The fifth graders at Lincoln Elementary. Photo: Personal Archive

The fifth graders at Lincoln Elementary have been lucky enough to gain access to Jiu-Jitsu in their school. The team at GMA Gracie Morumbi brought a bully prevention program into a fifth grade class to help them gain confidence, learn self-defense and have fun in the process.

Brandon with Professor Erik at Woodranch Elementary School. Photo: Personal Archive

In Simi Valley, CA another school was granted the presence of a five year-old student, Brandon, who came along with Professor Erik to teach students the importance of staying safe. They learned the “No, Go, Yell, Tell” system to help them deal with bullies with Brandon as the teacher’s assistant.

If the students choose to pursue training Jiu-Jitsu further, they’ve already taken the first step and getting on the mats at Gracie Morumbi is an easy transition.

Learn more about the bully prevention program from Fabio Leopoldo and Gracie Morumbi here: http://bullypreventionforkids.com/gracie-morumbi-helps-kids-in-the-community/

Know more about Fabio’s school at http://www.graciejiujitsufabioleopoldo.com

Fabio Leopoldo made the cover and the top of the list twice for best in Ventura Country in the VC Register. Photo: Fabio Leopoldo

GMA member Fabio Leopoldo was voted the best martial arts instructor and his academy, Gracie Morumbi, was voted best martial arts school by the Ventura County Register for the 2013 year. This is his fifth year in a row winning the prestigious title. Fabio also made the cover of the “VC Reporter” with the best business of the county (left on the picture above).

The multiple-time world champion runs three locations in Ventura County, CA: Camarillo, Thousand Oaks and Ventura. Along with this wife Dini and her certified kettlebell classes along with the kids, adult and women’s programs make the academies a great place for many goals to be reached.

Fabio Leopoldo (left) and business partner Erik Klinger

Fabio is still no stranger to competition and will be competing in the 2013 IBJJF Masters & Seniors World Championship on October 5-6 in the black belt senior 1 heavyweight division.

For more information regarding Gracie Morumbi, their classes and locations go to www.graciemorumbi.com

Have you ever wanted to learn from the great Rickson Gracie? Son of the late Helio Gracie and father of current black belt world-class competitor Kron Gracie, Rickson will be making his way back to the California coast for a seminar at Gracie Morumbi Ventura.

GMA member Fabio Leopoldo is hosting the Jiu-Jitsu seminar set for Saturday, April 27 at his Ventura, CA headquarters. This is a chance of a lifetime as Rickson no longer teaches in the states and the legend is giving you the opportunity to learn from his lifetime of Jiu-Jitsu knowledge and experiences.

The seminar will be located at 2160 Thompson Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001. It starts at 11 a.m. and runs until 2 p.m. so make sure you show up before 10:45 a.m. if you plan to participate. The cost is $150 cash only.

For more information you can call (805) 643-7717  or email: info@graciemorumbi.com

GMA professor Fabio Leopoldo has reopened his Gracie Morumbi academy in Camarillo, Calif.

The location rejoins his other affiliations along the West Coast in Thousand Oaks and Ventura.

“I’m so glad to have Camarillo as a part of the Gracie Morumbi family again,” Leopoldo said.

Classes include martial arts and BJJ for kids to adults and much more. Training is now in session and you can view the schedule by clicking here.

For more information regarding the academy please visit the website: www.graciejiujitsufabioleopoldonews.com

Professor:

Black Belt Fabio Leopoldo

Address: 2610 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001

Phone: 805 643 7717

Website: graciejiujitsufabioleopoldo.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/graciemorumbifabioleopoldo

About:

Gracie Morumbi Fabio Leopoldo offers world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction for individuals, families, and Law Enforcement Officials of Ventura County and Los Angeles county areas. We offer various types of Martial Arts and fitness programs including Kickboxing, Kettlebells, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense. Professor Fabio Leopoldo is our head instructor and is a member of the Gracie Team adhering to the strict curriculum of Gracie Jiu Jitsu and philosophy. Our Ventura and Thousand Oaks locations are both being developed to become a reference for physical education, character development, self-defense, and the highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the communities of Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Carpentaria, Ojai, Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Simi Valley, Moorpark and Calabasas.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a healthy and safe way to get into shape and learn effective self defense skills. Our classes are designed to meet specific learning needs from people with different ages, gender and levels. Whether an adult or child our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academies provide a clean, friendly, safe and progress oriented environment which allows the students to have a challenging, inspirational and warm learning and training experience that always makes them feel like coming back.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is for anyone who values discipline, wellness, and respect. Our Jiu Jitsu classes for designed for adults and children looking for a life-style that embraces and constantly improves all of these aspects. It doesn’t matter if you are a person with no Martial Arts training background. If you’re someone that wants to loose weight or learn self-defense, a busy business person looking for a stress relieving activity, a parent searching for something to complement the education of your kids, or a experienced martial artist aiming for further development of your fighting skills, come to one of our schools. We are sure you will find an exciting and challenging place that will allow you to achieve your goals.

Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1gAWOxhBDo#t=33

Rickson seminar at Gracie Morumbi

GMA member school Gracie Morumbi has an offer you can’t refuse for next March 25th.

How about taking a seminar with no other than Rickson Gracie himself.

The Jiu-Jitsu legend will be at Fabio Leopoldo’s academy teaching Jiu-Jitsu and MMA techniques.

There is limited space so you have to hurry to reserve your spot.

The cost is US$ 150, to be paid in cash at one of the academy’s adresses.

For more info, go to graciejiujitsufabioleopoldonews.com.

Klinger, Leopoldo, Greg Kailian

GMA member Fabio Leopoldo must be proud of his team.

This week his Gracie Morumbi in Ventura, California, was elected by a local publication the best martial arts school in the county.

Professor Fabio Leopoldo and Professor Erik Klinger attended a awards banquet to receive the prize.

Leopoldo thanked his team for the award:”Thank you everyone for taking part in helping us win the award for Best Martial Arts School in Ventura County for the 3rd year in a row!”

To know more, go to graciejiujitsufabioleopoldo.com

Our GMA members are generous when it comes to spreading Jiu-Jitsu knowledge.

Gracie Morumbi, under Fabio Leopoldo, has its headquarters in Ventura, California.

It’s from that mat that Professor Ryan Dahlgren teaches on video a conditioning drill.

Climb a rope and make your upper body stronger!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ILKhyxlMOg

To know more, go to graciejiujitsufabioleopoldo.com