Samuel Braga

Samuel Braga is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt competitor, instructor, and academy owner. He is a ten-time world champion and a prominent member of the Gracie Barra competition team. Braga was promoted to black belt in 2005 under Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhães and is considered one of the most successful competitors to emerge from Gracie Barra Belo Horizonte.

Early life Braga was born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. He began training in martial arts at a young age and developed a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu during his teenage years. His early instruction came under Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhães, one of the founders of Gracie Barra Belo Horizonte, who would later award him his black belt.

Achievements

1st Place IBJJF World Championship (2005 / 2008 / 2010 ) 1st Place IBJJF World No-Gi Championship (2007 / 2016 Master 1 ) 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship (2007 / 2009 ) 2nd Place IBJJF Pans Championship (2008 ) 3rd Place IBJJF World Championship (2006 / 2011 )

Legacy Samuel Braga is regarded as one of the most accomplished competitors to represent Gracie Barra internationally. Beyond his competitive career, he has had a lasting influence as a teacher, helping to expand the reach of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the southeastern United States. His contributions to the sport include both his championship victories and his role in developing a new generation of athletes through his academies.