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Welcome to Team Cruz Carapicuíba – Vila Dirce. “Discipline, Technique, and Respect – Experience Jiu-Jitsu with Us”

Welcome to Team Cruz Carapicuíba/Vila Dirce Academy! Under the leadership of Professor Rodrigo Abente, a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a true example of dedication to the gentle art and his students, our academy is a place where commitment, respect, and learning go hand in hand every day. With a methodology designed to meet the needs of beginners as well as experienced practitioners, we offer structured classes for kids, teens, and adults—always respecting each student's pace and goals. Here, you’ll find a family-friendly, welcoming, and well-organized environment, ideal for developing not only your Jiu-Jitsu skills, but also your confidence, discipline, and overall well-being. Join Team Cruz Carapicuíba/Vila Dirce and embark on a journey of physical, technical, and mental evolution with a team that truly cares about your progress.

Our Mat

Why Train at Team Cruz Carapicuíba?

✅ Safe and Organized Environment
Our academy was carefully designed to provide comfort, safety, and well-being in every class. We value cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail—creating a welcoming and risk-free space, ideal for students of all ages.

✅ Kids Jiu-Jitsu
We believe in the power of Jiu-Jitsu to positively transform lives from an early age. Our kids’ classes are thoughtfully structured to teach the fundamentals of the gentle art in a safe, fun, and educational way. Children develop motor coordination, discipline, respect, social skills, and self-confidence—all within a supportive and family-oriented atmosphere. More than self-defense, they learn how to overcome challenges and grow as individuals.

✅ Complete Methodology
With programs tailored for beginners, intermediates, and advanced students, we offer classes for all age groups—from first-timers on the mat to high-performance athletes. Our methodology respects each student’s pace, promoting technical and personal development in every class.

✅ Personal Growth and Self-Defense
Training Jiu-Jitsu at Team Cruz Carapicuíba goes far beyond physical fitness. You will develop focus, self-confidence, emotional control, and learn essential self-defense techniques that can make a real difference in critical situations. It’s a path of growth—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Building champions on and off the mat. Team Cruz Carapicuíba – Aldeia.

Building champions on and off the mat.

Professor Rodrigo Abente, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, is more than an instructor — he is a true mentor both on and off the mats.
With years of experience in teaching and practicing the gentle art, Rodrigo’s mission is to shape not only Jiu-Jitsu practitioners but also athletes and competitors who are prepared to face challenges in every area of life.

His methodology focuses on the student’s complete development, combining technique, strategy, and a winning mindset. Rodrigo believes that every training session is an opportunity for growth — whether it’s a child taking their first steps in Jiu-Jitsu or an adult looking to refine their competitive game.

Under his leadership, Team Cruz Carapicuíba/Vila Dirce has become a center of excellence, discovering talent and encouraging students to compete in local, regional, and national tournaments. More than results, Rodrigo values the process: every victory starts on the mat, with discipline, consistency, and daily perseverance.

Team Cruz Carapicuiba – Vila Dirce

Professor Rodrigo Abente

The Mat Is Our Second Home

On the mat, parents, children, and friends train together, learning respect, discipline, and growing as a family.
Each class becomes a unique moment of connection, where everyone shares challenges, victories, and breakthroughs. Training together strengthens communication, builds trust between parents and children, and creates memories that go far beyond the sport.

The mat is a space of unity, friendship, and collective growth — where every session strengthens the body, mind, and family bonds, making relationships at home more harmonious and inspiring.

Team Cruz Carapicuiba – Vila Dirce

Professor Rodrigo Abente

Schedule Your Trial Class

Whether you’re from Carapicuíba, the surrounding region, or anywhere in the world, know that Jiu-Jitsu is a universal language — and Team Cruz Carapicuíba is the ideal place for practitioners of all backgrounds to feel at home. Under the leadership of Professor Rodrigo Abente, we welcome every student with respect, dedication, and a commitment to providing the best environment for growth.

Here, excellence, discipline, and team spirit go hand in hand. Schedule your trial class today and experience training in a safe, inspiring, and high-energy space. Transform your Jiu-Jitsu journey, become part of a growing community, and connect with people who share the same passion for the gentle art!

Team Cruz Carapicuiba – Vila Dirce

Professor Rodrigo Abente

A Mat That Strengthens Bonds

In our academy, the mat goes beyond training. 💙
We host special events such as Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Children’s Day, where parents and kids can share unique moments, have fun, and create lasting memories together.
These gatherings strengthen family ties and show that Jiu-Jitsu is also about unity, love, and growing together as a family. 🥋

Mat for Them

In our gym, the mat is a safe and inspiring place for women of all ages.
Here, they train together, build confidence, take care of their physical and mental health, and discover their inner strength.
Here, they are the protagonists of their own evolution. 💪

Team Cruz Carapicuiba – Vila Dirce

ADDRESS – Contact us to receive our class schedule

Avenida Inocencio Serafico 4421, Carapicuíba, Brazil 06343-410 - (11) 99214-9309

"Transformation starts here. Join Team Cruz Carapicuíba-Vila Dirce!"

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