Adult beginners
A four-week introductory course for students with no previous experience. Academy uniform required; contact the academy for starting dates.
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Cobrinha BJJ & Fitness is the world headquarters of the legendary Rubens 'Cobrinha' Charles, located in Los Angeles, California. The academy provides world-class instruction in both Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, catering to students of all levels, from beginners to elite competitors. Led by Cobrinha and his son Kennedy Maciel, the academy features a comprehensive curriculum including Fundamentals 1, 2, and 3, Advanced classes, and an outstanding Kids & Teens program. The facility is equipped with premium mat space, locker rooms, showers, and dedicated parking.
Photos from the gym’s official website. Academy and training gallery · Kids and family training gallery · Facilities gallery
America/Los_Angeles. Published on the gym website; confirm current classes with the gym before visiting.
A four-week introductory course for students with no previous experience. Academy uniform required; contact the academy for starting dates.
Program on the gym website
Controlled drilling, positional training and Cobra Chess. Intended for students with previous BJJ experience or a completed beginners course.
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Drilling, positional training and sparring form a bridge toward advanced classes. Confirm entry requirements with the academy.
Program on the gym websiteThe published October 4–10 timetable lists this class for white belts with four stripes and above. Confirm the current class and placement with the academy.
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Invitation-only competition training for blue through black belts, with high-intensity sparring.
Coaches: Rubens “Cobrinha” Charles
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Grappling without gi grips. The program recommends a foundation in jiu-jitsu fundamentals.
Program on the gym websiteWomen-only Brazilian jiu-jitsu and self-defense for all levels with black belt instructor Ursula Palhares. A free introductory class is offered; check the published timetable before visiting.
Coaches: Ursula Palhares
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The published timetable separates Baby Eagle (ages 3–4), Little Eagle (5–6) and Eagle Warrior (7–13). Confirm the appropriate group with the academy.
Program on the gym websiteJiu-jitsu instruction designed for teenagers. The current timetable lists Eagle Teen for ages 13–15.
Program on the gym websitePrivate lessons can be arranged for an individual, a partner or a small group. Arrange lessons in advance and contact Cobrinha directly about his availability.
Program on the gym websiteA Capofit workout appears in the published October 4–10 timetable. Contact the academy for current details.
Program on the gym websiteInformation checked 2026-10-06 against Official academy, Official instructors, Adult beginners, BJJ Fundamentals 1, BJJ Fundamentals 2, Advanced BJJ, Competition BJJ, No-gi / submission grappling, Women’s BJJ and self-defense, Kids / Lil Cobras BJJ, Teen BJJ, Private classes, our facility, Academy timetable, Visible Gymdesk timetable, October 4–10, 2026, Official contact.
Black belt instructor assisting adult classes
Kennedy Maciel won the men's -66 kg division at the 2026 ADCC World Championship in Kraków, Poland, on September 13, 2026. He and his father, Rubens “...
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