The LX Jiu-Jitsu Association was formed in 2001 in the state of Texas. While being a guest Instructor giving seminars throughout the country he was intrigued by the level of enthusiasm and interest evident for the sport. Leo recognized the need and demand for high quality instruction so he created the LX Jiu-Jitsu Association with the goal of spreading his contagious love for the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu throughout the United States and beyond. The LX Jiu-Jitsu Association is a cluster of traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools that aims to train its students based on the teachings of Grand Master Helio Gracie and the philosophies he imparted to his own sons at Gracie Humaitá. It was at Humaitá that Leo developed his skill and passion for Gracie-style Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the watchful eyes of Royler Gracie and Saulo Ribeiro. After being both a student and instructor at Gracie Humaitá for more than 10 years, Leo had a full grasp of what was needed to run a successful BJJ Academy, so he ventured to the USA to make his dream turn into reality.

The LX Jiu-Jitsu association has affiliate schools in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New York, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, Rio De Janeiro (Brazil), is soon opening 2 more locations in West Virginia and Sao Paulo (Brazil) and is in the beginning stages of expanding globally as well. Each school is staffed with hand picked instructors that have been personally trained by Leo to ensure that you receive the highest quality teaching available. In addition to having top-notch instructors Leo routinely travels to each location and works hand-in-hand with each Instructor to bring out the best from every student.

LX Jiu-Jitsu Association membership extends to all schools affiliated to our association. When traveling, we encourage our students to visit and train at any location near them free of charge. Leo’s constant presence and careful supervision at each location has created a family-style atmosphere between all of our school’s students. Every year, in November, all affiliated academies meet at the LX Jiu-Jitsu Association Headquarters in Sugar Land, TX where we celebrate the association’s success as we all train together and enjoy a weekend of fun and food with our extended Jiu-Jitsu family. Events like this one have forged an unparalleled sense of camaraderie amongst Leo’s students that make LX Jiu-Jitsu Association a truly special place for you to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Dear Student,

Hi, my name is Leonardo Xavier and, if you are looking for a fun and exciting way to take care of yourself and improve your overall quality of life Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu might be the key to meeting your health goals. Here, at LX Jiu-Jitsu, students work side by side with me in order to help each other realize the myriad of different goals they have set for themselves. It doesn’t matter if you are young or old, male or female, if you are looking to lose a few pounds or learn how to defend yourself from a larger attacker Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will more than likely help you become that better person you wish to be. My students have come to me with goals that range from maintaining weight loss, improving appearance, quitting smoking and/or reducing nicotine cravings, improving decision making abilities, refinement of motor skills, balance and coordination and many more. I am proud to say that I have watched many of those who stay often succeed in their endeavors. On behalf of my students and I, we now invite you to come visit the school and see how the LX Jiu-Jitsu association may improve your quality of life.

My Best Wishes to You and Your Family,

Leonardo Xavier