News — jiu-jitsu athlete

Meet Joao Ribeiro, Brazilian jiu-jitsu athlete and champion. For the last five years, Joao has been training full time at GFTeam Florida----three times a day during the week and once on weekends. For strength and conditioning, he also does CrossFit.    "I've learned that dedication, consistency, hard work, and even sacrifice are important to be successful through this sport. Loyalty is a big deal to me and, in my sport especially, being loyal to a team and to those who help you." His hard work has paid off, as his titles include: 2x Pan American Champion, 2x National Champion, Worlds Championship...