Who we are

GABRIEL NAPÃO GONZAGA

Gabriel Gonzaga is a combat sports icon.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • 6th Degree Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu

  • 2th Degree Black Belt in Judo

  • Judo World Champion - Masters Division 2024

  •  World Masters Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion 2023

  • World Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion - Adult 2006

  • Brazilian National Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion - Adult few times

Back in the day He fought for the belt on UFC

Best known for his earth-shaking victory at UFC 70, Gabriel's true passion lies in the technical mastery of the mats. With over 30 years of experience, he brings a level of technical precision and practical knowledge that is unmatched in New England.

Former UFC Heavyweight Fighter

6th-Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt | Head Coach

Gabriel Gonzaga is a former UFC heavyweight fighter and internationally respected Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor. With over ten years competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts, Gabriel is known for his elite grappling, submission expertise, and strategic fight IQ.

As Head Coach, he focuses on developing well-rounded martial artists through structured fundamentals, advanced techniques, and competition-ready training. His coaching philosophy blends high-level performance with discipline, confidence, and long-term growth.

Specialties:

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi & No-Gi)

  • MMA & self-defense

  • Competition training

  • Athlete development

Luis Soto

Luis Soto began his training in 1991 under the late Shinan Antonio Periera, studying the martial art of Miyama Ryu Ju-Jitsu and Judo in the Bronx, New York. In 1998, Luis moved to Massachusetts to attend Holy Cross College. He continued his training at the Worcester Judo Club, in Worcester MA. Luis holds a 6th-degree black belt in Ju-Jitsu and a 4th-degree black belt in Judo. Luis is a continental-level coach certified with USA Judo. He has had the privilege of training with or competing against some of the top Judo athletes in the country today. Luis received a BA from College of the Holy Cross.st.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • 6th Degree Black Belt in Ju-Jitsu

  • 4th Degree Black Belt in Judo

  • Judo National Champion - Masters Division

  • 5th in the World Masters Judo

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