Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Team History, Fighter Stats, Biographies and News

NOVEMBER 12, 2017 – Sunday was the final day for UAEJJF’s Abu Dhabi Grand Slam in Rio de Janeiro. Arguably the most packed event …

On this article you will learn of BJJ Heroes’ top 5 breakthrough European athletes for 2017, names who are on the verge of becoming the continent’s Next Big Thing in the sport of Brazilian jiu jitsu.

One of the top promotions in jiu jitsu’s professional circuit – Copa Podio is setting up their heavyweight Grand Prix for 2017. The event’s …

Joel Gingery is a judo and Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Adriano ‘Nasal’ Pereira, being also the founding member of the Memphis Judo and Jiu Jitsu Academy as well as one of the modern day legends of BJJ’s Masters division through his numerous wins in that category.

Plant based diets are one of the fastest growing food habits in the jiu jitsu world. With this piece we uncover the veil on the vegan lifestyle used by some of the world’s top grapplers. Their struggles, the benefits and the taboo’s surrounding veganism.

Marcelo Cohen is a jiu jitsu black belt under Marcelo Saporito as well as a former member of the Carlson Gracie Academy. An IBJJF No-Gi Pans and No-Gi American Nationals champion, Cohen is also known for his work as a grappling instructor, recognition conquered while working at The Armory, a Florida (USA) based academy.

Gustavo Batista, often referenced as ‘Braguinha’ is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Leandro Lo and a representative of the New School Brotherhood academy in the sport’s international circuit.

OCTOBER 28, 2017 Although one of the hardest cards to put together by the Russian based promotion, the 8th edition of the ACB Jiu Jitsu Grand Prix ended up being a lively event well worthy of praise Berkut has earned over the years.

João Paulo Neto is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Mário Reis and Moacir Mendes Júnior, as well as a representative of the Alliance Academy in this sport’s international competitive circuit.

OCTOBER 22, 2017 – And the Eddie Bravo Invitational (EBI) 13 has just passed us. Widely regarded as one of the toughest tournaments inside the realm …

Craig Jones is Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Lachlan Giles of the Maromba Academy. An IBJJF World No-Gi Champion, ADCC Trials champion and EBI semi finalist, Jones is widely regarded as one of the top competitors of his generation.

The line-up for ACBJJ 8 will rival some of the world’s best events in the level of talent brought to the mat with ADCC, Worlds and Pans medalists from a range of nationalities. Certainly one of the most eclectic and well structured professional events coming up. Check the full line-up here.

Marcelo Martins is a jiu jitsu black belt under Élcio Figueiredo, and a former member of the Integração Jiu Jitsu team. An active competitor in this sport’s Masters international circuit where he conquered important titles including at the South American, Rio International and San Diego International Open.

Diego Vivaldo, commonly known by his nickname ‘Gavião’ is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Luiz Guilherme having also worked extensively with Sérgio Erlichmann at the Guigo JJ academy in São Paulo.

Results for London’s biggest jiu jitsu showdown, the IBJJF London Fall Open. One of the biggest tournaments in Europe which traditionally brings out some of the sport’s top athletes.

Full card of one of the top tournaments in jiu jitsu’s submission only calendar, the 13th edition Eddie Bravo Invitational (EBI) who will feature a 155 lbs – lightweight tournament.

Max Lindblad is a Swedish born jiu jitsu black belt under Kent Hammarström and one of the top European grappling competitors, having conquered important titles such as the IBJJF European Open, UAEJJF World Pro and Abu Dhabi Grand Slam.

Pedro Dias Clementino is a Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt under Douglas Rufino (Trator) and a former student José Leão Teixeira (Zé Beleza) who became one of the top light featherweight competitors of his generation.

Amanda Monteiro is a jiu jitsu black belt under Júlio César Pereira and a representative of GF Team in this sport/martial art’s competitive circuit. Monteiro made a name for herself in the lower belt divisions of BJJ where she earned IBJJF World, Pans and Brasileiro titles before cementing her status as an elite black belt with outstanding performances at the UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Grand Slam and IBJJF No-Gi Pans Championship during her first few months in this category.

Brian Beauchamp is a highly accomplished Canadian judo and jiu jitsu black belt with several IBJJF Masters World titles and a student of Fabrício Martins.