Jorjao Fernandes

IBJJF World Champion • World No-Gi Champion • Pan Champion • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor

Jorge “Jorgão” Fernandes is one of the top young Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitors of his generation. Training since the age of four at Athlas Training Team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he has built an outstanding competitive career through years of discipline, consistency, and technical excellence.

Competing on the world’s biggest stages, Jorgão has earned major titles in the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), including the 2026 IBJJF World Championship (Purple Belt), in addition to becoming an IBJJF World No-Gi Champion and IBJJF Pan No-Gi Champion. His achievements have established him as one of the most promising athletes representing the next generation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Beyond competition, Jorgão is also a dedicated instructor at Athlas Training Team, teaching children, teens, and adults. Having grown up on the mats himself, he combines high-level competition experience with a patient and structured teaching style, helping students develop confidence, discipline, self-defense skills, and technical excellence. He has also completed self-defense training and IBJJF rules education, allowing him to prepare students for both real-world situations and high-level competition.

From Athlete to Instructor

In addition to his competitive career, Jorgão plays an important role at Athlas Training Team as a kids instructor, working with students starting as young as three years old.

Because he started training at such a young age, he understands how to guide beginners with patience and structure. His classes focus on:

• Building confidence from the first day

• Teaching discipline and respect

• Developing coordination and body awareness

• Creating a safe and engaging environment for kids

Professional Development and Certifications

Jorgão has also invested in his professional growth beyond competition. He has completed important self-defense courses, expanding his knowledge in real-life application of jiu jitsu techniques.

In addition, he has taken IBJJF rules courses, which gives him a deep understanding of competition regulations. This allows him to better prepare students who are interested in competing, guiding them not only technically but also strategically according to official rules.

A Role Model for the Next Generation

Jorgão represents dedication, consistency, and long-term growth in jiu jitsu. As both an athlete and instructor, he inspires young students by showing what is possible through commitment and proper guidance.

At Athlas Training Team, his presence strengthens the mission of developing not only skilled practitioners, but also confident and disciplined individuals.

In addition to his group classes, Jorgão also offers private lessons for students who want more personalized training and faster progress in jiu jitsu.