Established in 1998, Performance Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense Academy is the first true Gracie jiu-jitsu training facility offering the world's most effective martial arts fighting techniques in a single class in Fair Lawn and Bergen County, NJ. We teach jiu-jitsu programs and self-defense classes for all ages. All Fair Lawn and Bergen County, NJ jiu-jitsu classes are taught by a 4th Degree Gracie Black Belt instructor specializing in beginners to advanced students.

Professor Louis Vintaloro

5th Degree Black Belt

Performance Jiu-Jitsu in Fair Lawn, NJ - Bergen County was the first true Gracie Jiu-Jitsu training facility in North Jersey, established way back in 1998! Almost all of our Bergen County martial arts classes are taught by Prof. Louis Vintaloro, a 5th Degree Black Belt earned directly from the Gracie family with over 30 years of BJJ training under his belt.

Prof. Louis Vintaloro also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education from William Paterson University. Not only is he a true teacher's teacher, but he's also one of the most experienced experts in Bergen County Jiu-Jitsu. His knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is second to none.

If you are a pure beginner or an experienced practitioner looking for a great place to train and learn this amazing martial art in Bergen County, then Performance Jiu-Jitsu of Fair Lawn is the place for you!

Here are some more of Professor Louis Vintaloro's credentials as a Jiu-Jitsu instructor:

Black Belt - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu - 5th Degree under Royler Gracie and the IBJJF

Black Belt - Judo- 1st Degree under US Judo Federation & Sensei Nagayasu Ogasawara.

Bachelor of Arts in Education-Cum Laude-William Paterson University

NJ State Public School Teacher's Certification

Been to Brazil over 30 times to train with the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu experts in the world.

Former Adjunct Professor - Ramapo College of New Jersey

Part of the 2000-2001 Gracie Humaitá World competition team in Rio de Janeiro.

Former Instructor at the Bergen County Police Academy teaching Gracie Jiu-Jitsu based defensive tactics.

What would a first free class be like?

Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class starts with a light stretch and warm-up. A lesson and concept are taught with very helpful details that make it easy for anyone to understand. We then pair up and practice the techniques. New students are paired up with more experienced students to help them along. In the White Belt Beginner Martial Arts Classes at our Bergen County academy, new students only drill the techniques until they're comfortable enough to spar.

Most people are surprised by how friendly and welcoming everyone is at PJJ, making your first Bergen County Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class an enjoyable experience.

Reap the Benefits of Taking Martial Arts Classes Here at Performance BJJ

When participating in our martial arts classes, you will gain confidence knowing that you can perform each technique we teach. We work with you until you can master each move. You will also stay active, as our classes involve a high amount of physical activity, allowing you to meet your fitness goals. Practicing everything we teach you here at Performance Jiu-Jitsu will also enhance your athleticism, which may lead to improvements in other aspects of your physical activity outside of our gym. Our martial arts classes will also teach you self-defense and possibly help you reach your fitness goals.