Two of André Galvão’s Biggest Champions Step Away as Atos Collapse Deepens Amid S*xual Harassment Allegations
Feb 10, 2026BJJEE
The ongoing turmoil surrounding Atos Jiu-Jitsu has intensified again in the past 24 hours, with two of the team’s biggest modern champions now publicly linked to official separation messaging:...
Former Student Accuses Checkmat Co-Founder Rico Vieira of S*xual Misconduct When She Was 16
Feb 07, 2026BJJEE
Allegations have recently surfaced within the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community after athlete Alyssa Mila publicly accused Checkmat co-founder Ricardo “Rico” Vieira of inappropriate conduct that she...
Craig Jones vs. Dillon Danis Announced To Headline CJI 3
Feb 07, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
One of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s most outspoken figures is lining up another spectacle! Craig Jones revealed on Friday that the main event for the upcoming Craig Jones Invitational 3 will feature...
Two Giants of Jiu-Jitsu Expel Founding Leaders as S*xual Abuse Allegations Shake the Sport
Feb 04, 2026BJJEE
In an unprecedented moment for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the sport’s two largest and most influential associations — Atos Jiu-Jitsu and Checkmat — have both announced the removal or suspension of...
Atos Jiu-Jitsu in Freefall: Josh Hinger, JT Torres, and Majority of Affiliates Sever Ties After S*xual Assault Allegations
Feb 03, 2026BJJEE
The crisis surrounding Atos Jiu-Jitsu has intensified dramatically over the past three days, with an accelerating wave of high-profile athletes, academy owners, and commercial partners publicly...
Former Student Files Lawsuit Against Leandro Vieira Over Se*ual Abuse Allegations
Feb 03, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
A new lawsuit has been filed that adds to the growing wave of abuse-related cases confronting the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. Former student Julia Trevino has initiated legal action in California...
The Dangers of Hero Worship in Martial Arts: An Open Letter from Ryan Hall
Feb 02, 2026BJJEE
Photo: Joshua Halvatzis, Goliveco You have for sure heard by now about the Lloyd Irvin drama and the controversy surrounding him and some of his team members. Back in December 2012 two of his male...
Hollywood Star Tom Hardy Promoted To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt
Feb 02, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Hollywood actor Tom Hardy has reached another major milestone on the mats, earning his brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu after years of consistent training! Hardy’s journey in the sport began back...
Andre Galvao Denies Allegations as Former ATOS Athlete Alexa Herse Releases Detailed Statement Acusing Him of S*xual Harrassment
Feb 02, 2026BJJEE
Andre Galvao has publicly denied allegations of inappropriate conduct and announced his intention to pursue legal action, stating that he would “take the necessary measures to protect our...
The Dark Side of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Power, Grooming, and Predatory Behavior
Jan 31, 2026BJJEE
Picture: Marcel Goncalves – a BJJ black belt and former Fight Sports affiliate instructor – was arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual assault in March 2018; due to the allegations...
The Birth of “Dagestani Mikey”: Mikey Musumeci Announces Radical Style Shift After Training With Umar Nurmagomedov
Jan 27, 2026BJJEE
Mikey Musumeci Credits Umar Nurmagomedov for Radical Style Shift Ahead of 2026 “Dagestani Mikey” Era Mikey Musumeci has never been shy about reinventing himself, but his latest transformation may...
Chris Haueter’s Iconic Redondo Beach Garage Dojo Closes After 21 Years: “We Cannot Even Afford To Keep This Space”
Jan 25, 2026BJJEE
One of the most influential grassroots training spaces in American Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has officially closed its doors.Combat Base, the legendary garage dojo run by Chris Haueter in Redondo Beach,...
New Study: Jiu-Jitsu Competitors Have the Lowest Injury Rate Among Combat Athletes
Jan 23, 2026BJJEE
Injuries are always going to happen if you train in Jiu-Jitsu. It’s part of the journey. How does BJJ stack up with other martial arts in terms of rate of injury? It has often been said...
BJJ Instructor Blows Out Student’s Knee As Punishment For Using The ‘Lockdown’ in Class
Jan 22, 2026BJJEE
Over the years we’ve reported on various bullying behavior and hazing rituals from BJJ instructors and teammates – however this last one is truly disturbing. While there are many different...
How Did Model Daniella Cicarelli Get Her BJJ Blue Belt in Just 6 Months? Her Instructor Explains
Jan 11, 2026BJJEE
When Brazilian model and former MTV Brasil host Daniella Cicarelli was awarded her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blue belt after just six months of training, the reaction across the BJJ community was...
Natalia Santoro Arrest Footage Emerges; Threatens Police Officer, Says: “I’m Allergic to G*y People”
Jan 05, 2026BJJEE
Recently surfaced body-camera footage from the Austin Police Department shows Natalia Santoro being arrested and questioned following a dangerous driving incident. In the video, Santoro appears...
6th Degree Bjj Black Belt: Politics Preventing BJJ From Ever Becoming an Olympic Sport
Jan 03, 2026BJJEE
A sixth-degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt has shed light on why the sport remains locked out of the Olympic Games, pointing squarely at entrenched politics rather than athletic merit. BJJ icon...
BJJ Black Belt Sparks Debate After Claiming Performance Boost From Six Months of Semen Retention
Dec 28, 2025BJJEE
A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt has ignited widespread discussion online after sharing his belief that six months of semen retention significantly improved his energy levels, focus, and competitive...
“Coral Belt Warning: Know This—Don’t Watch YouTube When You Start Jiu-Jitsu”
Dec 14, 2025BJJEE
When Professor Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhães speaks, the jiu-jitsu world listens. And his latest message couldn’t be clearer—or more uncomfortable for the modern generation of...
Placido Santos Wins No-Gi Worlds (Adult Division)— While Raising Eight Children
Dec 13, 2025BJJEE
Winning the IBJJF No-Gi World Championships is difficult under the best circumstances. Winning it by submission in every single match is rare. Doing it while preparing for competition as a full-time...
Actor Ashton Kutcher Promoted to Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Nov 19, 2025BJJEE
Hollywood actor and tech investor Ashton Kutcher has officially been promoted to black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the legendary Master Rigan Machado, one of the most respected figures in the...
Shocking Verdict Stuns the BJJ World: The Man Accused of Killing Leandro Lo Is Found Not Guilty
Nov 15, 2025BJJEE
On November 15, 2025, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community was shaken to its core. After nearly three long years, countless delays, and a trial that many hoped would finally bring closure, a São Paulo...
BJJ Competitor Disqualified After Biting Opponent During NAGA Match
Nov 13, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
A bizarre incident at a recent NAGA grappling tournament in Miami has sparked outrage – after competitor Ana Bozovic shared photos of deep bite marks on her forearm following a match. Bozovic, who...
Prankster Tries to Intimidate Bouncer With Jiu-Jitsu — Gets Humbled by a Gracie Black Belt
Nov 11, 2025BJJEE
It started like any other over-the-top influencer stunt — and ended with a brutal dose of reality. A social media personality recently found himself humiliated after trying to flex his “Jiu-Jitsu...
