Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Dunnellon, FL
Founded in 1991, Team Carvalho has established itself as a leader in martial arts training, specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. Our approach combines ground and standing techniques, emphasizing the transition between disciplines to prepare students for real-world scenarios. We foster a family-oriented environment where students of all ages develop physical fitness, mental discipline, and self-defense skills. With a legacy rooted in the Carvalho brothers' dedication to promoting martial arts, we continue to produce champions while prioritizing personal growth and community values. Our instructors bring decades of experience, offering personalized guidance to help students achieve their short- and long-term goals. From kids' programs to adult fitness classes, we provide comprehensive training tailored to individual needs. Our commitment to 'Jiu-Jitsu Against Drugs' reflects our focus on character development alongside technical proficiency. Whether you seek competition success or improved quality of life, our academy offers a supportive space to challenge yourself and grow. We extend our services through mobile training options, bringing expertise directly to homes, workplaces, or schools.
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Judo Training
Self-Defense Classes
Fitness Training
Martial Arts Seminars
Youth Programs
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined martial arts instruction experience
- Our curriculum integrates ground and standing techniques for complete combat readiness
- We maintain a family-oriented training environment with personalized attention
- Our academy has produced multiple BJJ, Judo, and MMA champions
- We provide mobile training services for convenient access
Associations and certifications
- Team Edson Carvalho
Payment methods
- Credit cards, Cash, Debit cards, Checks
Services
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program develops ground fighting expertise through structured curriculum. Students learn submission holds, positional control, and leverage-based techniques applicable for self-defense and competition. The practice builds physical conditioning while fostering mental resilience and strategic thinking.
Judo Training
Our Judo instruction emphasizes throws, takedowns, and standing grappling techniques. Students develop balance, timing, and explosive power while learning to transition effectively to ground fighting scenarios. The program maintains traditional values of discipline and mutual respect.
Self-Defense Classes
Our self-defense programs teach practical techniques for real-world situations. Students learn to de-escalate conflicts, execute defensive maneuvers, and transition between standing and ground positions. The curriculum emphasizes situational awareness and personal safety strategies.
Fitness Training
Our fitness programs use martial arts principles to build strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Workouts incorporate functional movements, partner drills, and conditioning exercises that improve overall physical performance while teaching practical self-defense skills.
Martial Arts Seminars
We conduct specialized seminars covering advanced techniques, competition strategies, and philosophical aspects of martial arts. These intensive sessions provide focused skill development opportunities for dedicated practitioners seeking to elevate their proficiency.
Questions
What martial arts do you teach?
We specialize in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo, with self-defense and fitness-focused programs for all ages.
Are beginners welcome?
Yes! Our curriculum accommodates all skill levels from novice to advanced practitioners.
What age groups do you accept?
We offer programs for kids, juniors, teens, and adults including senior-friendly options.
Do you offer private lessons?
Yes, we provide private and group lessons tailored to individual learning goals.
Are there competition opportunities?
We prepare students for competition with proven training methods that have produced multiple champions.
Do you offer mobile training services?
Yes, our Team Carvalho Mobile Service brings instruction to homes, workplaces, or schools.