Team Vaghi Affiliates
Legacy BJJ Omaha is part of the global Team Vaghi network. Learn about our affiliate benefits, drop-in policies, and our extended Jiu-Jitsu family.
What is Team Vaghi?
Team Vaghi is a brotherhood of academies spanning the Midwest and beyond, united by the teachings of Master Rodrigo Vaghi. We share a technical syllabus and a commitment to the “Gracie Way.” When you join Legacy, you gain access to a massive network of high-level training partners and world-class seminars.
The Affiliate Advantage
Training at a Team Vaghi gym means you have a home wherever you go. Our members enjoy:
- Standardized ranking recognized across all affiliates.
- Access to exclusive Team Vaghi seminars and camps.
- A “no-ego” culture that prioritizes safety and technical growth.
Affiliated Schools
Team Rodrigo Vaghi Headquarters
Rodrigo Vaghi is a 6th-degree black belt under the legendary Rickson Gracie. When he arrived in the U.S. to represent Gracie BJJ, he formed his own school currently in Ellisville, Mo. Team Vaghi has been the leader in BJJ in the Midwest.
His accomplishments in the competitive aspect of BJJ speak for themselves. What really makes Rodrigo special is his teaching excellence and what he has accomplished with the teams he has built.
Savage Citizen
Savage Citizens are everyday people, people like yourself, who make the world a better place every day but also have something inside them that needs to be let out. We are a community-focused team working to help each other get better every day.
Saint Charles Mixed Martial Arts And Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mike Rogers is the owner and head coach at St. Charles MMA/BJJ and a black belt under Rodrigo Vaghi. He trains out of St. Louis, MO.
Taylor Made BJJ
Tracy Taylor is a Rodrigo Vaghi second-degree black belt. He teaches in Maryland Heights, MO.
Origin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jesse Reine is the owner of Origin Brazilian Jiu–Jitsu. He is a Rodrigo Vaghi black belt teaching out of Rice Lake, WI.
originmartialarts.net
Origin Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Facebook Page
North Broadway Jiu-Jitsu
Brian Guidry leads North Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and is a black belt under Rodrigo Vaghi. He trains out of St. Louis, MO.
Impact Martial Arts
Impact Martial Arts is led by Rodrigo Vaghi blackbelt Bill Kreig. He works out of Oshkosh, WI.
Fortitude Martial Arts
Fortitude Krav Maga is headed by Rodrigo Vaghi blackbelt Bill Kreg. He works out of Neenah, WI.
Flashback Martial Arts
Flashback Martial Arts is headed by Rodrigo Vaghi blackbelt Jesse Rueger. He works out of Appleton, WI.
flashbackmartialarts.com
Flashback Martial Arts Facebook Page
Ronin May Thai and BJJ
Ronin Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is headed by Rodrigo Vaghi brown belt Charlie Brown. He works out of Little Chute, WI.
Pedigo Submission Fighting
Pedigo Submission Fighting is run by Heath Pedigo. He is a Rodrigo Vaghi black belt. He works out of Mt. Vernon, IL.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
If you’re motivated and looking for a gym that values effort, technique and community, then reach out with to one of our team members and let’s talk!
Your 3-Step Action Plan:
- Sign the Waiver: New to the mats? Complete our Digital Waiver before your first class.
- Check the Schedule: View our Official Class Schedule to join our next Fundamentals session.
- Visit the Gym: Bring your clean white Gi and get ready to train with the best community in Omaha.
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