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First Class
SAFETY & STRUCTURE
No egos. You'll get paired with a veteran student who prioritizes your safety. Learn the absolute basics of movement, breathing, and survival mechanics.
CIA PAULISTA
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU · MONROVIA
DISCIPLINEIS BUILT.
Nobody walks in a black belt
Every student starts with questions, nerves, and uncertainty — then learns one step at a time where they belong
UNCERTAIN
WHAT IS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
THE GENTLE ARTOF CONTROL
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a grappling martial art built on leverage, timing and technique. Rooted in Japanese judo and refined in Brazil, it teaches you to take the fight to the ground, control an opponent and finish with a submission — no punches or kicks required.
01/THE BENEFITS
SIX REASONS TO TRAIN
SELF-DEFENSE
What if you never had to rely on size or strength to stay safe? Jiu-Jitsu teaches you to stay calm, control the situation and protect yourself using leverage and technique. Every move is drilled step by step, then tested in live training — so it works when it matters.
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SELF-DEFENSE
What if you never had to rely on size or strength to stay safe? Jiu-Jitsu teaches you to stay calm, control the situation and protect yourself using leverage and technique. Every move is drilled step by step, then tested in live training — so it works when it matters.
YOUR FOUR-STAGE JOURNEY TO CONTROL
We don't expect you to be fit, fast, or skilled on day one. Our structured pipeline guides you every step of the way.
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Building Discipline
CONSISTENCY & FORM
Start building raw physical fitness while mapping out core self-defense concepts. Regular attendance turns technique into pure reflex and hardens focus.
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Testing Skills
BELT PROGRESSION
Introduce safe live-rolling. Feel the real-time application of leverage against resistance. Watch your technique overcome raw strength as you earn rank.
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In Control
MIND & BODY MASTERY
True composure under pressure. Bring the mental toughness, quick decision-making, and deep discipline built on the mat back to your daily life.
MEET YOUR PROFESSOR
FREDDYSABBATINI
6TH DEGREE BLACK BELT
OVER 30 YEARS ON THE MATS
Jiu-Jitsu has been my life's journey for more than three decades. From a young student in São Paulo to a black belt, competitor, and now a professor, my mission has always been the same: to share the art, build strong character, and help others become the best version of themselves.
TRAIN WITH FREDDY
FROM SÃO PAULO TO MONROVIA
MY STORY
Direct lineage under Master Maximiano Trombini, founder of Cia Paulista — carried from Brazil to California.
AGE 7
Started Judo
Where the discipline began.
1991
Discovered Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
At age 15 in São Paulo, Brazil.
LINEAGE
Trained under Master Maximiano Trombini
Founder of Cia Paulista.
2000-2004
Taught at Cia Paulista São Paulo
Coaching on the mats where he trained.
2001
Earned his Black Belt
Promoted by Master Trombini.
2004
Moved to California
Founded Cia Paulista Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Monrovia.
A DECORATED CAREER
ACHIEVEMENTS
Proven on the mats at the highest levels — and measured just as much by the students he has built.
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NABJJ WORLD CHAMPION
Three world titles at the North American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu championships.
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JJWL WORLD CHAMPION
World champion title earned on the Jiu-Jitsu World League stage.
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IBJJF PAN AMS SILVER MEDALIST
Four podium finishes at the IBJJF Pan American Championship.
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TOURNAMENTS COMPETED
Over 100 tournaments competed across three decades on the mats.
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MEDALS EARNED
A decorated career of 75+ medals won in competition.
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BLACK BELT SUPERFIGHTS — UNDEFEATED
Seven black belt superfights. Zero losses.
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BLACK BELTS PROMOTED
Twenty students taken all the way to black belt.
The classes we offer
(OUR CORE PROGRAMS)
Instilling discipline, extreme safety, self-defense, and confidence early in life. Classes structured specifically for growing minds and bodies.
From absolute beginners learning self-defense, to seasoned competitors chasing performance. Find intense physical fitness and a tight-knit community.
Custom personal instruction designed around your schedule, specific fitness goals, and unique learning speed. Directly accelerate your belt progression.
HEAR WHAT OUR
STUDENTS SAY!
Hear from the kids, parents, and adults who walked in nervous and found a second home on the mat.
I'm 45 and thought I was too old to start. The structured curriculum made it easy to learn at my own pace.
Robert Lim
White Belt · 8 Months
Clean mats, clear schedule, and coaches who remember your name. It never feels like just another gym.
Angela Ruiz
Blue Belt · 3 Years
The coaches care about technique over ego. I've lost 30 lbs, but the bigger change is how calm I stay under pressure.
Daniel Cruz
Blue Belt · 2 Years
No egos, no intimidation. Just a team that wants every new student to succeed and stick with it.
Chris Dela Cruz
Blue Belt · 4 Years
Both my daughters train here. They've learned respect, discipline, and how to handle bullies without fear.
I came for fitness and stayed for the people. This academy genuinely changed how I carry myself every day.
Leah Morales
White Belt · 6 Months
Rolling here taught me patience. Leverage really does beat strength, and I've felt it happen on the mat.
Kevin Park
Purple Belt · 5 Years
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