-23 years of study within the American Jiu Jitsu system under O'Sensei Joseph Puleio.
-4 Degree Black Belt in American Jiu Jitsu.
-Intermittent study of Japanese Jiu Jitsu under world renowned Grandmaster Tanemura.
-2nd Degree Black Belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu
-19 years instructing Jiu Jitsu
-Trained with Sifu Dan Inosanto (Bruce Lee's Highest Ranking Student) in JKD, Kali (Stick & Knife Fighting), and Muay Thai
-Trained with Rickson Gracie of the famed Brazilian family in grappling (Ground Fighting)
-Trained with Olympic Coach John Brisbois in Judo
-Trained with Professor Wally Jay, Founder of Small Circle Jiu Jitsu
-Studied with Professor Vistacion, the Founder of V Jiu Jitsu, and Willie Cahill, Olympic Judo Coach.

§ 1,300 sq. ft Swain Mats for safety
§ Sound Proof training area
§ Reception area with flat screen TV
§ Fully heated and air-conditioned
§ 2 clean bathrooms
§ 50' mirrors
§ AJJC Pro Shop
§ Portable XXL and Powerline heavybags
§ Kick Pads
§ Focus mits/thai pads
§ SPRI resistance bands
§ Complete dumbell rack
§ Filipino & Japanese weapons
§ Children's class props
§ Blockers
§ Medicine balls
§ Training knives and guns
§ Complete wireless "state of the art" sound system
§ Jumpropes
§ Convenient Parking

-Employed by members of the New York Dept. of Corrections, NYPD, Nassau and Suffolk County Police departments to train there officers in self defense techniques
-Have trained U.S. Treasury Department Special Operations.
-Registered N.Y.S. Instructor of Child Abuse Protective Services (CAPS) Addressing the awareness and prevention of Date Rape, Abduction, Internet Surf Safe and Bullying

Yodan 4th Degree Black Belt

American Jiu Jitsu
Certified Kickboxing/Fitness Instructor

HOW DO I FIND THE RIGHT INSTRUCTOR? WHAT QUALITIES SHOULD I LOOK FOR?
· Pleasant personality
· Enthusiastic and Encouraging
· Ability to demonstrate technique
· Inspirational and Motivating
· Gentle but firm
· Full time instructor
· Certified instructor
· No children instructor teaching children
· Interested in helping you achieve your goals
· Organized and clean surroundings
· Professionalism
· Safety rules enforced
· Extensive schedule
· Appropriate class size

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO ACHIEVE BY TRAINING AT
AMERICAN JIU JITSU CENTERS?
· Self Defense
· Self Confidence
· Self Discipline
· Improve Self Esteem
· Improve Ability to Concentrate
· Iimprove Physical Conditioning
· Recreation
· Mind, Body Unification
HOW DO I KNOW IT'S THE RIGHT SCHOOL?
By training at American Jiu Jitsu Centers you will improve your quality of life by relieving stress and doing something that is fun and rewarding both mentally and physically.
· Points System - (Reading Books, good Report Card etc.)
· Certificates
· Stars
· Diploma
· Trophies
· Awards Dinner
· Promotional *Special Recognized Awards
· Demo Team
· Special Benefits
Perform a given task to his or her best
Overcome shyness and make new friends
Treat people and property in a correct manner
Improve academics and succeed on the job and in life
A great physical fitness program Learn practical techniques and learn how to apply them in a physical confrontation
HOW DO I BECOME A PART OF AMERICAN JIU JITSU CENTERS?
Make a commitment to yourself
"JUST DO IT"