Belt Promotions

Belt Promotions

Rare Air:
Every jiu-jitsu practitioner has a unique motivation to train. For some it is to become a World Champion, for others it’s exercise, or just to learn something new. The list goes on. Of the myriad reasons people commit to jiu-jitsu one thing ties them together: personal development.

The culture of an academy contributes to the improvement of each individual on the mat, just as each individual contributes to the culture of the academy. Neil Soderstrom spoke to the “rare air” of Atos HQ, and how it creates a culture of excellence.

So, what is rare air? How is it created? When a group of individuals get together and push each other to raise the bar every day, that is rare air. It doesn’t matter what the goal is or how close or far from it you are. Rare air depends on the mindset and willingness to continue to reach for it. Rare air is when the goal becomes the norm. It allows you to see your progress toward it every day.

From white belts to the world champions who share the mat at Atos HQ they all benefit from and contribute to the rare air that keeps us all improving, on and off the mat.

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Belt Promotions
  • Black Belt Promotion: Justin Mask

    Congratulations on your well-deserved black belt promotion, Justin Mask.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Gustavo Mello

    Congratulations on your well-deserved black belt promotion, Gustavo Mello A.K.A. "BJJ is My Therapy".

  • Black Belt Promotion: Chad Hamzeh

    Congratulations on your very well-deserved promotion to black belt, Chad Hamzeh.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Gabriel Perroud

    Congratulations on your very well-deserved promotion to black belt, Gabriel Perroud.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Mark Cruz

    Congratulations on your very well-deserved promotion to black belt, Mark Cruz.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Lucas Pinheiro 3rd Degree Black Belt

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Lucas Pinheiro to a 3rd-degree black belt. Lucas is a black belt Gi and No-Gi World Champion, 3x Pan Champ, Brazilian National Gi and No-Gi Champ, and European Champ. He retired from competition after winning the World Title in 2023 and is now pursuing new goals. P...

  • 2023 IBJJF World Master: Joseph Won His Division and His Black Belt 🥇

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Joseph MacMorris II to black belt after an amazing performance at the IBJJF World Master. Joe won his division (master 1 medium-heavyweight) and got second place in the open class. Congratulations!

  • Kids Belt Promotion Day | Vlog

    It's always fun to have belt promotion day with those kids! Congratulations to all the kids who received new belts.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Antonio Mota Black Belt 3rd Degree

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Antonio Mota to black belt 3rd-degree. Antonio is the leader of one of our affiliates - Atos Brisbane, Australia.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Eduardo Grimaldo Black Belt 1st Degree

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Eduardo Grimaldo to 1st-degree black belt. Eduardo is the leader of one of our affiliates - Atos Panama.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Jenny Rosania Black Belt 1st Degree

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Jenny Rosania to 1st-degree black belt. Jenny is from one of our affiliates - Atos Panama.

  • Black Belt Promotion: Nikki Sullivan Black Belt 1st Degree

    Nikki Sullivan receives her first degree on the black belt from Professor Andre Galvao. Congratulations, Nikki!

  • Rolando Samson Belt Promotion | Black Belt 2nd Degree

    Professor Rolando Samson has been training at Atos since his blue belt and now, after six years as a black belt, it's time to become a black belt 2nd degree. Congratulations Professor.

    June 27, 2023.

  • Guto Campos Black Belt 5th Degree Promotion

    Professor Andre Galvao promotes Professor Guto Campo to black belt 5th degree on May 29th, 2023.

  • 2023 IBJJF Worlds: Rafael Silveira Promoted To Black Belt After Winning 🥇

    Rafael Silveira was promoted to black belt by Professor Andre Galvao after winning IBJJF Worlds in the brown belt middleweight division.

    Rafael had an amazing outcome as a brown belt and now it's time to shine in the highest level. Congratulations, Professor Rafa.

  • 2023 IBJJF Wolrds: Sarah Galvao Purple Belt Promotion

    Sarah Galvao received her purple belt from her parents Andre and Angelica Galvao after winning double gold at the IBJJF Worlds and a winning streak! As a juvenile blue belt, Sarah complete the IBJJF Grand Slam two years in a row, competed in and won the AJP Abu Dhabi World Pro in the adult female...

  • JT Torres - 4th Degree Black Belt Promotion

    It is with great honor and recognition that JT Torres, an esteemed practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has been awarded his well-deserved 4th-degree black belt from the renowned professor Andre Galvao. This significant achievement showcases the remarkable dedication, skill, and expertise that JT...

  • Kauan "Samurai" Tanino Brown Belt Promotion

    On June 5th of 2023, Kauan "Samurai" Tanino, a determined and skilled practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, achieved a significant milestone in his martial arts journey. He proudly received his well-deserved brown belt, marking from Professor Andre Galvao.

    Adding to his remarkable accomplishment,...

  • Nico Maglicic Black Belt Promotion

    On June 5th of 2023, a momentous occasion unfolded as Nico Maglicic received his black belt from Professor Andre Galvao. Just a few days prior, on June 1st, Nico emerged victorious in the Jiu-Jitsu world, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination.

    The black belt signifies Nico's master...

  • Ronaldo Junior 1st Degree Black Belt Promotion

    On June 5th of 2023, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu aficionado Ronaldo Junior reached an extraordinary milestone in his martial arts journey. With sheer dedication, unwavering commitment, and years of relentless training, he proudly received his well-deserved first-degree black belt.

    The significance of Ro...

  • Teteu Menezes - Black Belt Promotion

    Matheus "Teteu" Menezes, a dedicated practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has reached a momentous milestone in his martial arts journey. With unwavering commitment and countless hours of training, Matheus has earned his highly esteemed black belt from the renowned professor Andre Galvao.

    Under t...

  • VLOG: Amanda Bruse Black Belt Promotion & Interviews

    A short vlog about Amanda Bruse Black Belt Promotion with two very special guests: Amanda's Parents. Watch now their interview!

    Amanda was promoted to black belt on January 13, 2023.
    Watch her speech here: https://live.atosbjjondemand.com/trending/videos/black-belt-promotion-amanda-bruse
    Watch h...

  • Black Belt Promotion - Amanda Bruse

    Tonight is a very special night. Professor Galvao is super happy and proud to promote Amanda Bruse to Black Belt. Amanda has been training for 6 years, she has a very good game both gi and no-gi, and now she is starting a new journey as a black belt. Congratulations, Amanda!

  • Belt Promotion Black Belt 3rd Degree - Josh Hinger

    Watch Atos HQ black belt Josh Hinger getting promoted to black belt 3rd degree.

    Josh Hinger received his black belt from Andre Galvao in December 2013. He is a 4x IBJJF Black Belt World No-Gi Champion; a 2x IBJJF Black Belt American Nationals Champion (double-gold) and an ADCC West Coast Trials...