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What Jiu-Jitsu can offer you!

  • Improves physical fitness and health

  • Develops coordination and balance

  • Promotes weight loss and management

  • Fosters discipline and commitment

  • Teaches respect for oneself and others

  • Encourages humility and sportsmanship

  • Enhances problem-solving skills

  • Builds mental toughness and focus

  • Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy

  • Teaches effective communication skills

  • Develops leadership qualities

  • Improves stress management and relaxation techniques

  • Builds camaraderie and friendships

  • Provides an outlet for creativity and self-expression

  • Enhances problem-solving skills

  • Builds a growth mindset and resilience to failure

  • Enhances conflict resolution abilities

  • Provides a positive outlet for aggression and energy

  • Boosts self-esteem and self-worth

  • Enhances problem-solving skills

  • Provides a lifelong journey of learning, growth, and self-improvement.

  • Provides a sense of belonging and community

  • Promotes goal-setting and achievement

Who is Carlos Machado?

Founder of the Carlos Machado Association:

Carlos Machado is one of the most respected and accomplished figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with a lineage that traces directly back to the founders of the art. A member of the legendary Machado family, Carlos is the eldest of the Machado brothers, who are cousins to the Gracie family—the pioneers of modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Having trained under his uncle, Carlos Gracie Sr., Carlos Machado has spent decades refining his skills and developing a teaching style that blends traditional BJJ with innovative techniques.

With a career spanning over 50 years, Carlos Machado holds a 8th-degree Coral belt, one of the highest ranks in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and is considered a pioneer in spreading BJJ across the United States. He has trained countless world champions and is widely regarded for his technical expertise, humility, and dedication to his students. Under his leadership, the Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu Association has grown into one of the most prestigious organizations in the world, fostering a global network of schools and instructors committed to excellence in both the art and sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

At Safeguard Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, we proudly follow the principles and curriculum set by Carlos Machado, ensuring our students receive top-tier instruction grounded in tradition and real-world application.

Meet the Instructor

Head Instructor and Owner of Safeguard BJJ

Meet Elias, the head instructor and founder of Safeguard Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With years of experience on the mat, Elias began his Jiu-Jitsu journey as a Law Enforcement Officer. Elias brings a unique approach to prioritizing practical self-defense before sport. His passion for BJJ lies in empowering students through discipline, courtesy, and leadership, which form the core values of his school. Elias specializes in teaching beginner-friendly techniques rooted in real-world application, helping students of all ages build confidence and skill. New students will build essential self-defense skills that will evolve into a deep passion and appreciation for both the art and sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.