Marcio Feitosa
3rd Degree Black Belt
Professor Marcio Feitosa is the head instructor of Gracie Barra America. With more then 15 years of teaching
experience, he is a primary example of a man who is fully dedicating
his life to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Barra and its members. Prof.
Feitosa’s witty personality, enthusiasm, integrity, and leadership
make the essence of GB America and touch all those around him. An outstanding
competition background qualifies him as one of the best lightweight
competitors on BJJ history. He collects many titles such as a 3-time
World BJJ Champion and Abu-Dhabi Champion, Brazilian Nationals, Brazilian
Team Tournament, and the Pan American Championships. Marcio's
Jiu Jitsu Records>>
Philipe
Della Monica
1st Degree Black Belt
Professor Phillipe Della Monica is an active competitor and one of the Gracie Barra's raising young stars. Charisma and teaching skills are just as natural talents to him as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The highlight of his career was to become a European Black Belt Champion at the young age of 21. To see his discipline and passion for training and teaching is very inspiring to all the Team, his goal as a competitor is to become a Black Belt World Champion representing the Gracie Barra flag.
Carlos Eduardo
Black Belt
Professor Carlos Eduardo started teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at the legendary Gracie Barra School
Ana Laura Cordeiro
Black Belt
Instructor Ana Laura Cordeiro's drive and focus make her an invaluable part of the GB Team. An avid martial artist, she remains undefeated in over 40 fights in a glorious competitor career. Ana Laura finds teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to be among the most positive, powerful experiences in her life. Off the mat she is devoting a lot of time to studying english and learning more about the american culture.
Rafael
Brown Belt
Instructor Rafael Novaes grew up in Brazil’s capital Brasilia-DF where he received a degree in Physical Education and started his journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. After trying out a class he became passionate about the art and he knew it was something he would like to continue and make a big part of his life. Today his goal is to achieve his Black Belt and learn all the aspects of running a school so he can have his own one day.