda); 2015 ADCC Sao Paulo Competitor (defeated Romulo Barral); 2015 ADCC North American Qualifier FL – Champion; 2013 Best Pro FL MMA Fighter of the Year Award; 2013 World Martial Arts Hall of Fame Award; 2013 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight Champion (defeated Randy Barroso); 2013 Copa America Lakeland Expert Absolute Gi and No Gi division; 2013 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight Champion (defeated JP Reese); 2013 ADCC North American Trials OH – Silver Medalist; 2013 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight Champion; 2012 Fight Time Promotions Lightweight/ISKA Champion; 2012 Copa America Grappling Champion Weight & Absolute; 2011 UFC Fight Night Champion (defeated Cody Mackenzie); 2011 World Pro Abu Dhabi 2011 No Gi 3rd Place Weight; 2011 World Pro Abu Dhabi 2011 No Gi 3rd Place Absolute; 2011 Absolute Champion Deland, BJJ Open; 2011 Absolute Abu Dhabi World Professional Trial Jiu Jitsu Champion; 2010 ADCC North American Trials NY – Champion; 2010 Florida Extreme Grappling Absolute – Champion; 2010 Bellator Fighting Championship – Champion via TKO (defeated Francisco Soares); 2010 Action Fight League Rock-N-Rumble 2 MMA – Champion; 2009 Noche de Combate Lima, Peru MMA – Champion; 2009 Florida Grappling League 170lbs Weight – Champion; 2009 Florida Grappling League Absolute – Champion; 2009 Grapplers Quest Weight – Champion; 2009 Grapplers Quest Absolute – Champion; 2009 Bellator Fighting Championship 11- Champion (Defeated Igor Gracie); 2009 NAGA Absolute – Champion; 2008 World IBJJF Jiu Jitsu – 3rd Place; 2007 Pan-American Jiu-Jitsu – Champion; 2007 NAGA Miami Super Fight – Champion; 2006 NAGA West Palm Beach Absolute – Champion; 2003 -2005 6 Time NAGA Advance Division – Champion; 2002 NAGA Champion Gi & No Gi; 3 Time Copa America Absolute – Finalist; 3rd Degree Black Belt Certified Instructor; UFC Fighter Veteran

Country: United States