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Janilson Bie, Martial Arts Instructor

Janilson Bie

Janilson "Bie" was born in the Brazil in the state of Minas Gerais. He was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by professor Paulo Mushu, from Charlotte, NC where he began training in 2010.

Bie's passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has earned him a Black Belt, and taken him across the country to compete in various tournaments such as Worlds Master, Pan Ams, Naga and much more.

Bie has achieved multiple victories in IBJJF and Naga. His competitive spirit and drive ranked him to a 2017 silver medalist on IBJJF World Master Championship

Bie is the proud founder and owner of Checkmat Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Gulf Breeze – Florida.

Bie is 100% dedicated to teaching his students and developing the Checkmat Team.

Lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Helio Gracie > Rolls Gracie > Romero Cavalcanti > Roni Cardoso > Paulo Mushu > Janilson Bie

ACHIEVEMENTS:

  • IBJJF PAN NOGI Champion
  • IBJJF American National Champion
  • IBJJF American National NOGI Champion
  • IBJJF Silver Medalist World Master
  • 2x IBJJF Silver Medalist Pan
  • IBJJF Bronze Medalist World NOGI
  • IBJJF Atlanta Open Champion
  • IBJJF New York Open Champion
  • IBJJF Charlotte Open Champion
  • IBJJF Miami Open Champion
  • IBJJF Dallas Open Champion
  • IBJJF Nashville Champion
  • IBJJF Nashville Open Silver Medalist
  • IBJJF Orlando Open Silver Medalist
  • IBJJF New Orleans Open Champion
  • IBJJF New Orleans Open Silver Medalist

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CHELSEA RESTREPO

My family and I recently moved to Florida from California and we were looking for a good BJJ gym for our kids. We are so GLAD we found this gym. You learn discipline, & respect. The professors are absolutely ELITE AND EXCEPTIONAL. They truly care about their athletes, their students, the parents & every person that steps inside that gym! The community is such an amazing group of people & they’ve all turned into family.

I’ve also seen huge improvement in my kids skills and abilities in the art. They’ve won tournaments under their professors & academy.

If you’re looking to learn, & grow & be apart of an amazing community and family, this is the place to be! I LOVE OUR BJJ FAMILY AT CHECKMAT!

 

Kristina Komorowski

I drove by this gym for a year, enrolled my kids, my husband joined but I still hesitated.
In Dec of 2022, overweight and unhappy, I decided to join.
By stepping through the doors, I boldly decided to say yes to my health and wellness and I haven't been happier. I love the atmosphere, the families and the overall vibe.
Best decision ever.

 

Mary Puno

Switched from another Jitzu academy and soon felt home in a family oriented and friendly environment. The building is spacious and always clean. Lots of parking spots available and definitely worth the drive. All professors are extremely knowledgeable and guide both adults and kids throughout the Bjj journey. I’m super happy I’ve found this place and think is definitely the best in the Panhandle. It takes us about 40 min to get here but is definitely worth the drive!!!
Quick update.
I can truly say this has been the best decision I’d ever made for my kids and myself!!! I can finally see them improving their jiujitsu game day after day and most importantly be happy to be on the mat.I’d never thought I’d come back to train due to the previous experience but thanks to the expertise and patience of the Professors and team my passion and smile are back!This is our family. Clean,friendly and professional environment where respect is a priority!! Wether you’re looking for a place to start this beautiful art or thinking to switch from a different one then this is the right one!!!Highly recommend!

 

 

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