João
"The Brazilian
Samurai"
Zeferino
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu No Gi
João Zeferino is a 2nd degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, being an accomplished competitor with medals at tournaments such as the CBJJE world champioships, the Brazilian Nationals as well as the Sul Brasileiro. Zeferino also competed in mixed martial arts.
He started training Jiu Jitsu in 2002 when he was 16 years old at “Ataque Duplo” academy were he stayed until he was a purple belt. In 2005 he moved to train with Claudio Arrais with whom he stayed for one year. In 2006 he moved to the stronger team in Gracie Barra, a team led by one of the best in in Floripa, Alexandre de Souza.
Joao also picked up boxing to prepare for MMA. He trains in Yoga and Judo to help in his Mixed Martial Arts career.
MMA Record
WIN: 21
LOSS: 7
Main Achievements (BJJ/MMA):
• UFC Veteran
• Jiu-jitsu World Champion
• World Cup Champion (CBJJE 2008)
• Brazilian Nationals Silver Medallist (2008)
• South Brazil Champion (2007, 2008)
• South Brazil Open Weight Silver Medallist (2008, 2010)
• UKC-MMA Champion
• Atlas Fight Champion (MMA)
• UEP – Battle by the Bay – Alabama Champion
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PFL 3 MMA: Joao Zeferino vs Paul Bradley Brutal 1st Round knockout by Zeferino
WSOF 25: Joao Zeferino defeats Jorge Patino with heel hook in first round
FunFact: Joao Zeferino was Anthony "Showtime" Pettis' Head Jui-Jitsu Coach
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