A welcoming academy where children from age 3, adults, beginners, and competitors train together.
Led by 5-Time All Japan Champion and Former RIZIN Fighter Igor Tanabe, Embrace combines world-class instruction with a supportive community where every student can grow with confidence.
8-minute walk from Aobadai Station • Student Parking Available • Free Trial Class
EMBRACE IN NUMBERS
5X All Japan Champion
10+ Years of Experience
Classes in 3 Languages
Kids from Age 3
8-Minute Walk from Aobadai Station
Free Trial Available
WELCOME TO EMBRACE
More Than a Martial Art.
Embrace was founded with one simple mission: To transform lives through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
We provide world-class instruction in a welcoming, safe, and professional environment where students of every age and experience level can develop confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships.
Whether you’re taking your first class or preparing for competition, you’ll find your place at Embrace.
WHY CHOOSE EMBRACE
- World-Class Coaching
Learn directly from a 5-Time All Japan Champion.
- International Community
Classes available in Japanese, English, and Portuguese.
- Classes for Everyone
Kids (Age 3+) • Adults • Women • Parents & Kids. No-Gi Class Coming Soon.
- Professional Environment
A structured curriculum designed for long-term progress in a safe and respectful atmosphere.
- Free Trial Available
Experience the academy before joining.
MOre about jiu jitsu
WHAT IS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art based on technique, leverage, and strategy—not strength alone.
It improves fitness, self-confidence, discipline, and practical self-defense skills while helping people build lifelong friendships.
No matter your age or experience, Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone.
MEET YOUR COACH
Igor Tanabe
5-Time All Japan Champion
Asian Championship Runner-up
European Championship Bronze Medalist
Former RIZIN Fighter
Professional MMA Record: 5–0
As Head Coach and Co-Founder of Embrace, Igor teaches every class with one goal: Helping every student become stronger, healthier, and more confident.
CLASSES
Find the Right Class
Whether your goal is fitness, confidence, self-defense, competition, or simply having fun, there’s a class for you.
KIDS CLASSES
Building Confidence Through Jiu-Jitsu
Our Kids Class helps children develop respect, discipline, confidence, coordination, and social skills in a fun and structured environment. Classes are available for children from age 3.
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY
Your First Class is Free
Experience the atmosphere. Meet the instructors. Join a real class.
No experience required.
Children from age 3 and adults welcome.
Gi rental available.
Friendly and supportive environment.
LOCATION
Easy to Reach. Easy to Start
Located just an 8-minute walk from Aobadai Station (Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line), Embrace Jiu-Jitsu is easily accessible from Yokohama, Kawasaki, Machida, and surrounding areas. Whether you come by train or car, getting to class is simple and convenient.
Address: 24-23 Tsutsujigaoka, Aoba-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 227-0055
8-minute walk from Aobadai Station.
Student parking available.
Nearby paid parking.
Easy access from Yokohama, Kawasaki & Machida.
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