Legacy Grappling Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Get fit, make new friends and gain self-confidence through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training!

We are a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy, in Tucson Arizona, where hobbyists can hang with experts in the training room due to our focus on technical instruction. Focusing on pure technique ensures that no matter the size and strength of the student, they will be able to execute techniques on opponents larger and stronger than them. The art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is not just amazing for the body, it stimulates the mind as well. Legacy Grappling Academy’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program will help you get in great shape, help you make new friends and also instill a sense of confidence and empowerment.

Legacy Grappling Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is Tucson's premier martial arts school offering Gi and No Gi Jiu Jitsu. Founded in 2022 by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blackbelts Santos Rivera and Philip Olsen, Legacy Grappling Academy provides beginner BJJ students and experienced competitors world-class Jiu Jitsu in a friendly and welcoming environment. We are located in the Amphi neighborhood in the heart of Northwest Tucson.

Santos Rivera is our head instructor, he received his BJJ black belt in 2017. Santos has been competing in the grappling competition since his youth. Below are his most notable grappling achievements:

3rd Place – 2021 IBJJF No Gi Pan Ams Adult Black Belt

3rd Place – 2021 IBJJf Pan Ams Adult Black Belt

1st Place 2017 IBJJF No Gi World Championship Adult Brown Belt

3rd Place 2017 Abu Dhabi World Pro Adult Brown Belt

2nd Place 2015 IBJJF Pan Ams Adult Purple Belt

1st Place 2015 IBJJF No Gi World Championship Adult Purple Belt

AZ State High School Wrestling Champion 2010



Philip Olsen is an instructor and received his BJJ Black Belt in 2019.

2022

-Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
-No Gi Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
-BJJ Competition Training
-Open Mat