About Us
"Open Door" Philosophy/ Filosofía de "Puertas Abiertas”
In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we are family. At Playa BJJ, we share the “open door” philosophy. Located in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, our academy is open to everyone from all teams and affiliations. We believe in a free exchange of techniques and information to continue growing and improving our knowledge of martial arts and self-defense.
In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we are family. At Playa BJJ, we share the “open door” philosophy. Located in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, our academy is open to everyone from all teams and affiliations. We believe in a free exchange of techniques and information to continue growing and improving our knowledge of martial arts and self-defense. Located just 50 meters from the beach in Plays del Coco, Costa Rica, home to World Class Fishing and the famous waves at Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point.
En Jiu Jitsu Brasileño, somos familia. En Playa BJJ, compartimos la filosofía de "puertas abiertas.” Ubicado en Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, nuestra academia está abierta a todos de todos los equipos y afiliaciones. Creemos en un intercambio libre de técnicas e información para seguir creciendo y mejorando nuestro conocimiento de las artes marciales y defensa personal. Ubicado a solo 50 metros de la playa en Plays del Coco, Costa Rica, el hogar de la pesca de clase mundial y las olas famosas en Witch's Rock y Ollie's Point.
Instructors/Profesores
Brian Carness
Black Belt - 3rd Degree
Brian’s journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu began in the United States, during the “garage days” in the 1990’s. He began training with the famous Machado Brothers in Los Angeles, and was awarded his blue belt by Master Jean Jacques Machado. Brian continued training within the Machado Family under Professor
Brian Carness
Black Belt - 3rd Degree
Brian’s journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu began in the United States, during the “garage days” in the 1990’s. He began training with the famous Machado Brothers in Los Angeles, and was awarded his blue belt by Master Jean Jacques Machado. Brian continued training within the Machado Family under Professor Renato Magno at Street Sports BJJ in Santa Monica, CA. In 2012, Brian was awarded his Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from Prof. Magno. In a special ceremony, his belt was tied by Guru Dan Inosanto.
In 2018, Brian and his wife Jessica moved to Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, and opened Playa BJJ. His classes focus on the foundational elements of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and self-defense. He teaches practical techniques to help survive and prevail in any real-life fight situation.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art and self-defense system that focuses on grappling with particular emphasis on ground fighting. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is founded on the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger, heavier opponent by using technique and leverage to bring the
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art and self-defense system that focuses on grappling with particular emphasis on ground fighting. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is founded on the concept that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend themselves against a bigger, stronger, heavier opponent by using technique and leverage to bring the fight to the ground, and then applying joint locks and chokeholds to defeat the opponent. BJJ training can be used for sport grappling tournaments and in self-defense situations. Live sparring (commonly referred to as “rolling”) plays a major role in training and development. BJJ is considered a martial art, a sport, a method for promoting physical fitness and building character, and a way of life!
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