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ABOUT US
Welcome to Grappling Disciples Jiu Jitsu, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy where high-level instruction and a welcoming community are the standard. Our mission and vision are to create an accessible, inclusive environment where an unmatched culture sets us apart—one that supports continuous growth and development, both individually and as a tribe.
Through the practice of Jiu Jitsu, our students improve not only their physical fitness, but also their mental strength and emotional well-being. Whether you’re stepping on the mats for the first time or continuing your journey, you’ll find support, challenge, and purpose here.
Join the tribe. Start your journey. Discover who you are.
Meet the Instructor
Greg Castro began his martial arts journey at age seven in Sacramento, California, training in Karate before joining the U.S. Marine Corps in 2007. In 2009, he became a certified Black Belt instructor in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, specializing in close-quarters combat. Greg was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2010 and resumed focused training in 2016 under the Master Pedro Sauer Association. He currently continues his development under Professor Roy Dean and brings experience in Filipino Martial Arts and Kajukenbo to his coaching.
