Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Dripping Springs

Joao Crus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Dripping Springs Joao Crus was born in Brasilia, Brazil, and moved to Rio de Janeiro when he was 17 years old. In his youth, he was very active and athletic in swimming.

I specialize in personal development coaching that integrates emotional intelligence with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training, helping clients of all ages build self-awareness, discipline, and inner strength. He started his initial Martial Arts training with Karate at the age of 22 and earned the rank of brown belt. Just before he was about to test for his black belt, he stumbled upon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

, and began secretly attending classes while he was still training Karate. In his competitions in Karate, Joao won 5 State Tournaments and was 2nd place in a National Tournament in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. However, once Joao had a taste of BJJ he no longer had the desire to complete his black belt in Karate, and began training BJJ full time in 1998. Before he came to the United States, he earned his blue belt under Leonardo Castello Branco in Rio. In addition to his martial arts training, Joao was a strong competitor in Wind Surfing and Sailing in Brazil. He won the amateur circuit 3 times in the Caribbean competitions. Joao was a part of the sports and nutrition world as a top sales representative for Optimum Nutrition and started his own store in 1999. During this time, he developed a friendship with world renowned Carlson Gracie. Carlson would visit his store regularly, just to visit and talk about life. Years later when Joao began training in jiu-jitsu again, he became an instructor under Carlson Gracie. Joao has been teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Austin area for two decades, and has operated his own school in Dripping Springs for ten years. A few years ago he expanded to Austin, and now owns and operates two jiu-jitsu schools in the Austin area. Joao is considered to be an expert in teaching children jiu-jitsu, and many of the top Brazilian jiu-jitsu coaches and school owners have turned to him for advice on starting their own children’s programs. He has created numerous DVDs and video resources for instructors on teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and has schools affiliated with him across the country and overseas. Joao speaks four languages, and has also traveled throughout Europe teaching seminars and spreading the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He currently resides in Austin, TX, and when he’s not teaching BJJ he enjoys outdoor activities such as rock climbing, hiking, and swimming.

Progress is rarely dramatic.It is usually repetitive.You show up.You learn something.You struggle.You get corrected.You ...
09/07/2026

Progress is rarely dramatic.

It is usually repetitive.

You show up.

You learn something.

You struggle.

You get corrected.

You try again.

Then you come back.

Kids do it.

Adults do it.

And somewhere in that repetition, you begin changing.

A child becomes more comfortable with frustration.

An adult becomes less intimidated by being a beginner.

A child becomes more willing to ask a question.

An adult stops worrying about looking awkward.

A student begins realizing:

“I can stay with difficult things.”

That is where confidence starts becoming real.

Not from motivational words.

From evidence.

The evidence that you showed up yesterday.

And you can show up again today.

Relational First. Physical Second.

🎒 BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPECIAL — 4 WEEKS FREE

📍 Dripping Springs: Kids 3–12 + Adults
📍 Castle Hill Fitness — Downtown Austin: Kids 8–12 + Adults

There are different ways to begin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: an encouraging group class or private instruction at your own pac...
09/07/2026

There are different ways to begin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: an encouraging group class or private instruction at your own pace. You do not need to prove that you are tough, athletic, flexible, or experienced before you start. Your first class is on us.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

Kids private instruction provides individual pacing, focused technical guidance, extra repetition, and personalized enco...
09/05/2026

Kids private instruction provides individual pacing, focused technical guidance, extra repetition, and personalized encouragement. It can be a comfortable option for children preparing to join a group or simply wanting dedicated time with an instructor. Group classes remain a meaningful place to learn and belong, too.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

09/04/2026

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Private Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction offers complete beginners, busy adults, returning students, older adults, and an...
09/04/2026

Private Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction offers complete beginners, busy adults, returning students, older adults, and anyone who prefers individual attention a comfortable way to train. Sessions move at your pace and can focus on your goals, foundations, and technical development.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

Kids BJJ gives children structured chances to practice listening, patience, focus, healthy movement, respectful problem-...
09/03/2026

Kids BJJ gives children structured chances to practice listening, patience, focus, healthy movement, respectful problem-solving, and positive relationships. Our approach is Relational First. Physical Second. Your child’s first class is on us.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

Adult group classes offer a constructive place to build fitness, practical skills, confidence, friendship, and a more gr...
09/02/2026

Adult group classes offer a constructive place to build fitness, practical skills, confidence, friendship, and a more grounded routine. Beginners are taught progressively and respectfully, with room to learn at their own pace. Your first class is on us.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

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09/01/2026

Children can use Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to practice confidence, focus, listening, healthy movement, resilience, and social connection in a supervised, relational environment. Our six-week beginner pathway gives children room to learn foundational skills while feeling safe, seen, and supported.

Relational First. Physical Second. Call or text 512-644-4560, visit www.joaocrusbjj.com, or message us to find the best starting option.

We ask children to do something difficult all the time:Be a beginner.Walk into a room where you do not know everything.L...
09/01/2026

We ask children to do something difficult all the time:

Be a beginner.

Walk into a room where you do not know everything.

Listen to someone correct you.

Make mistakes in front of other people.

Try again.

Stay with something that feels uncomfortable.

Then somehow, as adults, we begin avoiding those exact situations.

Maybe one of the best things we can model for our children is this:

“I’m allowed to be new at something too.”

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gives kids and adults the same opportunity in different forms.

Learn.

Struggle.

Ask for help.

Adjust.

Improve.

Come back.

That process builds more than technique.

It builds evidence that we can keep learning at any age.

Relational First. Physical Second.

🎒 BACK-TO-SCHOOL SPECIAL 4 WEEKS FREE

📍 Dripping Springs:
Kids 3–12 + Adults

📍 Castle Hill Fitness Downtown Austin:
Kids 8–12 + Adults

DM “BEGINNER” and tell us which location you want to try.

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You don’t have to be in shape first.

You don’t need previous experience.

And you certainly don’t have to prove how tough you are.

You just have to begin.

At Joao Crus BJJ, beginners learn in a welcoming environment where progress is built one step—and one relationship—at a time.

You’ll develop practical skills, improve your fitness, build confidence, and learn to remain calmer under pressure.

No judgment. No unnecessary aggression. Just patient instruction and a community ready to help you grow.

🥋 Adult Beginner Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
📍 Dripping Springs, Texas & Downtown Austin
🎁 Your first intro class is free.

Visit joaocrusbjj.com to reserve your class.

Relational First. Physical Second.

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120 Frog Pond Lane
Dripping Springs, TX
78620

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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