Learn traditional Brazilian Jiu-jitsu the right way. When choosing a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school it is important to trace the lineage of your instructor in order to make sure that you are receiving the highest quality instruction available. Leonardo Xavier, the highest ranking black belt in all of the greater Houston Area, learned BJJ in Grand Master Helio Gracie’s Humaita Academy in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Leonardo learned the Art the same way Royler, Rickson, Royce and many other famed champions did from BJJs creator, Helio Gracie. Leonardo Xavier uses the same techniques and teaching styles of Gracie Humaita to deliver the best training possible aimed to develop your technique, cardiovascular conditioning, strength and self esteem in a fun and respectful group environment. If you are curious and don’t want to commit yet, stop by for a free introductory lesson. When you see the way Jiu-Jitsu uses leverage and momentum to defeat opponents of any size and you realize the comfort you will feel amongst our students you won’t want to learn anywhere else!

Our classes are focused in applying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques adapted to be used without the advantages provided by a Gi’s grips (for pulling, grabbing and leveraging). No-Gi Bjj substitutes Gi grips for Greco-Roman clinching techniques for positioning control. Though we are happy to accommodate any of your needs, at LxBjj we strongly encourage you to learn the principles of BJJ through the Gi first or, at least train both Gi and No-Gi, in order for you to develop excellent technique and understanding of how to use leverage and momentum to your advantage. In order to promote a safe and clean environment we require students attend No-Gi class wearing a rash guard or shirt with grappling/board shorts when training.

If your child really wants to try out martial arts and you are afraid that they may punch or kick someone at school or home then this is the perfect place for you! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a self-defense system that enables the people who practice it to defend themselves by using leverage to submit opponents. This is done without throwing punches or kicks. Using our proven techniques your child will be able to defend themselves from bullies even though we do not teach them how to strike. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a fantastic way to promote an active and healthy lifestyle for kids of any ages. Parents of our students often find that their children gain self-esteem through athletic achievement and learn how to carry themselves better in situations that require them to deal with pressure. If your son or daughter is acting overly aggressive in school, lacks focus and or discipline then we at LX Jiu-Jitsu recommend you start them out with a private lesson to introduce them to the sport and class structure. If you do not want to commit to a contract until you’re sure they will follow through, find that our scheduled group classes conflict with your other engagements or if you just want your child to progress faster please contact Leonardo to schedule your child’s private lesson. Private, semi-private and small group formats are all available.

The woman’s self defense course is designed to maximize the effectiveness of the techniques of Brazilian Jiu-jitsu as applied by smaller-framed people such as females. Leonardo created a curriculum that keeps in mind the limitations and capabilities of the female body. Increase awareness of your surroundings, spot potential robbers, stop someone from assaulting you. Using the principles of leverage, positioning and momentum our woman’s self defense course will enable you to neutralize size differences when defending yourself from potential attacks. If sport Jiu-jitsu and advancement within a traditional belt system are not things you are interested in but you still want to know how to defend yourself then this is the program for you! Leonardo Xavier has developed a curriculum that focuses on the self defense aspects of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The Woman’s self defense course is a great introduction to the principles of BJJ; upon completion most students transition to our group classes to continue their training. We invite you to do the same, learn techniques that can save your life one day and if you love it like we know you will continue on with a sport that will have a long lasting positive impression on your life. Our woman’s self defense course can be taken in private, semi private or small group format. Please contact Leonardo to make your arrangements.