You’ve been meaning to start. This is the place.
At some point, most people over 40 look up and realise their body is losing the argument. Not dramatically — just gradually.
I built VCBJJ because adults deserve a place that isn’t work and isn’t home — small classes, structured coaching, zero ego, pay as you go. I’m not affiliated with any team, so there’s no politics in the room either.
A fair start, and a well-designed room. That’s the whole pitch.
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“You won’t find hyper-competitive meatheads here, and people are generally accommodating and easy-going.”— Ruben T., Programmer
Training should build your body up, not wear it down. If you’ve trained before and stopped because you kept getting hurt, you’re not alone — most of our students came to VCBJJ after that exact experience.
Not sure if this is for you? Good. Find out first.
8 honest questions. No pitch at the end — just a straight answer on whether VCBJJ is the right fit for where you are right now.
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I’m not 25 either — I built this well-designed room paced for adults, not against them. 45 years in martial arts, 30 running my own gym.
Real people. Real room.
They’re doctors, professors, lawyers, pilots, business owners. They came for the training. They stayed for the room.
“Been training BJJ under Coach Vince since Feb 2022, started pretty late at 47. … after four plus years this has just become something I really look forward to showing up for.”
“He is knowledgeable, patient and genuinely invested in his students’ progress.”
“What really impressed me was how well-structured the sessions are.”
More than training.
This is a small gym on purpose. Students train together, eat together, travel together — some for over a decade.



You already have a sword. Let’s build the shield.
Most BJJ instruction is built around attacking. I teach the defensive structure that’s usually missing — escapes, frames, survival. Unaffiliated with any team, so what you already know stays yours.
Schedule & Fees
Thursday 7:00 PM — Gi
Max 10 per class
1-on-1; 2-on-1 available @ RM 122.50 per person per session.
How It Works
Register your interest
Fill out the contact form so we know you’re coming. We’ll confirm your details and answer any questions.
Sign the participation agreement
BJJ is a contact sport. Before your first session you’ll sign a participation agreement, digitally through the member portal.
Make your first payment
Scan the QR code, then send your payment receipt via WhatsApp for confirmation.
Book your first session
Once payment is confirmed you’ll receive member portal access by email, then book group classes or private training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I too old to start?
Will I get hurt?
Do I need to be fit first?
Will I look foolish as a beginner?
Can I try a class first?
What do I wear?
Are there contracts or sign-up fees?
Can I just drop in?
Do women train here?
Writing about BJJ, coaching, and the long game
Honest notes from the mat. For people who are curious, already training, or wondering if it’s too late to start.