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CheckMat: Locations and Competition Pedigree

Founded 2008 by Leo Vieira and Ricardo Vieira

About CheckMat

CheckMat was founded in 2008 by Leo Vieira and his brother Ricardo Vieira (Cachorrão), both of whom had been highly successful black belt competitors. The team grew out of the Brasa lineage and quickly distinguished itself with its competitive performances.

CheckMat is known for technical precision, particularly in guard play and submissions. The team has produced multiple absolute World Champions and is consistently in the top three at the IBJJF World Championships.

Notable CheckMat black belts include Lucas Lepri (briefly), Patrick Gaudio, Joao Gabriel Rocha, and the Vieira brothers themselves. The academy has expanded to over 100 locations worldwide, with strong concentrations in Brazil, the US, and Europe.

Style & Philosophy

Technically precise, balanced gi and no-gi curriculum. Strong emphasis on guard work, particularly inverted and modern open guards. Competition-oriented but with broad fundamentals coverage.

Notable Practitioners

  • →Leo Vieira
  • →Ricardo Vieira (Cachorrão)
  • →Patrick Gaudio
  • →Joao Gabriel Rocha
  • →Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida (briefly)

Find a CheckMat Academy (14)

Los Angeles

  1. Checkmat Boyle Heights
    2811 Whittier Blvd #90023, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USA
    ★ 5.0 (9) (323) 842-6437
  2. Academy Jiu-Jitsu and Kickboxing HQ | Checkmat Downey
    9220 Lakewood Blvd, Downey, CA 90240, USA
    ★ 4.7 (91) (562) 614-4364 Website
  3. CheckMat HQ (Leo Vieira)

Kiel

  1. Checkmat Kiel

Dublin

  1. Checkmat Dublin

Copenhagen

  1. Checkmat Copenhagen

Poznan

  1. Checkmat Poznań (Adam Wardziński)

Gibsonton

  1. Checkmat Florida (Riverview)

Röstånga

  1. Söderåsen BJJ & Mental Fitness

villjoyosa,alicante

  1. LaVilaJoiosaFightClub

alicante

  1. fightzone costa blanca

Satpayev

  1. Qadam

Hendersonville

  1. Legion

London

  1. Fightzone London (Checkmat)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who founded CheckMat? +

CheckMat was founded in 2008 by brothers Leo Vieira and Ricardo Vieira (Cachorrão), both decorated BJJ black belts who built the team out of the Brasa lineage.

Is CheckMat a top BJJ team? +

Yes — CheckMat is consistently in the top 3 teams at IBJJF World Championships and has produced numerous world champions and absolute division winners. It's regarded as one of the elite competition teams alongside Atos, Alliance, and Gracie Barra.

Where is CheckMat headquartered? +

CheckMat HQ is in Long Beach, California, where Leo Vieira primarily trains. The team has over 100 affiliated academies across the US, Brazil, Europe, and Asia.

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