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Ronaldo Candido Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 130 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Novi, Michigan
Plan your first class
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Women's classes dedicated women's BJJ classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule rcabjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 248-770-3779
Hours
| Monday | 6–7 am, 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6–7 am, 11 am–12 pm, 6–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 6–7 am, 11 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“Professor Ronaldo, Professor Nick, Professor Jesse, Professor Aaron, Professor Cris, and other professors give genuine care and guidance to my children (3.”
“ladies' class is also a great bonus for moms to try BJJ”
“Sparring and local tournaments have been pivotal—not just for learning how to win, but how to lose gracefully and come back stronger.”
“Not only have they learned valuable self-defense skills, but they've also built discipline and confidence that I see reflected in their everyday lives.”
Other martial arts here
“Our son has attended just a few drop in Judo practices to expand on his folkstyle wrestling and he has already seen some major benefits that carries over to folkstyle.”
“Our son has attended just a few drop in Judo practices to expand on his folkstyle wrestling and he has already seen some major benefits that carries over to folkstyle.”
What members say
“If you're looking for high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, a modern and clean facility, world-class instruction, and a welcoming community, look no further than RCA BJJ!”
“If you're looking for high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, a modern and clean facility, world-class instruction, and a welcoming community, look no further than RCA BJJ!”
“If you're looking for high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, a modern and clean facility, world-class instruction, and a welcoming community, look no further than RCA BJJ!”
“The staff to student ratio is excellent and allows for individualized lessons on safety and proper techniques in a large group atmosphere.”
“My son is gaining confidence through hard work, self discipline and the strong sense of community that the Ronaldo Candido Academy provides.”
“Sparring and local tournaments have been pivotal—not just for learning how to win, but how to lose gracefully and come back stronger.”
From the reviews
We have been so pleased with Ronaldos' classes. He teaches everything a concerned family wants for their children - discipline, hard work, grit, manners, respect. My kids LOVE coming and ask to go every day of the week! All the instructors are gentle and kind while teaching excellent techniques in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu..
Two-Year Update: After two years at this gym, both of my daughters have transformed. They started off shy and hesitant—now they walk with confidence, speak up for themselves, and know how to protect their personal space.
This dojo is amazing in so many ways. Professor Ronaldo, Professor Nick, Professor Jesse, Professor Aaron, Professor Cris, and other professors give genuine care and guidance to my children (3.5 and 7.5 years old), and the facility is always clean.
Our jiu jitsu journey started 2 years ago. We came from another gym that wasn’t professional and was a very negative experience. I have two children in this sport and when we came to Ronaldo’s they were discouraged and losing confidence. Ronaldo took the time to communicate with and welcome my family into his gym.
Your first BJJ class at Ronaldo Candido Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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