Since 2009
Serving Denver
Relson Gracie
Direct Lineage
Law Enforcement
Trainer Since 2008
JIU JITSU FOR REAL LIFE
Programs designed for street effectiveness, not just sport. Every technique we teach is built for real-world survival.
Self Defense Course
Street effective techniques for real life survival situations. Learn proven self-defense methods rooted in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu that work when conventional rules do not apply.
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Jiu Jitsu Basics
Build a strong foundation in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fundamentals. Perfect for beginners looking to develop core techniques, positions, and submissions under expert guidance.
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Jiu Jitsu Advanced
Take your game to the next level with advanced techniques, competition preparation, and sophisticated strategies taught by Black Belt Rodrigo Salazar.
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Street Fight Class
Practical street fighting techniques developed from decades of real-world application. Train with a partner for just $199/2 people.
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Grappling
Dedicated grappling sessions focused on takedowns, ground control, and submission techniques. Available for just $99/2 people.
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Law Enforcement Training
Specialized defensive tactics training for law enforcement agencies. Rodrigo has trained officers across the USA and South America since 2008.
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Muay Thai & Kickboxing
Complement your ground game with stand-up striking. Muay Thai and kickboxing training available at the academy for a complete martial arts education.
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FROM PORTO ALEGRE
TO DENVER
Hailing from Porto Alegre, Brazil, Rodrigo Salazar embarked on his journey to the United States in 2000. With over two decades of unparalleled experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Rodrigo stands as an exceptional and unmatched instructor. His training under the world-renowned former world champion, Red and Black Belt instructor Fabio Santos, culminated in the prestigious black belt he holds today.
Having lived in Europe, Hawaii, and California before settling in Denver in 2009, Rodrigo established the first Relson Gracie School in the area. The Denver Jiu-Jitsu schools he founded have a singular focus: to impart "street effective techniques" for real-world survival situations. As an instructor, Rodrigo is known for his patient teaching style and attention to detail, ensuring every student grasps the intricacies of the art.
20+
Years Experience
Black Belt
Under Fabio Santos
2
Denver Academies
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
"Best place in Denver to train! If you want to learn BJJ you might as well lean from the best Rodrigo Salazar!"
— MMA Meltdown
"Denver Jiu Jitsu IS THE BEST PLACE EVER! It's a comfortable facility run by professionals who make you feel like family. I've been working out there for 6 months now and I can honestly say the trainers invest their time in each person, and provide friendly guidance."
— Fran Dantas
"I have been training Brazilian jiu jitsu for almost two years now with Denver Jiu Jitsu and Rodrigo Salazar. Rodrigo knows the Real Brazilian jiu jitsu self defense that can be used for competition, MMA and real life situations on the streets."
— Rodrigo Dias
"Denver Jiu-Jitsu is first class. Teaching and keeping it simple. They make you go hard and have advanced elevated focus. They help you believe in you and don't pamper you."
— Jered Scurlock
"At Denver Jiu-Jitsu you not only will find excellent instruction provided by Rodrigo Salazar but a community of people who embodies the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle. Amazing instruction, great community, flexible hours, clean mats are a winning combination."
— Rafael Huerta
"Professor Rodrigo Salazar brings knowledge, the ability to effectively share it, and the desire to make his students better. The academy is always a fun and productive environment in which to learn, excel and succeed."
— Justin Cowles
READY TO STEP ON
THE MATS?
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced martial artist, Denver Jiu Jitsu has a program built for you. Take the first step toward street-effective self defense.
GET ON THE MATS
Ready to train? Reach out and we will get you started. Your first step to street-effective Jiu Jitsu begins here.
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Our Locations
Denver Central Academy
6750 E Chenango Ave #35, Denver, CO 80237
(720) 295-0255
Mon 7:30pm, Wed 7:30pm, Thu 7:00pm
Aurora / DTC Academy
Denver Tech Center Area, Aurora, CO
(720) 295-0255
Contact for schedule
Iowa Lakes Jiu Jitsu
Lake Park, Iowa, Iowa
Contact for info
Head Coach: Matthew Mentink