WELCOME TO BRAZIL-021 CHICAGO/HQ
Brazil-021 Chicago School of Jiu-Jitsu strives for much more than simply winning competition medals. Instead, our commitment is to actively promote not only health and well-being but also self-confidence and mental toughness. Furthermore, we ensure that this is achieved within a safe, encouraging, and inspirational environment. As a result, our students are properly prepared for all the challenges they may eventually encounter in life.
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OUR HISTORY
The Brazil-021 Chicago School of Jiu-Jitsu was founded by Jiu-Jitsu black belts Andre “Negão” Terencio and Hannette Staack. From the very beginning, the school was established with a clear vision of not only unifying its staff but also creating a solid team. Moreover, its mission extends beyond training champions, as it also strives to help its members become good citizens and responsible family members.
Brazil-021 Chicago is not merely an academy reserved solely for the “tough” and powerful. On the contrary, it is a place designed for all—men, women, children, and even those who may feel uncertain about their abilities.
The name and logo were carefully inspired by the state of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. Specifically, the numbers 021 signify the telephone area code for Rio de Janeiro, which was initially the strongest hub for Jiu-Jitsu’s development. However, as Jiu-Jitsu has since expanded globally, the academy adopted a name with an English foundation: BRAZIL-021 SCHOOL OF JIU-JITSU.
The team is currently composed of schools located in Brazil, the United States, and Canada, further reinforcing its international presence and commitment to spreading Jiu-Jitsu worldwide.
PROGRAMS
Fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu
Kids Jiu-Jitsu Anti-Bullying
Law Enforcement Program
All levels and Advanced
THE BRAZIL-021 Chicago PHILOSOPHY
One of the most distinguishing highlights of Brazil-021 Jiu-Jitsu is, above all, a clearly defined philosophy that consistently drives both the instruction and the overall learning environment. While many schools solely focus on technique, Brazil-021, on the other hand, firmly believes that character development is not only essential but also a key component of one’s journey into martial arts. In contrast, we do not believe in the “transactional” model of martial arts schools, where technical knowledge is simply traded for tuition. Instead, we strongly believe that every student’s journey should, above all, be a commitment—not only to improving in Jiu-Jitsu but also to enhancing their quality of life while simultaneously making a positive impact on those around them. Therefore, our goal is to provide attentive and personalized instruction so that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu remains both accessible and transformative for individuals of all skill levels.
Safety and Self-Defense
Above all else, we believe that safety is paramount, regardless of what your specific goals may be in your Jiu-Jitsu journey. Furthermore, we emphasize that Jiu-Jitsu is always taught to be used exclusively for self-defense and nothing more. As a result, all students are expected to actively contribute to creating and maintaining a safe, fun, and healthy environment for training. In addition, they should never, under any circumstances, use Jiu-Jitsu to cause harm.
Family-Friendly and Family-First
We firmly believe that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone and, therefore, should always be accessible to anyone who is interested. Moreover, our academy is fully dedicated to fostering a family-friendly environment where students of all ages not only feel welcome but also supported. Similarly, we prioritize family values, as we understand that trust and mutual respect are essential for building a strong community. Consequently, we encourage camaraderie among team members so that, ultimately, everyone benefits from a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
Our schedule is dynamic and is subject to change according to the seasons and to better fit our students needs.
INSTRUCTORS
Professor
Vinicius
Black Belt
Sharon Gosun
Black Belt 4th Degree
Professor
John Thompson
Black Belt 4th Degree
