Professor Garry Nakamura

Professor Garry Nakamura is a highly-regarded Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt dedicated to the art of personalized instruction. With years spent mastering the gentle art, his mission is to translate high-level technique into practical, customized lessons for every student.

Private Lesson Focus

Unlock your true potential faster. Private lessons with Professor Nakamura are tailored specifically to your body type, goals, and learning pace. Whether you are a beginner needing a strong foundation or a seasoned competitor preparing for a major tournament, you will receive focused, one-on-one attention.

• Accelerated Learning: Pinpoint and immediately correct technical flaws.

• Custom Curriculum: Develop a game plan tailored to your specific BJJ style and body mechanics.

• Flexible Scheduling: Book sessions that fit your busy personal or training schedule.

• In-Depth Analysis: Review and troubleshoot specific positions, submissions, or takedowns.

The Philosophy: Balance and Flow

The art of Jiu-Jitsu extends beyond the academy mats. For Professor Nakamura, it is a comprehensive lifestyle that promotes physical and mental harmony. This is why his personal practice is complemented by the flow and resilience found in surfing and yoga.

"My passion for surfing has taught me to embrace the ocean's unpredictable flow and recover quickly from being wiped out. My regular yoga practice ensures I maintain the mobility, breath control, and core strength essential for modern BJJ. I bring the mindset of balance, flexibility, and powerful movement from these disciplines directly into my private BJJ instruction."

Professor Nakamura’s training philosophy incorporates principles of strength, flexibility, and body awareness gained from years in the ocean and on the yoga mat, giving his students a distinct and well-rounded edge.

Credentials & Experience

• Rank: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt

• Experience: 15 years of teaching and competing.

• Specialties: Customized Guard Passing Systems, Dynamic Submissions, Lower Body Attacks and Functional Movement.

• Competitive Accolades: 11 years undefeated in state competition, 2 X Medalist at IBJJF Pan American Championships, 2 X F2W BJJ Champion, 2 X Submission Battleground Champion.