LX Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense, led by Professor Leonardo Xavier, a Rickson Gracie sixth-degree black belt with over 25 years of experience, is a renowned academy in Houston. Professor Xavier is certified by the Academia Gracie de Jiu-Jitsu in Rio de Janeiro and by Master Rickson Gracie, making him a world-class authority in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The academy offers adult programs focusing on effective self-defense techniques to neutralize attackers of any size, as well as a Little Wizards Bully Proof Program for children to promote a healthy and active lifestyle while learning self-defense.
Professor Xavier’s dedication to preserving and sharing the principles of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is evident through his induction into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the International Instructor of the Year. The LX Academy provides online video courses, membership programs, and group seminars to enhance learning opportunities. With a focus on personal development, situational awareness, and mental strength, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu at LX Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense empowers individuals physically, mentally, and emotionally, regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, a complete self-defense system emphasizing survival, defense, escape, and submission counterattacks, is taught at LX Jiu-Jitsu Academy in a safe and supportive environment. Professor Xavier’s commitment to teaching authentic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, combined with his extensive teaching experience and recognition from the Gracie Family, ensures that students receive top-notch instruction. With a focus on balance, timing, and leverage over speed or strength, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu at LX Jiu-Jitsu & Self Defense is accessible to all individuals seeking to enhance their self-defense skills and overall well-being.