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Matuto BJJ

Matuto BJJ Club is a grassroots Brazilian Jiu Jitsu initiative built on the belief that Jiu Jitsu is more than a martial art—it's a practice for life. Founded in Vilcabamba, Ecuador, Matuto began as a way to offer accessible training to kids and adults, rooted in community, play, and personal growth. Our classes focus on the fundamentals of no-gi Jiu Jitsu, taught in a way that’s welcoming, structured, and supportive. Kids build confidence, discipline, and resilience while learning to move with awareness and respect. Adults get a chance to reconnect with their bodies, test themselves, and grow within a tight-knit, ego-free environment. At Matuto, we believe in the long game—developing a strong foundation first, and building technique, flow, and mindset from there. We also believe in the power of presence. Classes aren’t just about drilling moves, they’re about building character, focus, and connection with others. We celebrate effort over outcome, humility over hype. Though small in size, the club has built meaningful momentum. It’s more than a dojo—it’s a reflection of what’s possible when we bring intention, consistency, and heart into what we do. Matuto means "learner" or "country kid" in Portuguese, and that spirit lives at the core of our philosophy: stay curious, stay grounded, and stay growing. Whether you’re stepping on the mat for the first time or looking to refine your path in Jiu Jitsu, Matuto BJJ Club welcomes you.

Details:

  • Kids Class (every Saturday) - 10:00am - 11:15am

  • Adult Class (every Saturday) - 11:15am - 1:00pm

  • Adult sauna and ice bath (every Saturday) - 1:00pm - 2:30pm (after adult class)

Kids price - $5/session

Adult price - $8/session

Sauna/ice bath price - $2/session
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Contact Matuto

Please fill out our contact form to sign up or if you have any questions. You can also find us on Instagram:
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How to find us

Dojo Location:

Hacienda San Joaquin, Vilcabamba, Ecuador

  • Take Via El Chaupi all the way to Hacienda San Joaquin

  • At the guard house tell them you are going to Casa del Joshua

  • Take the first right after the guard house before the main gates

  • Travel up the gravel road and then take your first left. 

  • After the left turn the dojo is the first building on the left.
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Matuto Chat

You can also ask any questions that you have about Matuto BJJ here.

 No politics or any other polarizing topics please. No slanderous gossip or rumor spreading.

Violators may be banned!