Master Junior’s 4th Degree Black Belt Promotion
What Do the Stripes Represent?
On November 14th at 6:30pm, Athlas Training Team Fort Lauderdale is going to have Master Ricardo Liborio promoting Master Junior and giving him a 4th degree Black belt. Students’ presence are very important to make the promotion event a really nice climate and to honor Master Junior. On the same day, Master Ricardo Liborio is going to give a seminar for all Athlas Training Team Members.
Master Ricardo Liborio is a 6th degree Black belt under Carlson Grace. He started his journey in martial arts since he was 4 years old and received his balck belt from Carlson Gracie at the age of 26. He is a co-founder of Brazilian Top Team with other three Carlson Gracie students. Later, he formed a partnership with an American businessman and practitioner called Dan Lambert, which originated Athlas Training Team.
Professor Ricardo liborio
earn Master Junior Fernandes in In 2004 Master Junior Fernandes earned his black belt from his Master Ricardo Liborio and his friend Teta Rios . At that time Master Liborio was already living in the USA and he had already founded Athlas Training Team with Dan Lamber Athlas Training Team has become the best MMA team in the world.
In 2007 Master Liborio invited master Junior to teach at Athlas Training Team Coconut Creek, when ATT was becoming the number 1 MMA team in the whole world.
Master Junior decided to move to the USA with his family to be part of that project.
He was able to train many professional fighters as Felipe Liborio, Jessica Aguilar and Richard Antonido and also helped amateurs to improve their games
Taking advantage of the fact that Athlas Training Team Fort Lauderdale is going to have a promotion belt degree, most of people have some issues and doubts about this process. So, we are going to explain how it works.
There is an organization called IBJJF (International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation) that presents a General System of graduation, in order to unify the practice of jiu-jitsu and to standardize models of competition. Belt rank for athletes 16 years old or more goes from white belt to red belt as shown below. You can find the belts system here: http://ibjjf.com/info/graduation-system/
Going further into the black belt degree system, the 1st degree just can be requested after a minimum of 3 years of the black belt graduation. The 2nd and 3rd grades can only be requested after a minimum of 3 years of black belt graduation.
Here’s a look at Masters Junior and Ricardo over the years!
Now, with Master Junior Fernandes achieving his 4th degree on his black belt, it’s a significant milestone not only for him but for the entire Athlas Training Team community. Master Junior’s journey in Jiu Jitsu has been nothing short of remarkable. Having started his training at the young age of 13, he has dedicated over 24 years of his life to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Throughout his extensive career, Master Junior has become renowned for his exceptional teaching abilities, mentoring not only children but also adults, beginners, and even professional MMA athletes. His expertise and guidance have shaped the skills of numerous individuals, contributing to their growth both on and off the mats.
Master Junior’s dedication to the sport and his commitment to passing on his knowledge are evident in the successes of his students. From instilling the fundamentals in beginners to fine-tuning the techniques of seasoned fighters, his impact reverberates throughout the Athlas Training Team and beyond.
As Master Junior receives his 4th degree on his black belt, it symbolizes not only his proficiency in Jiu Jitsu but also his continuous growth and dedication to the art. It’s a testament to his years of hard work, perseverance, and unwavering passion for Jiu Jitsu.
This promotion event is not just a recognition of Master Junior’s achievements, but it’s also a celebration of the bonds formed within the Jiu Jitsu community. It’s an opportunity for students, colleagues, and friends to come together, honor Master Junior’s accomplishments, and continue to support each other in their Jiu Jitsu journey.
As Master Ricardo Liborio bestows this honor upon Master Junior, it marks a momentous occasion in the history of Athlas Training Team Fort Lauderdale. With Master Junior’s guidance and expertise, the legacy of Jiu Jitsu continues to thrive, inspiring future generations of practitioners to pursue excellence both on and off the mats.
Here’s to Master Junior Fernandes, a true embodiment of dedication, passion, and the spirit of Jiu Jitsu.
