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Evidence Hub

Complete transparency. Every ranking, credential, and claim on our site is documented and verifiable. We believe families deserve proof, not promises.

Official Rankings

Verified Rankings

Our rankings are verified through official governing bodies and can be confirmed at their respective websites.

#1 Youth BJJ Academy in USA

PBJJF 2025

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#1 Youth BJJ Academy Globally

PBJJF World Rankings 2025

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#3 World Ranked - Masters Heavyweight

IBJJF

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World Ranked Athletes
Youth Yellow Belts
#1 & #2 World
PBJJF 2025
Youth Gray Belts
#1 & #3 World
PBJJF 2025
Professor Ranard Brown
#3 World
IBJJF Masters Heavyweight
Competition Results

Championship Results

Beyond Jiu-Jitsu athletes at PBJJF Pan-American Championships 2025
9× Gold Medals

PBJJF Pan-American Championships 2025

2025
6× PBJJF World Championship Titles
Youth
2025
9× PBJJF Pan-Am Championship Titles
Youth
2025
15× PBJJF American National Titles
Youth
2025
15× PBJJF Regional Titles
Youth
2024
8× PBJJF World Championship Titles
Youth
2024
14× PBJJF Regional Titles
Youth
2009-2023
100+ Local, Regional & National Championships
All Divisions
Coaching Credentials

Elite Lineage

Royce Gracie

UFC Hall of Famer, 3x UFC Champion

2001-2013

Rickson Gracie

Undefeated BJJ Legend, 8th Degree Red Belt

2014-2024

Luiz Palhares

World Champion, Head of Ribeiro Lineage

2014-Present
Professor Ranard Brown

Founder & Head Coach

IBJJF Certified Black Belt
#3 World Ranked - IBJJF Masters Heavyweight
UFC Ultimate Fighter Striking Evaluator
25+ Years of BJJ Training
16 Years Academy Leadership

Direct Lineage: Royce Gracie → Rickson Gracie → Luiz Palhares

Peer-Reviewed Research

Research Citations

Our claims about BJJ's benefits are backed by peer-reviewed research from leading institutions.

Martial Arts Training Improves Focus and Attention in Children

NIH/PubMed (2019)

Finding: Significant improvement in focus and attention

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Physical Activity and Mental Health Benefits

Harvard Health (2024)

Finding: Regular exercise improves cognitive function and mental health

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Exercise and Anxiety Reduction in Youth

NIH/PubMed (2019)

Finding: Physical activity reduces anxiety symptoms in children and teens

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Self-Defense Training Psychological Benefits

NIH/PubMed (2015)

Finding: Self-defense training increases self-efficacy and empowerment

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Youth Sports Safety Guidelines

CDC Sports Safety (2024)

Finding: Evidence-based injury prevention protocols for youth athletics

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Safety Standards

Safety & Policies

0.15% Injury Rate
Lower than youth soccer and basketball
SafeSport Trained Staff
All coaches complete child safety certification
Age-Appropriate Curriculum
5 distinct programs for ages 4-adult
Controlled Sparring Protocols
Progressive skill-based partner work
Mat Hygiene Standards
Hospital-grade cleaning after every class
Verified Metrics

Transformation Stats

1,000+
Families Served
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200+
Gold Medalists Mentored
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14×
World Champion Titles (2024-2025)
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87%
Reported Increased Independence
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94%
Parent-Reported Discipline Improvement
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16
Years of Excellence
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