Our Story
When you join the right academy, you are not a customer, you become Family!
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ is one of the most effective Martial Arts popularly practiced worldwide.
There are no requirements such as size, shape, age, or athletic ability to enjoy learning BJJ.
Come as you are, and those traits will change and develop over time at your personal speed.
Whether you are joining for self-defense, competitions, or just fun, you will find a home here with us.
Prof. Vincent Werner is a 4th degree Black Belt under 5th degree Prof. Edson Diniz and the American Top Team. His journey began at the Reyelson Gracie Academy in Boca Raton, FL. After structural changes, the academy partnered with the Boca Black Belt Academy under Marcelo Silveira (Carlson Gracie). During that time The American Top Team was born at the hands of Dan Lambert with founding members consisting of the Legendary Silveira Brothers (Marcus and Marcelo) and BJJ Superstar Ricardo Liborio (Brazilian Top Team).
Prof. Vincent was fortunate to be among the 1st group of American Top Team members all the way from white belt until receiving his Black Belt. After his Prof. Edson Diniz left for Brazil, he joined up with UFC Legend Prof. Wilson Gouveia (ATT) where he has enjoyed cultivating and teaching BJJ, Judo, and self-defense to men, women, and children of all abilities to bring about the best version of themselves. His mantra is:
“BJJ is for Everyone!”
Jaclyn Rodriguez Werner's journey from 17 years of dance to yoga to integrating restorative stretch and worship is quite fascinating. Her encounter with Jesus in 2016 was transformative, leading her to shift her focus from yoga to a practice that incorporates her passion for movement, healing, and spiritual connection.
By combining elements of dance, stretch, and restorative movements with worship, she not only helps individuals repair their bodies but also fosters a deeper connection to their faith. It's inspiring to see how she has channeled her talents and experiences into a path that not only serves others physically but also spiritually.
A message from Professor Vincent
“ I have been a lifelong athlete in many competitive sports as well as extreme sports.
Out of all of them I’ve done, there has never been anything like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that I have experienced.
It caused me to have more patience, brought focus and a calm to my life that no other sports could nor have.
It is a God sent blessing to me personally since day one.
The people that you meet on the mats end up becoming like your family. Everybody’s life changes here.
Egos get broken and reborn into humbleness and humility. Timid or scared people become confident and no longer fear.
I’ve seen bullies become protectors and mentors. I’ve witnessed the weak become strong, and the broken become whole.
Whatever it is you need, God is going to bring it to you and make a better version of you on the mats… Ohana. ”