East Coast United Queens Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

"I trained 6 years ago with Professor Rob and Coach Vianca. I was afraid to re-enter the world of Jiu Jitsu, but I was welcomed back the same way I was 6 years ago, with open arms. It's as if I never left, Professor Rob is very patient with all his students and is strategic with his teaching. There's so much support, many people are friendly, and there is a great amount of respect on the mat."

"I’ve been training at Professor Rob’s jiu-jitsu gym for a while now, and it’s been an incredible experience. The environment is welcoming and friendly, making it a great place for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Professor Rob is a dedicated instructor who pushes you to be your best, making sure you work hard and truly earn every stripe and belt. If you’re looking for a gym where you’ll grow, be challenged, and be part of a supportive community, this is the place."

"I have been practicing bjj at this academy as a female student for about 5 years. Even though I have recently moved about an hour away I still continue to come everyday because of the strong family-like connections I have built here. It’s always a fun time, great exercise, and great training that I get with every class. Since joining I have competed in and won in numerous tournaments, which has really helped me to build more confidence. The most supportive mentors to me have been Professor Rob and Coach Vianca. They both take their time and carefully explain each and every detail of the techniques we are learning. Professor Rob will often times ask us students what we would like to go over, and he gives each individual personalized attention. You can tell he really cares to make sure we all understand the technique so we can improve. There is also good mix of boys and girls who attend all of the classes. All of the students here are very motivated to learn more which in turn motivates me to continue coming everyday. Whether you are interested in BJJ as a hobby or would like to compete in tournaments, this school has great instructors who are always here to assist you. I always recommend this school and I'm certain that it's the best bjj gym you can find."

"I joined ECU over a year ago and wanted to wait until I truly understood how the gym operates and how Professor Rob teaches before writing this review. Professor Rob is a true expert in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, with a deep passion and level of expertise that shines through in every class. He focuses on the subtle details of the art—details that many instructors might overlook—helping us develop a sharper skillset. Since joining, I’ve learned so much and seen real progress in my BJJ journey, which I’m incredibly thankful for. The gym itself is clean and well-maintained, the variety of rolling partners is excellent, and the instruction is undoubtedly some of the best in the area. If you’re looking to grow in BJJ, I highly recommend ECU!"