A new level of striking is here in Camarillo

If you’ve been wanting to add real striking to your training—without the chaos, ego, or “just survive” vibe—this is your moment.

Vilanova Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is excited to welcome Professor Robson Rezende and launch our new Muay Thai program for teens and adults. Robson brings something rare: elite lineage, high-level experience, and a teaching style built for everyday students and serious competitors.

Black belt lineage under Demian Maia

In Jiu-Jitsu, lineage matters—because it reflects the standard you’re learning under.

Professor Robson is a black belt promoted directly by Demian Maia, one of the most respected names in the history of Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. That background shows up in how he teaches: technical, strategic, and efficient—no wasted movement, no gimmicks, just fundamentals that work.

Muay Thai roots at Chute Boxe (Curitiba)

Robson’s striking base was shaped at Chute Boxe in Curitiba, a legendary academy known worldwide for producing complete fighters. And he didn’t just train there—he also served as a Jiu-Jitsu instructor, helping connect stand-up and ground fighting in a way that’s essential for modern martial arts.

That blend is a huge advantage for students: you’re not learning “random striking.” You’re learning striking that fits into real movement, real distance, and real decision-making.

Competition-tested, classroom-ready

Robson has competed in official tournaments, including events under major federations like IBJJF and CBJJE, at black belt in the Master divisions. That experience matters—not because everyone needs to compete, but because it sharpens what he teaches:

How to stay calm under pressure
How to build a game plan
How to read timing and openings
How to improve with structure (not guesswork)

Whether your goal is confidence, fitness, or competition, you’ll feel the difference when your coach has lived it.

Experience in professional MMA (Bellator)

Robson also worked on the coaching team for his wife, Talita Rezende, a professional MMA fighter who competed in Bellator. That high-performance environment builds a deeper understanding of training cycles, strategy, and what actually translates when intensity goes up.

The best part: he brings those concepts down to earth—so beginners feel safe and supported, and advanced students feel challenged and guided.