Professor Jackson Matos
Head Coach
Jackson Matos started martial arts in December 2003 in the city of Fortaleza Brazil with Professor Ailton Barbosa. At the start of his training, Professor Jackson showed talent ...
moreOne word to describe this place, it's family. I've known Professor Jackson for 5 years, as well as trained under CHECKMAT about the same. This environment is friendly, kind, and amazing. My bjj game has improved due to the work we put in each other and the motivation of training that inspires us to reach our goals. I appreciate Professor Jackson and his lovely family! One day, I hope I can be a CHECKMAT black belt under my good friend Professor Jackson. Please stop by learn from his experience with bjj. Hard training, good basics, and a family environment!
If you are looking for a gym that is deeply rooted in the culture and within the competitive space of Jiu-Jitsu, then this is the place for you. If you are just casually looking to roll and learn some self-defense or you are trying to compete, this gym offers both GI and No-Gi as well as competition preparation classes. Jackson is a great teacher and is well respected in the space, come check it out and see for yourself!