Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)?
BJJ is one of the most effective grappling arts known today. The idea is that a smaller opponent with superior technical skill can successfully subdue a much larger opponent through the use of strikes, takedowns, chokes, and joint-locks.
Variations of the art have existed for centuries but BJJ owes its refinement and popularity mainly to the Gracie family; namely Carlos and Helio Gracie. These brothers held open competitions in Brazil challenging other martial artists to No Holds Barred (NHB) tournaments further refining BJJ into a complex and effective fighting system.
However, it wasn’t until the 1980’s that BJJ really stormed America when Royce Gracie, son of Helio, popularized the art by skillfully winning the early Ultimate Fighting Championships. Royce, not a physically intimidating man, cleaned out the competition, regardless of size, with the tactful application of BJJ. His success fueled the contagious spread of BJJ to all parts of the globe making Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a required part of any serious fighter’s repertoire.

MWAMA Association?
Mountain Warrior Academy of the Martial Arts (MWAMA) is associated with Heitor Abrahão. Heitor Abrahão holds a Black Belt in Judo and a Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Master Ricardo de la Riva - the only person to beat two Gracies in a single day of competition. Heitor Abrahão is also an official Black Belt under the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu federation.
Originally from Florianopolis, Brazil; Abrahão was the South Brazilian Champion for 3 years, Santa Catarina Champion for 3 years, and a State Judo Champion for 5 years. (Heitor Abrahao Jiu Jitsu School; www.abrahaojiujitsu.com).

MWAMA Instructor?
Adam “Randy” Stacey, of Abrahão Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, started BJJ under instructor Romolo Barros at the University of Hawaii in 2003 (Brazilian Freestyle Jiu Jitsu; www.brazilian-freestyle.com). In 2005 Randy joined his current instructor, Heitor Abrahão, and has been associated with him ever since. Adam "Randy" Stacey is also the founder of Red E Grappling. Please click on the banner below to learn more:

Abrahão and MWAMA?
We offer both Gi BJJ and No-Gi submission wrestling with a style slant towards competition. Although traditional BJJ is geared towards self-defense we do not emphasize much striking technique; regardless, competition or self-defense both contribute to the making of a successful martial artist. So whether you’re an experienced grappler, or fresh to the mats, Mountain Warrior’s BJJ/Submission Grappling will be an excellent addition to your martial arts journey.

Abrahao Brazilian Jiu Jitsu-Team Mountain Warrior
Mission, Vision, and Goals

Our PRIMARY MISSION is to train the best All-Round Grapplers on the planet! (We'll start with Klamath Basin of course). We intend to invest our efforts into creating a positive learning atmosphere where we exchange relevant technique, feedback, and training tips for the furthering of BJJ in each other.

Our VISION is to be the premier Grappling school in Southern Oregon, and eventually a recognized school throughout the West Coast.

Our GOALS are three fold:
1. Develop the MENTAL TOUGHNESS required for a Champion, on the mats and off.
2. Outclass our opposition with SUPERIOR TECHNIQUE.
3. Outlast our opponents with SUPERIOR FITNESS.

These goals are not exclusive goals. By that I mean, they are NOT meant to be a pre-qualifying checklist. No, I'm not saying if you fail to have any of these you're can't be part of our group. I'll be the first to tell you I could use growth on all three points if I wish to be champion. They are merely goals that I want to put in our minds as we train. We need to train intentionally if we ever hope to grow as competitors/practitioners.
Also, if you have no desire to train for competition, we still want to train intentionally for the sake of preparedness. However, as stated before, I am a Sport BJJ Instructor, so I always have that: "this is how applies in tournaments" mindset.