RCR BJJ welcomes everyone — from first-timers to seasoned competitors — into a respectful, family-oriented community. Whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, or competition, you'll find expert instruction and a team that lifts you up.
As a proud affiliate of BJJ Revolution Team, We Defy Foundation, and an Invictus Certified Gym, RCR BJJ stands for excellence, access, and evolution — on and off the mat.
📍 Located inside One Tribe Combat Training Collective
📧 rcrbjj@gmail.com
📱 802-999-1602
John is a 3rd-degree black belt under Julio “Foca” Fernandez. He began his training in 2004 and has competed across the U.S., Canada, and Brazil — including the Rio Open. A lifelong martial artist and family man, John is passionate about building both fighters and a strong community. He leads the Adult BJJ and Homeschool programs.
📧 rcrbjj@gmail.com
📱 802-999-1602
Adam started his BJJ journey in 2016 at START BJJ, under the instruction of Professor Rafael "Gordinho" Correa de Lima. In 2021 he began training under the instruction of John Bruss at Rocket City Revolution BJJ. He was promoted to brown belt in July 2024. He enjoys instructing, learning new techniques, and meeting new people.
While he's not training or instructing BJJ, he enjoys spending time with this family and 2 dogs hiking new trails. He is a proclaimed DIY'er and can't wait to start or complete a new project.
For all Kids & Teens inquiries, contact Bobby directly.
📧 rcrbjj@gmail.com
📱 251-751-2264
📅 Monday: 12 PM (No-Gi), 7:30 PM (Gi), 8:30 PM (Open Mat)
📅 Tuesday: 6:30 AM & 11 AM (Gi), 7:30 PM (Gi), 8:30 PM (Open Mat)
📅 Wednesday: 6:30 AM (Gi), 5:15 PM (No-Gi Fundamentals)
📅 Thursday: 6:30 AM & 11 AM (Gi), 7:30 PM (No-Gi), 8:30 PM (Open Mat)
📅 Friday: 12 PM (No-Gi Open Mat), 8 PM (Gi Basics)
📅 Saturday: 9 AM – 11 AM (Open Mat)
💰 $125/month (or $100/month for Military/First Responders)
💰 $10 Drop-In
📩 Contact John Bruss directly for adult and homeschool classes.
📅 Mondays @ 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
📅 Tues & Thurs @ 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM
💰 $80/month (Family discounts available)
📅 Mondays @ 6:45 PM – 7:30 PM
📅 Tues & Thurs @ 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
💰 $80/month
📩 Contact Bobby Ferrante to get started with youth classes.
🕘 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Self-Defense + BJJ
🕙 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Strength & Conditioning
💰 $80/month (1 class) | $120/month (both classes)
Led by Head Instructor John Bruss and a Certified Athletic Trainer
We’re part of one of the most respected BJJ lineages in the world: BJJ Revolution Team.
Our roots trace back to the legendary Carlson Gracie, and our style blends tradition with modern competition strategies.
But more than that — we show up for each other.
We train hard, lift each other up, and stay focused on continuous growth.
📍 Located inside One Tribe Combat Training Collective
97 Hughes Rd, Suite K, Madison, AL
📧 Email: rcrbjj@gmail.com
📱 Call/Text: 802-999-1602
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Carlson Gracie Sr. → Julio “Foca” Fernandez → John Bruss → You
We’re proud affiliates of the BJJ Revolution Team, founded by Carlson Gracie black belts Julio “Foca” Fernandez and Rodrigo Medeiros — world champions and icons in the sport.
That legacy continues here in Madison, Alabama.
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