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"We Develop Champions!" Primero is a family oriented academy located in Tucson, Arizona. We promote traditional martial arts values; family, attitude, respect, discipline, honor and loyalty. Our goal is to ensure that our students learn effective and proven self defense skills, taught by qualified instructors, in a safe and positive environment.

Everyone is welcome at Primero. We will help you accomplish your goals and see results. Whether you are looking for; physical fitness, self defense, self confidence, discipline, sport or just fun, Primero can help. We offer programs for men, women and children of all ages as well as seminars and private lessons. You will learn all aspects of Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, from throws and takedowns to ground work and submissions. Primero also has a deep talent pool of wrestlers and we incorporate many aspects of American Wrestling into our Jiu Jitsu and Grappling curriculum.

Our method of instruction provides a common sense approach to self defense while providing a fun, safe and invigorating environment. We integrate beginners into ongoing classes with advanced students. Newcomers learn not only from the instructor, but also from more experienced students. Advanced students, in turn, gain valuable insight by helping new students progress, thus providing a wider pool of technical knowledge, wisdom and insight. Our goal is to produce positive results and to promote the physical and mental development of each and every student in our academy. 

Primero is a proud member of Gustavo Dantas Jiu Jitsu and Nova Uniao USA and we are committed to teaching and maintaining the high standards of traditional Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as well as staying up to date on the current evolution of Competition Sport Jiu Jitsu. Primero was Tucson's First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy with Two Senior Black Belt Instructors.

We also offer Capoeira classes for both kids and adults. Tucson Cordao De Ouro trains in our facility and their classes are taught by world renowned instructor; Espirro Mirim

Primero is a first class academy developing first class students and we invite you to come by, check us out and discover a journey that will positively impact the rest of your life. Primero offers Discounts to Active Military, Law Enforcement, Fire Fighters, First Responders, Teachers and Students. At Primero, we are family and when you become a member of Primero, you become a member of our family. 

For Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Tucson, Arizona; make Primero Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy your first choice.

"We Develop Champions!"

Featured Student

Cristian began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in 2011 and is currently a Yellow Belt One Stripe. He has competed in several tournaments and most recently won a Bronze Medal at the 2013 Az Kids Cup, a Silver Medal at the 2013 Az International Open,  a Silver Medal at the 2012 Southwest Classic and a Silver Medal at the 2012 Az International Open. He has also practiced Tae Kwon Do and is currently practicing and playing Tennis in addition to his Jiu Jitsu practice. In his spare time Cristian enjoys playing the guitar, reading books and playing video games. Cristian always puts forth his best effort and is always willing to go the extra mile. He is a leader and a perfect example of how young men should carry themselves on and off the mat. We are proud and honored to have Cristian as a member of the Primero family and we congratulate him on his accomplishments and wish him continued success.

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Belt Promotions

Congratulations to the following on earning new belt promotions; Gerardo Bonillas & Marcqus Ramos; Yellow Belt. Aidan Roberson; Orange Belt. Patrick Otte, Rey Robles and Bob Spencer; Blue Belt.

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