Pedro Sauer Academy (PSA) is an affiliate of the Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association (PSBJJA) — one of the oldest and most respected BJJ organizations in the world.
Here’s what that means for you on the mat.
This affiliation isn’t just a credential on a wall — it directly shapes what happens on the mat every time you train.
As a student at PSA, you benefit from a curriculum, instructor standards, and a global network designed to support your growth on the mat.
Every technique taught at PSA traces back to a curriculum developed by Professor Pedro Sauer, a direct student of Hélio Gracie and lifelong training partner of Rickson Gracie.
You’re learning a system tested and refined across decades. Today the association spans more than 150 affiliated schools worldwide and is backed by a global community of instructors who all teach from the same trusted foundation.
No appointment necessary. Walk in, meet the instructor, and try a full week of adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at no cost or call (703) 444-4468 to schedule your trial.
Instructors at Pedro Sauer affiliate schools meet defined rank and teaching requirements set by the association.
A black belt at PSA reflects verified skill, ability, and teaching competency and not just years spent on the mat, but rank earned and confirmed through the standards set by the Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association.
Curriculum and rank requirements are standardized across the association, so your progression is never guesswork — you’ll know what’s expected at every belt level, as well as what it takes to get there.
Beyond rank, this structure means you’ll have a clear next step to work toward — every class builds on something specific, so you can see real, measurable progress over time.