Roberto ‘Gordo’ Correa Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar
Friday 7 pm July 8th – SQBJJ Academy
Roberto “Gordo” Correa is one of the most important figures in Jiu Jitsu’s history. An important competitor during the 1990s, Correa later became one of the head instructors at the Gracie Barra academy, where he helped shape IBJJF world champion grapplers such as Celso Vinicius, Braga Neto, and many others. As a coach Roberto was sought out by many experts in the grappling game, champions like Kyra Gracie and Vinicius Magalhaes though his biggest contribution to the sport was the half guard, a specific position he developed as a purple belt.
Main Achievements:
* 1st Place IBJJF World Championship (1996)
* 1st Place CBJJ Brazilian Nationals (1997*)
* 1st Place IBJJF Pans Championship (1996, 1997, 2001, 2003)
* 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship (1997)
* 2nd Place IBJJF Pans Championship (1996*, 1998***)
* 2nd Place CBJJ Brazilian Nationals (1996, 1997***, 2000)
Favourite Position/Technique: Half Guard
After the seminar, there will be a chance for everyone to socialise in our SQ cafe with refreshments & snacks available.
£40 Non-members (book using the button below)
£30 Members (book at the gym)
£15 Youth members (book at the gym)
**Limited spaces so be quick to reserve your place!
