The international growth platform for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

BJJGO helps governments, federations and academies develop Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu internationally. We bring Brazilian academies, qualified professionals, structured training and investment to the markets and communities ready to grow the sport.

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01 / GLOBAL INITIATIVE

The Global Opportunity

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. New academies, federations and sports programs are opening in every region, and they all need the same things: qualified instructors, proven training methods, institutional credibility and access to investment.

BJJGO connects these growing markets with Brazil, the home of the sport and its deepest base of knowledge. We organize international seminars, develop instructors and sports managers, support the creation of academies and training centers, and build the partnerships that turn local interest into lasting, well-run sporting and economic activity.

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BJJGO Organizational Identity

Who We Are

BJJGO (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Global Organization) is an international organization headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. We were founded by entrepreneurs and practitioners who combine deep experience in Jiu-Jitsu with business, legal and institutional expertise.We are a development and cooperation platform.

We work alongside federations, public authorities, academies and companies to build the sport internationally, with solid structure, clear governance and measurable results.

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OUR MISSION IN MOTION

Our Three Pillars

Discipline, partnership and growth guide everything we do. We build the structures that expand the reach of Jiu-Jitsu and increase its economic and social value.

SPREAD

Taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu into new markets. We help create and strengthen academies, training centers and sports schools in Brazil and abroad, backed by Brazilian expertise and international standards of quality.

CONNECT

Linking the sport’s key players. We bring together athletes, instructors, academies, federations, companies, educational institutions and public entities, and we create the relationships that open doors for business, education and cooperation.

TRANSFORM

Turning sport into lasting value. Well-developed Jiu-Jitsu programs create jobs, build skilled professionals, support youth development and strengthen communities.

BJJGO INSTITUTIONAL

What We Do

We build the structure that international growth requires: academies, qualified people, training programs, partnerships and funding.

01 / DIRECTIVE

Opportunity Mapping

We systematically evaluate and map geographic regions with high growth potential but limited institutional access. By identifying underserved communities, we pinpoint where targeted resources, coaching networks, and infrastructure will spark the greatest social and athletic return.

02 / ALIGNMENT

Connecting Talent

We bridge the gap between high-caliber competitors, legendary educators, and global academies. By coordinating international seminars and structured residency training programs, we transfer master-level knowledge directly into emerging markets.

03 / PROVISION

Sponsorship & Support

Sustainable growth requires reliable capital. We funnel institutional sponsorship, state grants, and corporate funding directly into grassroots training hubs, providing athletes with travel stipends, premium equipment, and long-term security.

04 / SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION

Building Bridges

Jiu-Jitsu is more than an elite sport—it is a social equalizer. We establish strategic partnerships with NGOs and local governments to construct active sports programs that divert youth from conflict and build community discipline and resilience.

05 / NARRATIVE

Events and Promotion

By producing state-of-the-art cinematic documentaries, professional match-making, and institutional tournaments, we bring premium global attention to local narratives, raising the commercial and media value of our affiliated athletes.

06 / HORIZON

Opportunities for Athletes

We engineer legal and academic pipelines to assist elite practitioners in acquiring international visas, formal coaching credentials, and sustainable livelihoods, converting athletic peak-performance years into permanent global careers.

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BJJGO Global Network

One network, many markets.

BJJGO develops platforms and cooperation mechanisms that connect athletes, instructors, academies, entrepreneurs and sports organizations in different countries.

Through partnerships, agreements and cooperation terms with federations, confederations, educational institutions, foundations, companies and public entities, we offer a clear framework for collaboration. Local academies and international organizations can work together with transparency and respect for each country’s institutions and regulations.

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Fig 1.1: Live nodes showing active institutional hubs, certified instructors, and allied community initiatives.

BJJGO EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Our Leadership

Experienced practitioners, entrepreneurs and institutional leaders guide BJJGO’s international development.

Global Ambassadors

Vitor Belfort

BJJ Black Belt / Combat Sports Legend

A world-renowned competitor and former UFC champion. Vitor leverages decades of elite competition knowledge to champion the BJJGO institutional framework and advocate for sports policy on a global scale.

Eric Muniz

World Champion / High-Performance Director

Multi-time elite world medalist translating competition strategies into institutional templates. Eric leads BJJGO's high-performance training camps and international seminaries worldwide.

Founders

Fernando Muramatsu

Red & Black Belt / Co-Founder

Over 25 years of international development experience. Pioneering BJJGO's foundational methodology across key global hubs and academies.

Victor Key

Black Belt 4th Degree / Chief Operations

Legal strategist and organizational architect. Managing institutional partnerships, federal compliance, and structural expansion models.

Andre Camargo

Black Belt 5th Degree / Head of Education

Curriculum director focusing on standardization of premium instruction tools, sports science integration, and teacher qualification systems.

Wendel Siri

Black Belt 3rd Degree / Global Relations

Supervising international relations, networking with regional federation heads, and securing safe pathways for localized scaling efforts.

OUR PILLARS

The Standards We Work By

Our partners trust BJJGO because of how we work. These values guide every seminar, agreement and project.

01 / Discipline

Consistent commitment and reliable delivery.

02 / Integrity

For partners, institutions, cultures, rules and communities.

03 / Partnership

Transparency and alignment between word and action.

04 / Perseverance

Long-term commitment to every partnership.

05 / Leadership

Setting standards and supporting the development of others.

PATHWAYS FOR ENGAGEMENT

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Whether you are building a national program, running an academy or looking to invest in sport, BJJGO offers a clear path to work together.

01 / GOVERNMENTS AND INSTITUTIONS

Public Authorities & Institutions

Develop Jiu-Jitsu as part of your sports, education, youth and community programs. We support technical cooperation, instructor training, sports and cultural exchange, and local development initiatives, and we welcome cooperation agreements with municipal, regional and national authorities.

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02 / FEDERATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Federations & Sports Organizations

Strengthen your organization with Brazilian expertise. Collaborate on education, events, exchange and institutional development.

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03 / ACADEMIES

Academies & Communities

Grow your academy with access to training programs, management support, qualified professionals and an international network.

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04 / INSTRUCTORS AND ATHLETES

Instructors & Athletes

Access training and qualification programs, international seminars and exchange opportunities.

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About BJJGO

An international organization that helps develop and expand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu around the world.

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ESTABLISHED 2012

Our History

From the home of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to every region where the sport is growing.

BJJGO was founded in São Paulo by entrepreneurs and high-ranking black belts who saw the worldwide growth of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the need to support it with structure, education and investment. As the sport reaches new countries, its success depends on qualified instructors, well-run academies, solid institutions and strong partnerships.What began as an effort to connect academies and professionals became an international development organization.

Today BJJGO supports training, exchange, partnerships and economic cooperation related to sport and education. We work with governments, federations, academies, schools and companies, in Brazil and abroad.

FOUNDATIONAL PILLARS

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To promote, develop and spread Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Brazil and abroad. We create the academies, professionals, training and partnerships that allow the sport to grow, and we use it as a tool for education, social inclusion and economic development.

Our Vision

To be the leading international partner for the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: a global network of governments, federations, academies and companies that grow the sport with excellence, integrity and social responsibility.

Our Purpose

To connect academies, federations, athletes, instructors, companies and public institutions across countries, so that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grows with quality, structure and lasting impact.