Who We Are

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Ricardo Rodrigues

Ricardo Rodrigues is a Fitness coach for humans aged 3 years old to 98 years old. 

He is the founder of the proprietary Beginner's Mind Method, and the writer/creator of the Kids Body Connection Program. Ricardo has studied, applied, and tested many fitness models, training methods, body movements, and fascial manipulation. He competed in the 11th Ironman Championships, 8 Half Ironmans, and 15 full Marathons. Combining half marathons, Xterra Triathlons, Biathlons, and most recent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions totaling over 500 competitive events. Ricardo's dedication to his work through keen observation and pragmatic application inspired him to develop his own proprietary method while assisting, training, and educating at his private practice.

His work has been validated by his long-standing clientele, who have trusted their family members and friends to his care for the past 17 years. It is a mutual collaborative system where his coaching skills assist individuals of all ages to understand their body and its optimal function.

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Juliana “Juju” Rodrigues

Juliana “Juju” Rodrigues is the co-writer, co-creator and presenter of the Kids Body Connection Program. She is the apprentice of Ricardo Rodrigues at Beginner’s Mind Method. As a Beginner’s Mind coach, Juju has been able to study, apply and test the proprietary method on various fitness models with successful results. She is an advocate in the health and wellness industry with focus on the joy of movement, breathing exercises for everyday practice. When young, Juju was a gymnast participating in local competitions and presentations. After the passing of her Father (her coach), she explored the art of Jazz dance, where front roll was her place. She adventured to Brazilian capoeira allowing her the mixture of movements and freedom of range of motion to the ultimate self expression. Juju has more than 500 hours of Yoga Practice, another 300 hours in lectures with focus on breath work. She has studied, practiced and finished the 10 week Iceman training program. Juju is currently leading the Kids Body Connection social movement to teach young humans how to use the body as a tool to improve focus and self-control.     

Practice With Us

 

e: jujubeginnersmind@gmail.com
p: (558) 229-7138

8514 Commerce Avenue Suite A
San Diego. CA 92121