Instructors

Top Irish prospect Rosa Walsh has just been awarded her BJJ black belt by the reigning ADCC world champion Ffion Davies, becoming the first person to be promoted under Davies. Walsh has been a popular and prolific competitor all across the UK for quite some time, and has been branching out even further. She actually got one of her biggest tournament wins just a matter of days before Davies won ADCC 2022 in fact, as Walsh competed in the ADCC Open at the same event. Walsh now stands as the youngest female Irish BJJ black belt ever, at just 25-years old, as well as setting a record for being the first female black belt from Cork, and being the 6th female Irish-born BJJ black belt ever.

Since 2015, Alex has served as the founder and head coach of Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Peniche in Portugal, offering a vast reservoir of expertise to his students. Having received training from esteemed mentors such as Erik Paulson, Eddie Bravo, Mendes Bros, André Galvão, and Marcos Flexa during his time overseas, Alex has acquired invaluable knowledge. Despite primarily competing at colored belts, Alex has clinched national championship titles in judo and BJJ, showcasing remarkable achievements in international competitions.

Lubomir Guedjev is a 2nd degree black belt in brazilian jiu jitsu, a former professional mixed martial artist, the former head referee at ADCC, and a successful sports manager, consultant, and event promoter. He is most well known for his work in Eastern Europe, but also competed internationally for the WFC and other organizations during his winning run as a professional fighter from 2006 to 2011. In retirement, he focuses on creating opportunities for the next generation of Eastern fighters through his work as a coach, promoter, and manager.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as @eduardoazevedobjj returns for Jiutopia Golden Camp! 🌟 After an incredible summer camp, where Eduardo’s hands-on teaching and aggressive submission style transformed our participants’ skills, we’re thrilled to welcome him back.🔥

🏅 Eduardo, a 5th-degree black belt and current IBJJF European Master 2024 Champion, as well as a multiple IBJJF Medalist and Pan America Champion, brings unparalleled expertise and passion to the mats. His impact was nothing short of transformative, and now he’s ready to inspire and elevate your BJJ game even further.

Valmyr Neto, born in Belem, Brazil, in 1983, began his martial arts journey with Judo before transitioning to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Inspired by Royce Gracie’s UFC victories, Neto sought training and earned his yellow and blue belts under Marcus Norat. He continued his BJJ training with Walter “Broca,” receiving his black belt in 2006. In 2008, Neto moved to England to coach BJJ and has since become a prominent figure in the English grappling scene, leading the DFC academy in Gravesend and contributing to the growth of the sport in Europe.

We’re beyond thrilled to announce that the incredible @lorenz_sadychow is joining Jiutopia Camp again. As a black belt from @rga.vienna , Lorenz brings his unmatched expertise in half guard, back attacks, sweeps, and submissions.

Lorenz Sadychow is a black belt in the best BJJ school in the region, Roger Gracie Vienna. He is the right-hand man of his master Orlando Machado Neto, the only 5th Dan holder in Central Europe.

Embarking on his Jiu Jitsu journey in 2016, Phidias now proudly dons the Brown belt, specializing in Gi techniques. 🥋
Balancing the roles of athlete and coach, Phidias is dedicated to continuous growth and sharing his passion for Jiu Jitsu. 🏆

A distinguished two-time UKBJJF English Open Champion and two-time IBJJF Dublin Open Champion, his achievements speak volumes. 🥇