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Transform Your Jiu Jitsu at an Upcoming Retreat

  • Austin, Texas - September 4 - 7, 2025

    Experience world class Jiu Jitsu training by 2 x ADCC Champion Giancarlo Bodoni in the heart of Texas. On the mats, receive personalized training in a limited class size. Off the mats, enjoy a boat day, shooting range time at Staccato Ranch, group meals, and of course plenty of the best BBQ.

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  • Austin, Texas Women's Retreat - This Fall

    This one's for the girls! Get ready for Jiu Jitsu training by black belt Chloe McNally and Rebecca Hughes. Small class size ensures lots of hands on training on the mats, plus allows for relationships to be built off the mats at our thoughtfully curated group excursions and meals.

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  • Kaua'i, Hawaii - March 2026

    Back by popular demand! Experience world class Jiu Jitsu training provided by 2 x ADCC champion Giancarlo Bodoni in a small class setting. Explore the island through group activities, exciting excursions, team dinners, and more. This returning destination is sure to be a grappler’s paradise.

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  • Costa Rica - February 2027

    Enjoy world class Jiu Jitsu training by 2 x ADCC champion Giancarlo Bodoni in luscious Costa Rica. This returning destination calls for plenty of group activities to explore the jungle and beaches. Small class size calls for lots of personalized training to strengthen your skills.

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Giancarlo Bodoni is a professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) athlete renowned for his technical mastery, competitive achievements, and passion for teaching. Born in Miami, Florida in 1995, Giancarlo began his martial arts journey at a young age initially training in various martial arts before discovering his lifelong passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the age of 12. Giancarlo has trained under instructors such as Rillion Gracie and Lucas Lepri, who awarded him his black belt in 2020.

In 2021, Giancarlo joined the renowned New Wave Jiu-Jitsu team in Austin, Texas, training under legendary instructor John Danaher alongside prominent athletes like Gordon Ryan and Garry Tonon. His commitment to continuous improvement is evident not only in competition but also through his teaching and instructional work, including the widely acclaimed series on BJJ Fanatics.

Meet Your Instructor: Giancarlo Bodoni

Giancarlo's competitive record is nothing short of remarkable. He secured the prestigious ADCC World Championship title in the under 88kg division consecutively in 2022 and 2024, becoming the first athlete to achieve back-to-back victories in this category, while also placing 4th in the Absolute in 2024. Additionally, he earned gold at the IBJJF Pan No-Gi Championship in 2021 and won the IBJJF World No-Gi Championship as a brown belt in 2019.

Outside the mats, Giancarlo is deeply passionate about the outdoors, frequently engaging in archery, hiking, and exploring nature. Proudly representing his American heritage, Giancarlo consistently embodies discipline, resilience, and a profound respect for the United States. 

Through seminars and retreats as well as coaching his regular students, Giancarlo actively fosters a global community of practitioners, sharing his expertise and infectious enthusiasm for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

See what the hype is about

  • “The training was very personable. We got some very detailed one on one instruction. The excursions were amazing, some of the best excursions I’ve ever been on in my life! I was so excited because I got to meet a couple of families and am actually still in contact with them. I made lifelong friends.”

    Nicole Mendoza

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  • "Grapple in Paradise was incredible. Not only the location, but the people and the training environment. The connections made through training and getting to know everyone made a really great environment. It was a once in a lifetime experience!”

    James Powers

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  • “It’s been a great experience being a part of the community and getting to know people on and off the mats. The individual time you get from Giancarlo as he moves throughout the mats and progresses through people is very beneficial.”

    Bud Huffman

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  • “There were people from all over the world, it was incredible. We have a huge group chat where we all keep up with each other, belt promotions, and things like that. I can’t wait to make the next one!”

    Brannan Moore

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