Our academy is built around authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, thoughtful instruction, and creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
At Jiu Jitsu Modern. Our focus is simple. Real instruction. Real progress. Real community. We've created a clean, modern academy where students can learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in an environment that is professional, respectful, and welcoming from the moment they walk through the door. Our classes are designed to challenge you while ensuring every student feels supported throughout the learning process.
A Different Kind of Martial Arts Academy
Professor Carlos Rosado
Professor Carlos, a father of 3 and North Babylon native started his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training at the age of 17 at Gracie Barra in New Hyde Park. In 2014 he received his Black Belt under Professor Joe Scarola (first Black Belt under Professor Scarola). Professor Carlos has been an active competitor since white belt and still trains and tests himself in the competition scene. Prof. Carlos has intensity and depth of knowledge of the art. Nothing makes him happier than sharing his passion for Jiu Jitsu with his students and watching them grow.
Accomplishments:
- 2024 ADCC Atlantic City Master 1 Black Belt Gold Medalist
- 2023 IBJJF NY Open No-Gi Black Belt Gold Medalist
- 2021 IBJJF Houston Open No-Gi Black Belt Gold Medalist
- 2019 IBJJF New York Open No-Gi Black Belt Gold Medalist
- 2018 IBJJF Pan American No-Gi Pan Black Belt Gold Medalist
- 2019 Kasai Pro 5 Winner No-Gi
- 2018 Kasai Pro 4 Winner No-Gi
- 2018 Kasai Pro 3 Winner Gi
- 2018 2x Rise Invitational Winner
- IBJJF 2x Brown Belt Gold Medalist
- IBJJF 2x Brown Belt Silver Medalist
- 2012 No Gi Pan American Brown Belt Silver Medalist
- Multi-Time Long Island Pride Gold And Silver Medalist
HEAD INSTRUCTOR
Coach
Gregor Gillespie
Gregor Gillespie is an American professional mixed martial artist and accomplished collegiate wrestler who currently competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). A professional since 2014, he formerly competed for Ring of Combat where he was the Lightweight Champion.
As a folkstyle wrestler, Gillespie was the 2007 NCAA Division I National Champion at 149 pounds, a four–time NCAA Division I All–American and a three–time EWL conference champion for the Edinboro Fighting Scots. He also competed briefly in freestyle wrestling.
Gregor has been sharpening his Jiu Jitsu with and under Carlos Rosado since 2012.
Professor Tara
Tara became a student of Professor Carlos in 2016 shortly after he opened his first school. Soon after joining she began assisting him in the children programs. She has a passion for coaching children and adults in class and competition and watching them grow in Jiu Jitsu and life. Coach Tara is also the Program Director of the school and assists, Professor Carlos, with the daily business of running the academy and in preparation for competitions.
Accomplishments
- 2023 IBJJF Worlds No-Gi Champion Gold Medalist
- 2023 IBJJF Pans Gi Champion Gold Medalist
- 2021 IBJJF Worlds No-Gi Champion Gold Medalist
- 2018 IBJJF Pans No-Gi Gold Medalist
- 2018 Naga No-Gi Gold Medalist
Coach
Dylan Matthew O'Regan
Dylan Matthew O’Regan native to North Babylon/Deer Park Started training Jiu Jitsu 2017 Under Prof.Alex Aristides & Joe Monahan , Black belts under Matt Serra & Teammates to Prof.Joe Scarola – In 2022 Started training & competing under the guidance of prof. Carlos Rosado / Jiu Jitsu Modern. I believe the results you seek are in the work you put in! I love consistently training , learning , teaching & competing! Pushing myself and my teammates to be the best version of themselves!
Accomplishments
- 2024 IBJJF NY OPEN : NO GI -GOLD MEDALIST
- 2024 IBJJF NY OPEN : GI - SILVER MEDALIST
- 2023 IBJJF NO GI WORLDS - BRONZE MEDALIST
- 2023 IBJJF NY OPEN : NO GI - GOLD MEDALIST
- 2023 IBJJF NY OPEN : GI - SILVER MEDALIST
- 2023 PRIDE BJJ - GI - GOLD MEDALIST
- 2023 PRIDE BJJ - NO GI - GOLD MEDALIST
- 2022 IBJJF CT OPEN - NO GI - BRONZE MEDALIST
- 2022 IBJJF CT OPEN - GI - BRONZE MEDALIST
- 3 x SUPERFIGHT WINNER - IRON MAN GRAPPLING CHAMPIONSHIP
- ARENA GRAPPLING CHAMPIONSHIP : SUPER FIGHT WINNER - FASTEST SUB OF THE NIGHT
2 X LIJJN SUPER FIGHT WINNER RANKED IBJJF ATHLETE
TOP RANKED FEATHER WEIGHT IN MULTIPLE SUPER-FIGHT PROMOTIONS.
Coach Dom
Nassau Law Enforcement Officer. Certified in Jiu Jitsu Survival Tactics, a specialized defense system for First Responders.
