ACE MMA & FITNESS

What I really like about Ace is how relaxed, warm, and friendly it is. Professor Thiago is such an outgoing guy, and you can tell he's not just going through the motions but actually enjoys what he does. The students are diverse- different body types, abilities, and belt levels, and the mats are always full every time I've been. Considering there are three other BJJ gyms within minutes of ACE, the full classes are a great sign of a good program. Students often stay after class to practice and drill and guests are welcomed as if they were long time members. For the new-to-BJJ, nervous, or introverted, this gym is a great option. There always are multiple upper belts on the mats every time I go. The classes also have lots of students who have been with the gym a long time. These are all great indicators of good leadership. What I really like about Thiago is his exemplified understanding of leadership. He leads by giving people the freedom and independence to explore their own learning path and their own learning style without dogma or politics, or preaching, all while providing competition-proven technique and a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. I've never heard him talk bad about any other gym or over explain technique. Plus, picture time after class is pretty cool! You can tell by his attention to detail in setting up the class picture that Thiago gives his full attention to whatever he does. For context and perspective: I have trained multiple times at all of the BJJ gyms in this local area except GB, (Ace, CSA, and FRBJJ), and Ace is one of the two that I recommend for all belt levels, genders, personality types, and differently-abled.

Great Gym, Had a great trainig experience with Prof. Thiago past January. No GI class, professor and his students are very respectful and welcoming. Will stop by again for sure next time I'm in town. Thank you Prof. Thiago and the team!

Love this gym, professor Thiago is extremely talented and knowledgeable. And everyone there makes you feel like family.

I was in town for 4 days and joined them for a few rolls. Thiago has a lot of knowledge to share and is really friendly. Complete atmosphere here was very welcoming. Thank you and the crew, I will definitely be seeing more of you all when I’m in town. Ton

Great training, very welcoming. Will definitely come back to train.