KNOTS JIU-JITSU

About Us

The Story Behind the Knots

Built on passion, driven by results, and united by community.

Head Coach at Knots Jiu-Jitsu

Head Coach

Meet Your Instructor

Professor Cassio Martins

Founder & Head Coach

Cassio Martins is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt since 2012, promoted under Master Breno Ângelo (Gracie Petrópolis) and Rolker Gracie, son of Grand Master Hélio Gracie. With over 15 years of experience teaching children and adults, he has shared Jiu-Jitsu in multiple countries — earning national and international titles along the way.

Beyond his own results, Cassio is widely recognized for the quality of his coaching. He has guided athletes to gold medals at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship and was formally recognized by H.H. Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his contributions to Jiu-Jitsu in Abu Dhabi. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education.

Cassio brings global experience, Gracie lineage, and competition-proven methodology to every class at Knots.

BJJ Black Belt since 2012

Promoted under Master Breno Ângelo (Gracie Petrópolis) and Rolker Gracie, son of Grand Master Hélio Gracie.

15+ Years Coaching

Has taught children and adults across multiple countries with a Bachelor's in Physical Education.

World Pro Coach

Guided athletes to gold at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship.

Officially Recognized

Honored by H.H. Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for contributions to Jiu-Jitsu in Abu Dhabi.

Competition Record

Titles Earned on the Mats

National and international medals across IBJJF, UAEJJF, and major opens.

IBJJF No-Gi Brazilian National Championship – Silver (Black Belt / Lightweight / Master 1)

IBJJF International Masters – Silver (Black Belt / Lightweight)

UAEJJF Asian Jiu-Jitsu Cup – Bronze (Abu Dhabi)

Multiple-time UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Cup – Silver

IBJJF Toronto Open – Champion (Black Belt / Lightweight / Master 1)

Brazil Open – Champion (Adult / Middle Weight / Black Belt)

No-Gi State Champion (FJJ/Rio)

ADCC Canada Open 2023 – Bronze (Ottawa, Men / Masters 35+ / Advanced / -76 kg)

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Our Journey

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2021

Knots Jiu-Jitsu Founded

Started with a vision to bring world-class, fun BJJ to Moncton.

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Growing Community

Rapidly expanded programs for Kids, Youth, and Adults.

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2023

Competition Success

Students begin earning medals at regional and national competitions.

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3 Mat Spaces

Expanded facility to support simultaneous classes and growing enrollment.

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2025

Advanced Program Launch

Introduced the invitation-only Advanced Program for elite-level training.

Life at Knots

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