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Trying the Rest, But in the End Choosing the Best: 25 Years of Excellence at Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts

Trying the Rest, But in the End Choosing the Best: 25 Years of Excellence at Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts

In life, we often try different paths before finding the one that truly delivers. Whether it’s restaurants, gyms, or even hobbies, the search for quality and authenticity can feel like trial and error. When it comes to martial arts training in Greenville, NC, many people have “tried the rest.” But for the past 25 years, there’s been one constant truth: the best choice has always been Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts.

A Legacy of Excellence

Founded over two decades ago, Greenville Academy has stood the test of time by offering world-class instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). While other gyms have come and gone, our academy has remained strong, training thousands of students—men, women, and children alike—and helping them reach their goals, whether fitness, competition, or personal growth.

Why We Are the Best

  • Authentic Instruction: With roots tracing directly back to Helio Gracie through Professor Luiz Palhares, our lineage is pure, traditional, and authentic. You’re not just learning techniques—you’re learning the art in its truest form.

  • Proven Experience: 25 years in Greenville speaks volumes. Our commitment to the community and our students is unmatched.

  • Diverse Programs: From BJJ to MMA to Muay Thai, we provide training for all levels—beginners, competitors, and those simply looking to improve health and confidence.

  • Family Atmosphere: We pride ourselves on creating an environment that feels like home. Students encourage each other, push one another, and celebrate each victory together.

More Than a Gym—A Community

For us, martial arts is not just about punching, kicking, or grappling—it’s about building character, discipline, confidence, and resilience. Over the last quarter-century, we’ve seen kids grow into adults on our mats, families train side by side, and countless lives transformed through the power of martial arts.

The Difference is Clear

You might try other places, but when it comes down to results, tradition, and trust, Greenville Academy Mixed Martial Arts stands above the rest. After 25 years of serving the Greenville area, we are proud to say:
👉 You’ve tried the rest—now train with the best.

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Luiz Palhares Seminar

Master Luiz Palhares will be at our academy on Thursday, October 3rd at 5PM for the Children and 6PM for the adults. This is an event you don’t want to miss.

“Master Luiz Palhares is an 8th degree, Coral Red White Belt Under Grand Master Helio Gracie and Master Rickson Gracie. Luiz was born in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, on January 19, 1959. He started training in Rio De Janeiro in 1977 at the age of 18 under Rolls Gracie and continued to train with him until Rolls died in 1982, in a hang-gliding accident. After Rolls’s passing, He continued to train under Rolls’s brother, Rickson Gracie. After 7 years of practicing BJJ, he was awarded his black belt in 1984 by Rickson Gracie together with Grand Master Helio Gracie. Luiz received his Coral belt in 2010 by Grand Master Carlos Robson Gracie, Red Belt 9th Degree (President of the Jiu-Jitsu Federation of Rio de Janeiro). In 1999, then a 6th degree black belt, Luiz was asked to move from Brazil to teach at Rickson Gracie’s Academy in Los Angeles. Master Luiz currently resides in Jacksonville, FL, where he and his son, black belt Pedro Palhares, run Jacksonville Gracie Jiu Jitsu.

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Team GAMMA White Belt Tournament January 26th 2019 All Matches

Team GAMMA, Greenville Academy of Mixed Martial Arts, White belts Competed in the In House White Belt Tournament Combat Club. Jacksonville NC…… Greenville Academy of Mixed Martial Arts is a Full-Service Martial Arts Academy Specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts… Team GAMMA has been training top level athletes for 20 years..

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Thank You Andrew “Goat Fury” Smith

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We would really like to thank Andrew Smith for putting on a great seminar Saturday. We all learned so much and hope it isn’t another 10 years before he will be back. Here are some Pictures of the seminar.

10 years ago Andrew Smith did a seminar at our academy when he was a Purple Belt and James Speight was a Blue belt. Jay was 11 years old at that time. There are things Andrew shared with us back 10 years ago that we are still using on a daily basis. The information Andrew shared with us Saturday will be useful for decades to come. If you missed this you missed something good. Get with your partners at the gym and hope you can catch up.

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Andrew Smith Seminar May 9th Greenville NC

Andrew Smith Seminar May 9th Greenville NC

Second Degree Black Belt Andrew Smith will be conducting a seminar at the All-American Martial Arts Academy. Focus of the seminar will be using the “Kimura for Competition” cost is $70.
Time 12PM-3PM

Andrew Smith is a second degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a judo black belt, and co-owner of Revolution BJJ. Andrew is sought after for his instruction, and frequently travels to teach jiu jitsu seminars.

After wrestling in high school, Andrew started training Judo at VCU Judo in January of 1997. Nine years later, Andrew received his Black Belt in Judo. In November of 2008, Andrew was awarded the rank of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt by the legendary Julio “Foca” Fernandez after training with his instructor and friend Eric Burdo at Richmond Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and in November of 2011, Andrew was awarded his first degree on his black belt.  Three years later, in December 0f 2014, Andrew was awarded his second degree.  Andrew has learned through “trials by fire” what works and what doesn’t in competition, with over 300 grappling competition wins including: three 2008 Pan American Jiu-Jitsu Championship Gold medals at brown belt, masters (along with silver in 2003 and bronze in 2004) and 5 Virginia State Judo Championship gold medals, as well as several super fight titles. Andrew is also a 20X US Grappling champion.

Andrew has traveled to Brazil twice to train jiu-jitsu and has trained with dozens of instructors all over the country. His main focus nowadays is to ensure a high quality of training for all students at Revolution BJJ.

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