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SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
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SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC

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About

SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC offers training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts, led by a team of highly credentialed black belt instructors. The coaching staff includes founder and head instructor Silvio Duran, a second-degree black belt under Rodrigo Cavaca and Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro, co-founder Vedha Toscano, also a second-degree black belt, instructor Mauricio Fernandes, and brown belt instructor Ben Simone. The facility provides showers for member convenience. Members consistently describe the instruction as world class, highly technical, and well structured, suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

reviewsWhat Members Say

Members consistently praise the world class, highly technical instruction from credentialed black belt coaches like Silvio Duran and Vedha Toscano. They highlight the exceptionally welcoming and supportive community where beginners feel safe and higher belts help newcomers. Reviewers specifically mention the versatile training suitable for both competitors and recreational practitioners, with many noting the gym's friendly environment makes them feel at home. No concerns are raised in the reviews, with visitors and regulars alike recommending the academy without hesitation.

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Patch

3 months ago

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SD jiu jitsu is fantastic. The studio is owned and operated by top athletes who offer classes for all levels. I started as a brand new white belt with zero experience in any martial arts and was blown away by how welcoming the community was. The environment speaks to the character of Silvio, Vedha, and their team. If you are interested in BJJ in the NYC area I highly recommend this studio.

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Olivier Bajeux EPH' HEMIN SAS

2 months ago

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During a stay in New York, I had the opportunity to visit SD Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC with my son. We were very warmly welcomed from the moment we arrived. The instructors are clearly high-level practitioners, and this is reflected in the quality, technique, and overall game of the students they have trained. Excellent atmosphere, very technical jiu-jitsu, and a great training environment. I highly recommend this academy — and without hesitation, I would sign up here if I were living in New York !

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Jonathan Luik

a month ago

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This gym is like no other I’ve ever experienced! The instruction is world class and the owners, Silvio and Vedha, are wonderful people. I’ve trained under Silvio for two and a half years now and could not imagine training anywhere else. The jiu-jitsu here is highly technical and classes are well structured. Beyond the instruction what really stands out is the supportive environment. Silvio and Vedha have curated a gym culture which emphasizes safety and kindness and in which higher belts continually support and help beginners. I truly feel at home here!

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Kevin Salguero

6 months ago

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Travelled to NYC for a few days and luckily my hotel was right near by SD Jiu Jitsu in midtown. I went to the morning class and everyone was very welcoming and kind, the instruction was excellent and I had some great rounds to kick off the day. I highly recommend for anyone visiting or living in the area! Thank you SD team!

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Irena Simonova (Irenka)

a month ago

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Gym in the city with Sensei Silvio and Vedha? That’s a world class. I love it here because I am always welcomed back. Whether it’s the day after or after a while. The style of jiu jitsu here is very versatile. Beautiful friendly environment with talented, focused students and sharp black belts. Beginner friendly and safe gym. If you want to compete, you are led with precision. If you don’t, you come for fun and good time. The most perfect gym for your own jiu jitsu journey.

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Contact

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333 W 52nd St 4th Floor - Suite 401, New York, NY 10019, USA

scheduleHours

Monday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 3:50 – 8:30 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 – 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 3:50 – 8:30 PM

Thursday: 7:30 – 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

Friday: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Silvio Duran

Founder / Head Instructor

Black Belt 2nd Degree under Rodrigo Cavaca and Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro

Worlds Masters Champion (2025), 2x Pan American No Gi Champion, Pan American Gi Champion, +30x IBJJF Open Champion.

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Vedha Toscano

Co-Founder / Instructor

Black Belt 2nd Degree under Fábio Clemente

World No Gi Champion (2019), Worlds Masters Champion (2025), 3x Pan American No Gi Champion.

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Mauricio Fernandes

Instructor

Black Belt 2nd Degree under Andre Pederneiras

Skilled practitioner from Rio de Janeiro. Has been teaching in NYC alongside Silvio Duran for 6 years.

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Ben Simone

Instructor

Brown Belt under Silvio Duran and Vitor Shaolin

Brown belt instructor for 7 years. Coaches fundamentals and No-Gi programs, focusing on technical precision.