Team Passos Jiu Jitsu Headquarters

We are excited to announce that starting today, our Mon/Wed Intermediate classes will once again be held from 7:00pm - 8:30pm!
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Community love!
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Thank you Jason Marcelo! 📸
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Rooted in mutual respect.
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The fist-bump is a mutual agreement to push each other and train hard while also keeping each other safe.
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This agreement is a recognition that we need each other to grow. The growth we can achieve together in unity vastly exceeds the growth we may try to achieve alone.
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Growth on and off the mats requires like-minded people to support and encourage us. Training intensely is what forces us out of our comfort zones and into positions where we must adapt and overcome.
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Remember to train hard not just to achieve personal goals, but to also help your training partners achieve theirs.
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Our Kids Zoo-Jitsu Parent’s Night Out event was a blast!! It was an incredible evening filled with jiu jitsu, pizza, games, and more games!! These kids sure know how to have a good time and be a great source of joy and laughter.
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Thank you to the incredible parent’s who were able to participate and let us spend the day with their children. We are grateful for the trust bestowed upon us and take pleasure in protecting and positively influencing these young leaders!
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Congratulations to Chris Guerra @chriswar93 on his promotion to BJJ Belt 🎊 & Puffer fish and Salamander on their promotions to white w/ yellow belt!!
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Thank you to our incredibly dedicated and disciplined students who strive for daily excellence. Every belt is earned. Parabéns!!
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Coach Megan doing an incredible job showing our fundamental students the half-pass position!
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Post BJJ antics! Never a dull moment in the morning classes 👌🏼
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Our early bird Tuesday/Thursday 7am class is always a fun one!
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Executing technique in the rolling requires a balance between information and instinct. Information requires action.
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Stellar week of promotions 🌟
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Congratulation to:
Jimmy Naugle @naugs56 on his promotion to first degree BJJ Black Belt ⚔️🎉
Orca and Bat on their promotions to white w/ green belt!!
Damon on his promotion to white w/ orange belt!!
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We are so grateful to play a small role in the personal development of our students and friends. Thank you all for you unbelievable dedication and hard work. Parábens!!
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Sometimes we just need to just sit out and observe... and that's okay!
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Jiu Jitsu is a very rewarding, yet challenging journey. Some days our technique is sharp and everything clicks. Other days, our technique is off or we don't live up to our own personal expectations.
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The ups and downs are natural but the community is constant. Your training partners have experienced similar highs and lows and although all our paths are unique, the people around you serve as reminders that you're never alone. A humbling and uplifting reality.
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Tag a friend you enjoy training with!
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It’s all about community 🙌🏽
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It takes just one second of distraction to end up on the wrong side of the roll. Stay focused!
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📸: Whimboy Echavez Photography
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We are incredibly grateful for all the gi's that have been donated by our generous students!! These gi's will make it into the hands and lives of so many people from underserved communities in Brazil. The donations made by our students provide both clean uniforms to train in and a message of hope. Our partnership with @dreamroot_institute allows us to expand our BJJ community and continue impacting lives through the art of jiu-jitsu. Thank you all!!
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Another excellent week of promotions 🙌🏽
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Congratulations to:
Coach Rob @thebeefzerocalories on his promotion to BJJ Blue Belt 🎊
Jesse Harshbarger @spider_dad on his promotion to BJJ Blue Belt 🎉
Francis on his promotion to white w/yellow belt!!
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Thank you for your dedication to learning the art of jiu-jitsu and for pushing yourselves as well as elevating the people around you. Congratulations everyone!!
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Friday, September 25th, we will be hosting our Kids Zoo-Jitsu Parent's Night Out event here at the academy!!
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We want to congratulate the kids for getting through their first few weeks back to school, as well as the parents for their amazing leadership and guidance, and celebrate with a fun night of jiu-jitsu, games, and pizza 🍕 This event is great for the kids who get to spend time with their friends and coaches, while also giving mom and dad a break for a few hours!
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This event is free of charge and open to all Kids-Zoo Jitsu students as well as children of our Team Passos Adult Program (kids ages 5-12 can join). The drop of will be at 4:00pm and the pick-up time is 8:30pm.
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We are excited for this fun evening with the kids and the opportunity to provide the parents with an evening out (or in)!! Spots are limited so let us know if you're interested 😀
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What's the best way to get better at Jiu Jitsu?
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Do that little extra when no one is looking.
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The biggest difference between ordinary and extraordinary is just that little extra.
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We are equipping our kids with skills for success in life through Jiu Jitsu.
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The rolling is where a lot of learning and growth occurs. In the rolling, we face challenges and are often forced out of our comfort zones in order to keep up with our partner. Comfort zones are not meant for growth, they are meant for time. Too much time spent in our comfort zones leads to minimal growth. Facing challenges and discomfort builds character and teaches resilience.
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Our students learn world-class techniques and positions, but we teach more than just Jiu Jitsu.
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In observance of Labor Day, the academy will not be holding any afternoon classes. We will resume our normal class schedule Tuesday, September 8th. We wish you all a fun and safe Labor day!!

Exciting week of promotions 🔥🔥
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Congratulations to:
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Nick Nguyen @saintlessnick on his promotion to BJJ Blue Belt 🎊
Mongoose on his promotion to gray belt!!
Fox and Phoenix on their promotions to white w/ orange belt!!
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A rising tide lifts all boats. The level of jiu jitsu at the academy grows with every belt promotion. Great job everyone!!
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Be first. Play your game.
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In Jiu Jitsu, it helps to be proactive. Often times, we end up in a bad position because we hesitate or wait. Have confidence in the technique/position but most importantly... have confidence in yourself!
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Passion is contagious.
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Coach Paul has been an assistant coach in our Kids Zoo-Jitsu Program for 10 years and continues to devote himself to each and every student he comes into contact with. Whether it be a helpful token of knowledge or a funny story to share, Coach Paul knows how to make your day brighter!
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Thank you Coach Paul for your dedication to our Kids Zoo-Jitsu Students as well as your own personal development and training!
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Promotions are as exciting for the coaches as they are for the students! As coaches, we aim to instill confidence and empower our students through the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Belt promotions are a tangible sign of progress as a result of dedication, continuous focus, and perseverance. These qualities are a reflection of the student's personal growth; a truly inspiring sight to see.
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Keeping your legs engaged on your partner is the key to playing guard.
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These kids are intense!
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New guard passing technique: The penguin slide pass 🐧😄
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Amazing 10am training today! We are so grateful to have an academy with students and coaches who fill the building with energy and excitement 🙏🏽
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Thank you for the photo @jasonmarcelo757 📸
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The team keeps growing!
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Congratulations to:
Coach Raul on his promotion to BJJ Purple Belt !! 🎊🎉
Alliah on his promotion to great with white belt!!
Scorpion on his promotion to white with green belt!!
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It’s incredibly rewarding to watch our students crush their goals and continue pursuing excellence. Great job everyone!!
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#teampassosbjj #bjjcommunity #bjjpurplebelts #bjjbeltpromotion #bjjjourney #personalexcellence #goalcrushers #personalgrowth #itsnotaboutjiujitsu @ Team Passos Jiu Jitsu Headquarters

It was awesome having Heriberto Lopez come in for a private with Professor Tony and also train with us in our advanced morning class!
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Heriberto is the head instructor at our affiliate 804 Jiu-Jitsu RVA / Team Passos down in Richmond, Virginia. His dedication to the art of jiu jitsu is inspiring and we are so grateful to have him as a friend and representing our team!
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Father and son getting a little extra practice after class 👨‍👦
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Potential is unlimited once you master the fundamentals.
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What an amazing Women’s BJJ Class this past Saturday!! This quote by Coach @megrosejj perfectly recaps this amazing event:
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“Today I was asked what my favorite part of teaching was, and I said, “You guys!” These ladies work hard, lift each other up, and are just plain fun and inspiring to lead. Thank you to everyone who came out, and I’m already looking forward to the next one. This is just the beginning!”
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These ladies were incredible and we can’t wait for the next event!!
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Another amazing women’s BJJ training today led by Coach @megrosejj ! Thanks for everyone who came out.

Here’s our post-training pic @ridgetopcoffee.

Stay tuned for mat photos...
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Another amazing women’s BJJ training today led by Coach @megrosejj ! Thanks for everyone who came out.
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Here’s our post-training pic @ridgetopcoffee. Stay tuned for mat photos...
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#womensbjj #jiujitsulifestyle #teampassosladies #itsnotaboutjiujitsu

It’s all about community. We grow as individuals in a supportive and encouraging group setting.
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