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World Champion Now Teaching in Mesa

by East West MMA March 28, 2011
written by East West MMA March 28, 2011

jiu-jitsu world championCarlos Eduardo Farias, from Fortaleza, Brazil, is now teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at East West MMA, located on the corner of Power and McDowell roads.

Professor Carlos, as his students affectionately know him, brings more than 15 years experience in training and competing to East West MMA. Coach Carlos came to the United States from Fortaleza, where he studied Jiu-Jitsu under professors Guillherme Santos and Sazinho, top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu masters in Brazil.

Professor Carlos also sports a winning MMA professional record. He received his Jiu-Jitsu black belt from MMA veteran Roberto Spider Traven. Master Traven, a fifth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, is the 1999 Abu Dhabi Absolute Champion and two-time World Jiu-Jitsu Champion. Under Traven’s instruction, Coach Carlos has earned multiple titles in Brazil and a variety of United States and World titles. These titles include:

  • Arizona State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship

  • NAGA Mr. Olympia Tournament Champion

  • International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation World Championship

  • First Place Black Belt Ultra Heavyweight Division No-Gi

  • Third Place Black Belt Absolute Division No-Gi

  • Pan Jiu-Jitsu Championship

  • First Place Black Belt Absolute Division

  • Third Place Black Belt Ultra Heavyweight Division

  • 2011 Arizona State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship

  • 2011 NAGA Grappling Champion

In addition to competing, Carlos’ passion for teaching is unparalleled. The students of Professor Carlos range in age from 6 to 60. Through the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, he is dedicated to teaching the values of honor, humility and respect for all.

Along with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, East West MMA offers class for adults and children in karate, MMA, self-defense and fitness classes. East West MMA has morning and evening classes, with classes to meet everyone’s needs and schedules. East West MMA has a staff of highly trained, educated, enthusiastic and talented instructors.

If you would like to find out more about East West MMA, or if you want to come by and meet Professor Carlos or any of the staff, give them a call at (480) 218-7777, or drop by 2910 N. Power Road, next to Bashas’. You also can visit the Web site at www.eastwestmma.com.

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