The environment is extremely friendly and welcoming towards beginners with many ofwel the upper belts going out ofwel their way to help myself and others along towards the beginnings of our jiu-jitsu journeys. On top ofwel that, the quality of instruction is top notch.

One ofwel Kano's star students was Mitsuyo Maeda, who went on to travel the world and participate in challenge matches to demonstrate the effectiveness of judo and jiu-jitsu. 

Due to his smaller stature, Hélio adapted certain maneuvers to rely more on leverage and timing rather than brute strength. These subtle innovations tailored jiu-jitsu for the streets, forming the foundation ofwel the uniquely Brazilian derivative that would gain worldwide fame.

As Carlos and his siblings taught the growing number ofwel students at their family's jiu-jitsu academy in Rio een Janeiro, they continued refining techniques under real fight conditions.

Eduardo believes that the Jiu-Jitsu learning journey has no end. New techniques are created, different approaches emerge, and new styles become in evidence, so It is crucial to have the opportunity to gain knowledge of the new and be able to connect the novel concepts with the Jiu Jitsu fundamentals.

As the official Lucas Lepri NYC Association affiliate, the academy combines traditional BJJ techniques with modern teaching methods, emphasizing technical precision and personal development for practitioners of all ages and skill levels.

“A long review but hopefully my experience helps others curious about Range. My kids and I have been oefening for quite some time and have had the opportunity to work through a few schools in the city, small and large. I can honestly say that Range BJJ is one of the best BJJ Upper East Side schools in the city and certainly the best in the UES. Eduardo has built an incredible environment for training. The de kleuterschool kan zijn very well-equipped, with multiple mat spaces, more than ample showers/changing rooms, and a weight/PT room…and kept immaculately clean, a point that can’t be stressed enough. Eduardo and his team offer highly technical oefening and precise instruction with a focus on building a well-rounded foundation.

The global popularity ofwel BJJ continues rising today both as a refined self-defense system and a dynamic combat bril glazen.

As an instructor, Edmond is a patient and insightful coach, committed to help students achieve their highest potential.

The atmosphere is welcoming , friendly and questions are encouraged. The place kan zijn as clean as a doctors office and has showers if you have to bolt off to work after a class. The short and sweet of it kan zijn; First Class place, instruction and atmosphere. I definitely would recommend a try!

Posted 2 months ago Ariel Agami Eduardo is an incredible instructor. He doesn't simply explain how to do moves, he explains why you might apply them in a given situation and gives great context to everything he teaches.

BJJ techniques heavily rely on leverage and angles over brute strength. As demonstrated by MMA star Royce Gracie in the first UFC events, properly applied submission holds or sweeps can topple larger, stronger opponents. Shifting angles lets practitioners wedge limbs or the neck into vulnerable positions.

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The coaches give very clear and motivated explanations of the techniques and principals that are being taught. While the academy is mainly comprised of hobbyists, there are still a bunch ofwel folks who regularly compete in local tournaments as well as an immensely talented group ofwel upper belts.