Looking for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in North Jersey?
Then check out Performance BJJ and get your free trial by filling out the form on our contact page.
Performance Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is headed up by 5th-degree black belt Louis Vintaloro, who earned his belt under the legendary Royler Gracie. Louis has been a black belt for over ten years and has traveled to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to train BJJ with the best in the world over 30 times.
A Bit More About Louis
- Black Belt — Judo, 1st Degree under the US Judo Federation & Sensei Nagayasu Ogasawara
- Bachelor of Arts in Education, Cum Laude — William Paterson University
- NJ State Public School Teacher's Certification
- Trained in Brazil over 30 times with the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experts in the world
- Former Adjunct Professor — Ramapo College of New Jersey
- Member of the 2000 & 2001 Gracie Humaitá World competition team in Rio de Janeiro
- Former instructor at the Bergen County Police Academy, teaching Gracie Jiu-Jitsu based defensive tactics
We have classes six days per week to fit your schedule. We offer adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 5–8 and 9–12, and self-defense classes.
Benefits of Training BJJ
- Get into amazing shape
- Lose fat and gain muscle
- Learn how to defend yourself
- Improved confidence and self-esteem
- Make new friends
- Have fun!
What Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or BJJ as it is commonly called, is a martial art designed for a smaller, weaker person to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger attacker. It was made famous by the Gracie family and the UFC. Nearly every UFC fighter trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and many famous champions such as BJ Penn, Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva and Vitor Belfort are BJJ black belts.
Who Can Train BJJ?
Anyone! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be trained by anyone. We have a very welcoming team at Performance BJJ and can help students of any fitness level. No experience is required — only a positive attitude. If you want to lose weight, have fun and learn how to defend yourself, then BJJ is the perfect martial art for you.
Do Only Pro Fighters Train at Performance BJJ?
Absolutely not. Although some of our students compete, the large majority of our student base are normal people who want to get into shape and learn to defend themselves — doctors, construction workers, students, moms, dads, accountants, retail clerks and people from every walk of life. It is not a gym filled with aggressive people trying to hurt you; they are welcoming people with great attitudes.
Can Kids Train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Of course — and it's a great idea. Not only will it keep them active, it instills a work ethic, a sense of accomplishment and pride, teaches them to defend themselves, teaches them not to fight unless forced to, and helps them earn better grades, build better attitudes and have fun!
Where Is Performance BJJ Located?
Performance BJJ is located right in North Jersey in Fair Lawn, Bergen County, at 23-12 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410.
Ready for Your Free Trial?
If you live in North Jersey or near Performance BJJ, book your free class and our friendly staff will get you or your child set up for a first class — hopefully the first of many.
Book Your Free TrialCall · 201-390-5229