Frota Academy – Luzern
Frota Academy – Luzern
Pedro Salgado – Head Coach and Owner
Pedro Salgado, a passionate Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, leads Frota Academy Lucerne with a unique and effective approach to coaching. Born and raised in Itaipava, Rio de Janeiro, Pedro grew up in an environment rich with Jiu-Jitsu culture. Starting as a child, he advanced through the ranks before taking a break during his teenage and university years, where he pursued a career in advertising.
In 2018, Pedro moved to Sydney, Australia, where he began his coaching journey. Initially focusing on kids, he quickly expanded to adult coaching, achieving significant success, including opening his first gym in Orange, New South Wales. In twenty twenty-two, Pedro moved to Switzerland, joined Frota Academy Zurich, and eventually opened Frota Academy Lucerne in May twenty twenty-three, where he now serves as the owner and head coach.
Pedro’s teaching style is known for its clarity and engagement, a skill he attributes to his background in communication. He makes complex techniques accessible to all levels, creating a welcoming and growth-oriented environment. He is deeply invested in promoting not just technical skills but also a growth mindset, discipline, and the broader benefits of Jiu-Jitsu, both on and off the mats. Frota Academy Lucerne reflects his lifestyle-focused philosophy, combining traditional discipline with a laid-back, friendly atmosphere that students truly appreciate.
What others have to say about us:
Augusto is a great friend and one of my top students ,by far he exceeds the goal he has set for himself and his students , Frota Team rocks !
Rodrigo Nogueira Minotauro, MMA Legend UFC /Pride FighterAugusto Frota is a very dedicated fighter and teacher with a great eye for details.
Besides that he is a very humble and honest guy. He will get the best out of you regarding to fighting and in personal life.
Martin De Iong, President Shooto Europe / Trainer/Manager Team Golden Glory Member of G4 Productions / CEO Ultimate GloryThe best place to be if you are in Zurich, great environment, great group and awesome place to learn martial arts. One of the most beautiful gym that I’ve seen.
Marcus Almeida (Buchecha), IBJJF World ChampionshipSwitzerand and Europe for that matter is lucky to have someone like Augusto Frota spreading the BJJ gospel in its land.
Besides being a top fighter Augusto is a great instructor and a good guy. If you have a chance go train and learn from him.
He is one of my favorite people to train with.
Kid Peligro, BJJ Black / Belt and AuthorThe most beautiful gym in Zurich! High level professionals martial art!
Katel e Ge kubis, American Top Team striking coachThe best academy in the whole Switzerland… A must-attend if you live there or you are just passing through… Great instructors and great facilities… If you are in Master Frota’s hands, you are in great hands. A must-go academy for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Renzo Gracie, BJJ & MMA legendWe are from same place Fortaleza-Brazil , what at first place makes us buddy !I was his coach for a time ,Augusto has always been a great person besides a very dedicated athlete with an enormous potential!
Marcus Aurelio, BJJ Black / Belt and AuthorTo speak about my friend Augusto and his Team I am a bit suspicious ,he is the one that gave me the opportunity to have my first fight in Europe (Shooto ) ,and after that It was the beginning of many victories and a great start of my International career .Augusto was a person who made a revolutions for the bjj to get bigger and bigger, for growing of BJJ in Switzerland and Europe ,his team has high level athletes and one of the best of Europe ,if is not the best .Thanks my friends from Switzerland ,today you guys are part of my family ,with respect and special affection to you all!
Roan Carneiro (Jucao), BJJ Black / Belt and AuthorI trained at Frota Academy last year for a weekend and it was an amazing experience. World class facilities with world class instructions and very friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended!
Guillaume Huni, BJJ black belt, Owner of bjjee.com, Owner and Head Coach of Kimura Academy (Serbia)The best instructors with excellent knowledge, amazing atmosphere, definitely all my recommendations goes to this place. THE BEST PLACE IN ZURICH AND SUCH A GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!
Best BJJ training in Europe. No other gym has more world champions coming on regular basis. Great privat classes with amazing instructors.
World class facilities and very skillful instructors. The owner has more than a quarter century in martial arts training and competition and has ties to the biggest names in Jiu Jitsu and MMA worldwide. Wouldn’t train anywhere else.
Everyone knows that Frota Academy is amongst best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA training centers in the world but what sets them apart is truly unique. The culture, learning atmosphere and quality of people is second to none. The facilities and instruction are first class. I loved training at Frota Academy because I felt welcome everyday. If you’re a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, Frota Academy is a must stop shop!!! Love what you do. Come and visit the best.
Ebnatstrasse 65B
8200 Schaffhausen
Phone: (+41) 76 368 62 93