Every session at Move Academia is led by a certified professional who knows your name, your goals, and your body. This isn't a revolving door of random trainers — Diego has limited openings for new 1-on-1 and semi-private clients, and your first week is completely free — try any class or session.
No contract · First week always free · 15+ years experience
Movement isn't something Diego turns on when he walks into the gym. It's how he lives.
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Every private session is built around what your body actually needs — pulling from whatever disciplines serve you best. BJJ. Movement culture. Strength training. Corrective work. We pull from all different disciplines to help you move better and develop real movement awareness. No box. No script. Just what works.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a ground-based martial art that teaches control, submissions, and defense using leverage over strength. The Gi (the traditional jacket + pants uniform) adds a layer of precision — every grip, pass, and finish becomes more deliberate. Training in the Gi builds patience, sensitivity, and a deeper understanding of weight and leverage that transfers to everything else you do.
1-on-1 sessions can integrate movement, martial arts, and strength — tailored entirely to your goals.
Working Leg Entries and Guard Retention in No-Gi. No jacket — just mechanics, pressure, and timing. Every movement has to be technically clean to work.
A leg entry gets you into a leg entanglement — Ashi Garami, Single Leg X, or 50/50 — from guard. Once your legs control their leg, three submissions open: Ankle Lock (blade the forearm into the Achilles, thrust the hips), Heel Hook (rotational torque on the knee — the most common high-level No-Gi finish), and Knee Bar (hyperextend the knee across the hips, same mechanics as an armbar). All three entries open when the opponent tries to pass.
Guard retention is a constant battle of hips, frames, and angles — not a single technique. Hip movement is the engine; frames buy the time. Shrimping (explosive lateral hip escape) is the foundation of all guard recovery. When the opponent overcommits to pass, sweeps open: the Butterfly Sweep uses inside hooks to tip opponents twice your size with leverage over strength; the Single Leg X Sweep isolates one leg and destroys their base entirely. Defense becomes offense in a single movement.
Back Control — the checkmate of BJJ. The foundation is the seatbelt grip: one arm over the shoulder, one under the armpit, chest glued to their back. Hooks inside the thighs prevent hip rotation. What the opponent does in defense determines which finish opens.
When the opponent pins your choking arm to defend the Rear Naked Choke, their defense creates the opening. Scoot the hip out, swing your top leg over their shoulder and across the back of their neck, lock your ankle behind the other knee. The wedge cuts both carotid arteries and the trapped arm makes escape nearly impossible. No strength required — the geometry does the work. The opponent's own defense builds the setup for them.
Also called the Arm Triangle — it uses the opponent's own shoulder against them. Drive the top arm deep under and across the neck, threading over the far shoulder. Your shoulder compresses one carotid artery; their trapped shoulder compresses the other. Key detail: head low, chest tight, no space. If it feels loose, there is space — adjust the angle and drive in. Works in Gi, No-Gi, from back control, mount, and side control.
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"Diego is a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to work with! From Movement, Capoeira, Jiu Jitsu, and Fitness he walks the walk. His passion for helping others radiates outward."
"It is rare to encounter a trainer so dedicated to his craft. Diego at Move Academia genuinely cares about the health and wellness of his clients, and his thorough knowledge of exercise and mobility will ensure you are on a safe path towards fitness. The only thing you need to bring is your own dedication!"
"Diego is an outstanding trainer. He is passionate about what he does and it shows. He is patient and knows how to motivate his clients to reach their fitness goals. I highly recommend him and his gym."
"Diego is extremely reliable and punctual. He is very understanding and explains what's necessary for better results. He is an amazing PT instructor."
"Diego encourages each individual to work towards their goal, while also having the understanding to work with them at their pace. My son looks forward to attending the program every week. Diego, thank you for looking for ways to keep us active and conscious of our food choices in a caring way."
"Diego showed a series of movements focused on getting to and from the ground, with insightful instruction on proper falling techniques — a skill I found invaluable for injury prevention. If you're looking to get in shape, I can't recommend Diego enough. It's not just a workout; it's a whole vibe that makes you want to come back for more."
"Diego is an amazing business owner who is wonderful with all his clients. He is so personable and makes his clients feel at home."
"Diego is someone who cares deeply about his craft and takes great pleasure in sharing his knowledge. As a long course triathlete, he has been helping me overcome nagging overuse injuries."
Your first week is completely free — try any class or session. No commitment, no pressure — just real coaching.
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