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Leonardo “Leopedia” Itaborahy, Martial Arts Instructor

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Leonardo “Leopedia” Itaborahy

A native of Rio De Janeiro Brazil, Leo is a 3rd degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under the renowned Marcelo “Brutus” Silveira.

A seasoned competitor with over 10 years as a black belt, Leo has trained with and competed against some of the very biggest and best names in the sport.

Befitting of his nickname of “Leopedia” he is widely heralded for his depth of technical knowledge in the GI.

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Ricardo Liborio

Passionate people that know why they are training martial arts 🙏

Nora Trammell

We're new not just to the gym but to Jiu-Jitsu as well. Our family of four (2 kids) has been welcomed so much not just by Wade and Kat but everyone. The atmosphere is so uplifting and people really want to see you succeed. Everyone is helpful and I'm grateful for such an awesome gym family to learn and grow with. The kids classes are wonderful; my kids non stop ask when class is. Everything is super clean. Can't say enough great things about this place and the people there!

Lisa Dodrill

Control Jiu-Jitsu is an amazing place to train. Not only is it one of the best facilities out there, it’s family, friendships, and peace of mind 😊.

Hector Roman-gonzalez

Excellent training facility with an incredible family environment. Also Law enforcement friendly. I highly recommend you train here; you are guaranteed to learn from the absolute best and train with the best. All levels are welcomed and treated fairly and caught up to speed so whether it’s your first time or 5th year training it’s a wonderful and welcoming environment.

Emily Ricker

I'm not sure my words will do justice to how amazing this gym has been, but I'm going to try. Our 7 year old started Jiu Jitsu just before his 5th birthday at a completely different company and it did not go well. We intended for it to help build his self confidence (as he is a little guy with a huge heart), and after a year of going consistently it actually made him dislike Jiu Jitsu altogether. So we took almost a year off...until on the best whim and timing ever we discovered Control Jiu Jitsu. Wade let me pick his brain and question him for a solid 20 minutes on the phone, and not once sounded frustrated, in fact he remained passionate and patient the entire time. This is probably the best way to describe Wade and Kat; patient and passionate. Our son now asks every single day, "am I going to Jiu Jitsu today?!" His confidence has taken a massive leap. We are so thankful for Control Jiu Jitsu!

John R. Bullard II

Best academy in Brevard County by far with the best instruction and the best team... Look forward every day to spend my time here.

Justin Kracht

Most amazing mentors I could ask for my 2 kids. The self confidence and work ethic professor Wade Rome has instilled in my kids is priceless. He has welcomed us into his family and we can not thank him and every other staff member enough. If your looking for a place to learn and be pushed, look no further than Control Jiu Jitsu.

LaTeef Williams

Great place to train, family atmosphere in an immaculate facility! Whether you're aspiring to be a pro fighter, looking for a good workout with applicable skills, want to gain focus and discipline in your kids or are just looking for a place to strangle your friends THIS IS WHERE YOU WANNA BE!!!😁😁😁

Corey Webb

Great instructors, great culture, and more value than any other program in the state. Lots to love, get in there and get trained.

Mike Tomaski

Ginormous, gorgeous, brand new facility! Plenty of space for rolling around. Great instruction with lots of attention to detail for every type of grappler. The best part is the AC! You can train for hours and feel great immediately after. Oss!

Matt Trammell

Wade and Kat have created a great gym culture welcoming to newbies like us. I highly recommend this gym for all levels of bjj practitioners.

Amanda Gallo

Great gym with amazing instruction. Love the facility and the people. Definitely recommended.

Rex Kirkland

Professor Wade Rome has a very deep understanding of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Wrestling and self defense. Check out his wrestling and combatives background and it speaks volumes. Professor Wade has very high level grappling and BJJ skills. Whether you are interested in the competition or the self defense side of training, he can help guide you down the path. On numerous occasions Wade has volunteered his time to work with law enforcement recruits with the Sheriff's Office in Orlando. All of the recruits and instructor cadre learned a lot and want this to continue in the future because of the practicality of what he teaches. I would highly recommend training under Wade. He truly cares about his students and has a true gift of relaying information in an easy to understand format.

Jeremy Bower

I’ve been to many gyms across the country and can say that this one is tremendous. Wade, Kat and Chase run a spectacular operation. My entire family has been welcomed with open arms. Although we are relatively new to the area, the other gym we tried in the Melbourne/Rockledge area was but a shadow of Control JJ. We are exceptionally excited to be a part of the Control JJ family and can’t wait to learn more of the nasty techniques that enable us to tear people’s limbs off.

Maria Zamora

Control jiujitsu is a phenomenal Martial arts facility with some of the BEST instructors in FLORIDA. The classes are magnificent, the atmosphere is great and the students are extremely welcoming and friendly. Their leg lock university class is second to none. If you are a martial artist, you MUST check this place out!

Travis Britt

Professor Wade is a knowledgeable and approachable instructor. He has the heart of a teacher. The environment is friendly and challenging. I highly recommend this gym!!

Richard Ammon

This school, even in a short amount of time, has been great for my daughter. Wade and Kat have created an environment that definitely fosters the growth of skill, perseverance, and confidence. I greatly appreciate their commitment to the kids. Highly recommend this school!

Dusty Rhodes

Control JiuJitsu is a more than 7,000 square feet, state of the art facility dedicated to self-improvement and empowerment through Mixed Martial Arts with a focus on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, under the leadership and instruction of our Professor, and my mentor, Wade Rome. Professor Wade is a founding member of the world famous American Top Team and a Black Belt under legendary BJJ champion and American Top Team co-founder Ricardo Liborio. Wade has trained some of the best fighters in the world, from the Nogeira brothers to former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir, Jeff Monson, Ben Askren and UFC Welterweight Champion Tyron Woodley. Whether your goal is to become a World Champion, learn self-defense or improve your overall fitness, Control JiuJitsu is the perfect academy for you and Professor Wade is the perfect person to help you achieve your goals.

Holy Grail BJJ

Wade is a top notch Brazilian jiu-jitsu coach! You couldn’t do better than Control for all your Brazilian jiu-jitsu needs!!

Jenna Albert

If you're in the area and miss out on Control Jiu-Jitsu you have missed your chance at nastiness! Awesome facility, if you're local or passing through and looking for a school to drop into this is the place.

Michaela Alexander

Fun and functional way to stay in shape and learn the most practical self defense out there. Qualified coaches and a family-friendly welcoming environment. Coming to class is the favorite part of my day!

Lisa Martinez-Rollins

My girls love training here. Jiu-Jitsu has built their confidence and training here has increased their love of the sport.

EZZRV

Amazing gym! Greatest place to train! The coach is amazing! Nicest guy on the face of the earth!! This is a place you can bring your kids and feel safe bringing them there. This place is a judgment free zone and accepts everybody no matter there skill set. I recommend this place for everyone and anyone who would like to train jiu jitsu/Mma “or if you’d like to just get in shape” this will give you the greatest cardio ever !!!

Roger Alex

Coach Wade is by far one of the most compassionate, caring, experienced coaches in the game! As a BJJ black belt, and owner of my own martial arts academy, I cannot say enough about Wade and his staff! If you live in the Melbourne area, and even if you don’t, Control Jiu-Jitsu is well worth the drive from wherever! You won’t regret it!

Katie Nichols

An awesome place to train in Jiu Jitsu no matter what level of experience! Wade and his whole Jiu Jitsu family truly give you a feeling of belonging and positive support.

Eric Callueng

Coach Wade is a living legend in the bjj community. Along with being a phenomenal instructor with vast knowledge, he is patient, humble, and passionate. For any person thinking of starting, or continuing their journey in bjj, do yourself a favor and check out Control Jiu Jitsu with Wade Rome.

Pete Davis

Coach Wade and his gym are the perfect balance of professionalism while still making you feel like you have a second home when you’re rolling. Great environment and great people.

Daphne Soto

My daughter has trained with Wade Rome since she was 12 years old. We absolutely love his new facility and the welcoming work hard but have fun doing it atmosphere! Highly recommend for children and adults.

Ben Stark

If you're looking for an awesome facility with an amazing coaching staff look no further! Coach Wade taught me some the most important lessons in my Martial Arts journey. You would be hard pressed to find a better facility.

Pete Davis

Coach Wade and his gym are the perfect balance of professionalism while still making you feel like you have a second home when you’re rolling. Great environment and great people.

Jimmy Barnett

Trained with them while I was in Florida amazing experience! Hard pressed to find a better atmosphere or a more knowledgeable place! No brainer!

Joseph Dukes

Professor Wade is insanely knowledgeable and has fantastic delivery of a lifetime knowledge.

Troy Riley

Very technical down to earth instruction. All very applicable teaching, I've already used stuff Wade has shown me successfully in training.

Chris Cornelius

By far the most knowledgeable staff as well as one of the most passionate about growth in the sport and each individual that walks through the doors! It’s a pleasure to train with Control JiuJitsu!

Sonny Parlin

Wade is super knowledgeable and a great coach, you can't go wrong!

Werther Marciales

Wade is an excellent instructor and human being. He's also probably forgotten more about Jiujitsu than most instructors know. If you join Control Jiujitsu you will be learning from one of the most highly regarded professors in Florida!

Kevin Gallagher

World class instruction at a beautiful facility. Wade Rome’s credentials alone should speak for themselves. You should train here!!!

Kimberly Oliver

This place is more than just a grounds for training the beautiful art of Jiu-Jitsu. It’s a place where a new family is made and new skills are added to your life. 1-10 - I'd give it a million. The only difference between this place and my home is the four walls that stand around me. Control Jiu-Jitsu is the place to be yourself and learn how to tap someone out all in one day.

Enforcement MMA

Control Jiu-Jitsu is a top notch facility. Created by Professor Wade Rome who I have looked up to for years as one of the leading Jiu-Jitsu coaches in the world!

Jenna Loza

Excellent coaching, can't go wrong with this gym. Wade Rome is one of the top black belts in the state.

Amy Bower

We are new to the gym and the area and are already very impressed. The space is large and very clean and the instructors are extremely thorough and helpful. Wade and Kat are amazing, they make the whole family feel welcome! I would highly recommend this gym.

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