Age | 24 | D.O.B | July, 16, 1983 | Height | 6'5'' | Weight | 220 | Rank | Black Belt | Education | Physical Education (PE) | Association | Ralph Gracie Team / Gracie Barra |
BACKGROUND
Bruno" Mamute” Paulista, world champion, professional MMA fighter and famous for one of the best open guards in jiu-jitsu, has been teaching since 2004. Born in Brasilia, the capital of Brazil, Bruno began training in Brasilia advancing to the level of purple belt. In 2005 he moved to Florianopolis, and subsequently in December of 2006 received his black belt.
In 2007 Bruno moved to the United States where he currently trains. His students range from some of the biggest names in MMA to jiu-jitsu prodigies to the young enthusiasts of the kids class. Bruno greatly enjoys teaching and watching the way that jiu-jitsu changes his students lives. Bruno says, "You will never improve if you don’t share what you know.” Showing his spirit of generosity, learning and passion for jiu-jitsu.
Titles Jiu-Jitsu | 2007 | Black Belt | Champion | No-Gi World Championships | 2007 | Black Belt | Champion | Fabio Santos Tournament | 2007 | Black Belt | 2nd Place | Pan Americans | 2007 | Brown Belt | 3rd Place | World Championship (Open Weight) |
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Age | 37 | D.O.B | May 21, 1971 | Height | 5'11'' | Weight | 175 | Rank | Black Belt Gracie Jiu-Jitsu (Ralph Gracie) | Education | BA (Psychology), MA (Clinical Psychology) | Association | Ralph Gracie Team |
BACKGROUND
Brad began his martial arts training at 6 years old. He studied Karate on and off for 10 years. In high school, he wrestled for 2 years. Brad started training Jiu-Jitsu in 1993 at the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Torrance, CA under Rorion Gracie, Royce Gracie and Fabio Santos. He later had the privilege learning Jiu-Jitsu from Rickson Gracie, Mauricio Costa, Rodrigo Gracie, Roger Machado and Ralph Gracie. In 2000, Brad was awarded his black belt by Ralph Gracie. Brad competed in the 2001 Pan American Championships in Florida and won his division.
In January of 2001, Brad opened the Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Placentia, CA. After a great deal of hard work, the academy has continually grown and now boasts a large student base with 2 full time black belt instructors dedicated to the improvement of their students. The academy provides a friendly learning environment where all are welcome to pursue their goals whether they be recreational, self defense or competition oriented. Brad's passion for Jiu-Jitsu centers around his love for teaching students.
Titles
| Jiu Jitsu | 2001 | Black Belt | Champion | Pan American Jiu-Jitsu Championships |
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