Werdum - the Prime Place for Jiu-Jitsu Education
Werdum Training Center Nantucket is a premier Brazilian Jiu Jitsu school established by Fabricio “Vai Cavalo” Werdum, a former PRIDE, Strikeforce, and UFC fighter, and his brother Professor Felipe Werdum. Werdum has affiliated training centers in more than 5 countries.
At Werdum, students receive unparalleled instruction in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a welcoming, safe and structured environment. Werdum Nantucket offers one of the strongest martial arts programs in New England, providing training and guidance for beginners to black belts. Our mission is to foster a positive mental attitude and deliver the most effective self-defense and martial arts instruction available today. Join us and hone your skills with the best in the business!
Fabricio Werdum, the founder of Werdum Network
“The growth from Jiu Jitsu is far beyond the physical, the true value of Jiu Jitsu is mental. When you're on the mats, you leave the outside world behind. No electronics or thoughts outside of Jiu Jitsu – you are 100% focused and present, learning skills that will help you succeed both on and off the mats. We learn how to be humble and calm, we learn how to be composed and strong under pressure.”
Andre Dobrochinski, head instructor at Werdum
Andre Dobrochinski, Head Instructor and Owner
Originally from Capão Bonito – SP, Brazil, Andre began studying the Brazilian martial arts of Capoeira and Jiu Jitsu as a child. His original focus was Capoeira, studying under Master Camisa Abada, until reconnecting with Jiu Jitsu in 2016. Andre moved to California to train under Felipe Werdum at Werdum header quarters in Venice. Prior to that, Andre had been living in Nantucket with his wife and son since 2006.
Andre returned to the island with his brown belt to realize his long-time dream, opening Werdum Nantucket, which came true in 2022. Andre is deeply committed to empowering our island community through spreading his love of Jiu Jitsu and passion for physical, mental and emotional strength and fitness.
