BJJ House Okinawa
Where the Art of Jiu Jitsu Becomes a Way of Flow.
柔 · JU · SOFTNESS, THE ROOT OF FLOW
For practitioners who want more than sport. Technique over force, presence over ego — jiu jitsu you can train for life. In Okinawa, or from anywhere in the world.
Flow Jiu Jitsu · Training System ·
THE METHOD
Three Pillars of Flow Jiu Jitsu
体 BODY
The Technical Artist
Most people who quit jiu jitsu don’t quit the art — they quit the gym. The ego, the injuries, the war of attrition. Here, technique does the work. You train for decades, not until your body gives out.
Train Safe.
心 MIND
Self-Knowledge
Understanding why a technique works makes you evolve faster. The mat also reveals something deeper — your patterns, your reactions, your limits. Those who look, find more than jiu jitsu here.
Train Smart.
魂 SPIRIT
Flow State
Total presence. No hesitation, no force — just movement arising from stillness. This is where your best jiu jitsu lives, and where the art begins to speak through you.
Find Your Art.
Helio Damiani Jr.
5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT
AUTHOR · FOUNDER OF THE FLOW JIU JITSU SYSTEM
Brazilian-born, living in Okinawa. Over 28 years teaching jiu jitsu in Brazil and Japan. Creator of the Flow Jiu Jitsu System — a method that unites martial art technique with Eastern philosophy, neuroscience, and the concept of flow state.
He trains. He writes. He teaches. Not as separate acts — as one continuous practice.
The most senior black belt in Okinawa. 28 years on the mat. 5th degree. Two books. One method.
THE CLASSES
What You Train
01
Foundations
Tue & Thu · 18:30–20:00
A structured class built around the Flow Jiu Jitsu curriculum. Each session covers technique, concepts, and the reasoning behind the movement — so you don’t just learn what to do, but why it works.
02
Flow Class
Saturday · 9:30–11:30
The mat as a laboratory. Saturday mornings are dedicated to flow rolling, partner work, and putting concepts into practice in a relaxed, pressure-free environment.
03
Master Class Seminar
Monthly · Saturdays from the 15th
A monthly deep-dive led by Helio Damiani Jr. Each seminar focuses on a specific theme — a position, a principle, or a chapter of the Flow Jiu Jitsu System. Open to members and visiting practitioners.
MONTHLY · OPEN TO ALL
Master Class Seminar
This Month · Side Control & Mount
Saturday · 10:00 – 12:00
A deep-dive into the dominant top pins — side control and mount. Connection, weight distribution, and the old-school pressure system that holds the position and makes the finish inevitable.
Open to members and visiting practitioners.
One session. No commitment.
The Flow Jiu Jitsu SystemOnline
Learn it. Or teach it.
The complete system, structured into a curriculum — for those who want to train it, and those who want to teach it.
To Learn
Train with real structure
A complete, progressive curriculum — module by module, from your very first lesson onward. No guesswork, no gaps.
Start Learning ›To Teach
A curriculum for your academy
A proven, ready-to-teach lesson plan to bring to your own students — every class mapped out for you.
Get the Curriculum ›CLASSES
Schedule & Pricing
BJJ House Membership
Tue · Thu · Sat
Tue & Thu 18:30–20:00 · Sat 9:30–11:30
Includes all weekly classes, Saturday Flow Class & monthly Master Class Seminar
¥20,000 JPY / month
Drop-in Class
Any Class
Try before you commit. One class, no obligation — see if the flow is right for you. Visiting practitioners welcome.
¥3,000 JPY / session
Master Class Seminar
Monthly · Sat 10:00–12:00
Monthly deep-dive open to members & visiting practitioners
¥10,000 JPY / person
WHAT PRACTITIONERS SAY
5.0 ★★★★★
6 reviews · Google Maps
★★★★★
"This gym is a true gem for training. You'll get the highest quality Jiu-Jitsu classes possible if you come here. The smaller classes are perfect for mastering technique and having fun at the same time!"
— DANIEL ALLEN-SALAS · Google Review
★★★★★
"If you've been practicing Jiu-Jitsu for a while or are thinking of trying it, join this dojo — one of the best I've visited around the world."
— MIROSLAV VELIEV · Local Guide · Google Review
★★★★★
"Truly unique instruction on the concepts and theory of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Damiani explores creative ways to expand your individual technique while deepening your understanding of the art."
— DAVID D · Local Guide · Google Review
PUBLICATIONS
The Books
Budo
The Path of Martial Arts
Flow Jiu Jitsu
Awakening the Inner Martial Artist
OKINAWA
Train at the Source
FOR VISITORS
Train, breathe, explore
THE DOJO
Intimate by design
QUESTIONS
Common questions
Is BJJ House suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The Foundations class is built from the ground up — no prior experience needed. The small class size (10 students maximum) means you get real attention from day one, not lost in a crowd.
I've trained at aggressive gyms before. Is training here safe?
The Flow method is built specifically around sustainable training. Technique replaces force; position replaces pressure. Students regularly tell us it's the first gym where they've trained consistently without injuries piling up.
I'm visiting Okinawa — can I drop in for a class?
Absolutely. Visiting practitioners are welcome. The Drop-in option (¥3,000/session) is designed exactly for this. Contact us before arriving to confirm the schedule fits your stay.
What makes the Flow Jiu Jitsu System different from regular BJJ?
Most BJJ curricula focus on technique in isolation. The Flow System integrates flow state neuroscience, Zen philosophy, and Eastern martial principles into every movement — so you're not just learning what to do, but why it works, and what state of mind it requires. It's a practice, not a sport.
Do I need to speak Japanese to train here?
No. Classes are conducted in English (and Portuguese when needed). BJJ House Okinawa is welcoming to international practitioners — we regularly train with visitors from the US, Europe, Brazil, and across Asia.
Is there an online option for those who can't come to Okinawa?
Yes. The Flow Jiu Jitsu System is available as a structured online course — the same curriculum taught in person at BJJ House Okinawa, accessible from anywhere in the world. Explore the online course →
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