Authentic Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Doral

When you say Brazilian Jiu Jitsu there is only one name that comes to mind “Gracie!” Anta’s Fitness and Self Defense in Miami (Doral) brings you authentic Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Head instructor at Anta’s is Daniel “Montanha” Nycz De Lima a Gracie Barra 2nd degree black belt under the originators son Carlos Gracie Jr.

Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a cutting edge fighting system developed from Japanese Judo/Jiu Jitsu by the Gracie family. In the turn of the last century a Brazilian politician Gastão Gracie helped a Japanese immigrant who was a Jiu-Jitsu and Judo master by the name of Mitsuo Maeda. In gratitude Maeda taught his arts to Gracie's son, Carlos. Carlos then taught it to his brothers. They later refined it in the streets of Brazil to what the world knows as Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They felt that the art still relied too much on force and strength, and could be refined to use more leverage. This was very important, especially for Carlos and his youngest brother Helio. Who weighed under140 pounds and were usually outweighed and muscled by their opponents. To survive in the streets they continued to refine the art that was taught to them by Maeda. They challenged any and all comers regardless of fighting style or weight. They fought in hundreds of no rules matches (Vale Tudo.) Part of the reason they were so effective was because they never stopped learning or trying to develop new ideas. Continually enhancing their techniques was the main theme in the development of the legendary fighting style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. If they discovered a new position or way of holding a submission that was effective, it was incorporated into their art. If it worked they used it, if not they threw it out.

Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu became popular in the US when the Gracie family brought the UFC, the first MMA (mixed martial arts) challenge to America. The Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners challenge and beat all contestants including Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Boxers, Jiu Jitsu, Kick Boxers, Judo, and even Sumo Wrestlers. This changed the martial arts for ever. Today MMA has evolved. To stay on top of the food chain you must be equally good standing and on the ground. No matter what your goals are whether it's just getting fit, cross training, learning to defend yourself or competing in MMA this class is for you.

Call us today at 305 599-3649 for a FREE introductory Gracie BJJ class by Professor Montanha. He is an accomplished competitor personally prepared and nstructed by Grand Master Carlos Gracie, Jr. Raised in Rio de Janeiro, Professor Montanha started Jiu Jitsu at the age of 12.

He is a great example of the benefits Jiu Jitsu path can have for a young person. Professor Daniel Montanha boasts over 20 years of Jiu-Jitsu experience, and an exceptional record as both fighter and teacher, able to teach a complete novice or an experienced competitor and help each achieve their personal goals.

Professor Montanha's Career Highlights include:

• 2005 American International Champion
• 2004 NAGA Pro Division Champion
• 2003 Southwest Grappling Superfight Champion by defeating Rafael Lovatto, Jr.
• World Championships Medalist
• Pan American Medalist
• 3-Time Brazilian Team Champion
• 2-Time Rio De Janeiro
• Sao Paulo State Absolute Champion