Solid Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Situated at 18933 E San Tan Blvd, Suite 115 in Queen Creek, Arizona, Solid Ground Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu provides martial arts education and self-defense instruction. The academy serves students across Queen Creek, Gilbert, and San Tan Valley, emphasizing character development, physical conditioning, and technical execution. The academy was established by founder Claudio Ribeiro, a black belt who received his ranking from Antonio Claudio and traces his grappling lineage directly to Rolls and Rickson Gracie. Ribeiro directs daily instruction with a patient approach, focusing on fundamental leverage, joint manipulation, and defensive awareness. The weekly schedule includes Samurai Seeds for ages 5 to 6, Little Warriors for ages 7 to 10, youth programs for ages 11 to 14, and adult gi and no-gi sessions for ages 15 and older. The academy also conducts a dedicated women's class, homeschool youth sessions, Saturday open mat, and free introductory classes.