Competition Team
The Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton Competition Team is for students of all ages who want to test their Jiu-Jitsu in tournaments. Training focuses on technique, strategy and mental preparation, guided by instructors who prepare athletes for tournaments.
Competing is optional and never required to be part of the academy. For those who are curious, the team offers a structured path: learn the rules, practice competition rounds, and compete when you and your instructor agree you are ready.
We value sportsmanship, preparation and growth over medals. Win or lose, athletes are expected to represent the academy with respect, and parents of young competitors are involved every step of the way.
What the team offers
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Structured preparation
Rounds, strategy and game plans before each event.
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Team environment
Training partners who push and support you.
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Mental skills
Handling nerves, pressure and results with maturity.
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Sportsmanship
Respect for opponents, referees and teammates.
How competition training works
Technique first, intensity when ready.
- Competition rules and scoring explained
- Specific drills and game plans
- Timed rounds with different partners
- Review after events: what worked, what to improve
Competing the right way
Competition training raises the intensity, so we build up gradually and watch recovery. Young athletes compete only with parent consent and in age divisions. Win or lose, we review each event together and focus on learning.
How to start
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Book a free trial
Talk to your instructor about your goals and training history. Most members train in regular classes for a while first.
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Come to class
Learn the rules and weight or age divisions of the tournaments you want to enter, with help from the coaches.
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Choose your next step
Register for a first event when you and your instructor agree the time is right.
Inside our classes
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to join the competition team?
Are kids allowed to compete?
What does it cost?
Can I train for fitness only?
Try a class, free
Come see the academy, meet the instructors and find the right class. No pressure and no experience needed.
Class schedule
| Day | Time | Class | Instructor | Ages |
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| Monday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Monday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Monday | Adults Only Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 18+ | |
| Tuesday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Tuesday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Tuesday | Adults Only Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 18+ | |
| Wednesday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Wednesday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Wednesday | Adults Only Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 18+ | |
| Thursday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Thursday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Thursday | Adults Only Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 18+ | |
| Friday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Friday | Teens 11+ & Adults Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 11+ | |
| Friday | Adults Only Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | Ages 18+ | |
| Saturday | Open Mat · everyone Free trial | Guilherme Tavares Lyra | — |
Plans and pricing
A. Kids & Adults Unlimited
Unlimited classes, kids and adults.
B. Kids & Adults 3x per week
Up to 3 classes per week, kids and adults.
C. Kids & Adults 2x per week
Up to 2 classes per week, kids and adults.
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