Training Experience :
Specialty : BJJ

A perpetual student, Gustavo joined Dynamix in 2015 to continue and expand upon his already extensive combat sports education. Gustavo received the second degree on his blackbelt in 2017. He uses his technical diversity and vast experience to coach students of all levels. Known for his friendly personality and patient demeanor, Gustavo Gasperin is an excellent representative of the team—possessing all the qualities of a high-level instructor. 

Born: Curitiba, Brazil.

Started training: BJJ in 1997, Curitiba, Brazil; trained Muay Thai, Karate, Judo and Capoeira before that. 

Accomplishments: Gustavo Gasperin was promoted to Black Belt in 2010 by UFC and BJJ World Champion Fabricio Werdum. Besides his impressive resume of 1st place finishes, he has placed in 16 other BJJ Championship tournaments between 2007 and 2016.

  • Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Fabricio Werdum
  • 3x IBJJF Masters World Champion.
  • Bachelor of Physical Education
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • 2009 World No-Gi Championship – 1st place
  • 2010 American National Championship – 1st place
  • 2010 World No-Gi Championship – 1st place
  • 2011 American National No-Gi Championship – 1st place
  • 2011 American National Championship – 1st place
  • 2011 World No-Gi Championship – 1st place
  • 2012 Long Beach International Open – 1st place
  • 2012 American National Championship – 1st place
  • 2012 American National No-Gi Championship – 1st place
  • 2013 American National Championship – 1st place
  • 2014 American National No-Gi Championship – 1st place

In his own words: “I want to keep improving my Jiu Jitsu through training, studying, and competing so I can help our students to improve their game. Also, improve my teaching skills. What I like most about teaching is seeing the students improving with my teachings, seeing them getting better, it brings great joy and a sense of accomplishment. I had low self-esteem and low confidence before I started jiu jitsu, and jiu jitsu helped me to overcome that over the years.”

Hobbies: He likes to surf, work out, and play with his daughter.

Goals: to keep improving my Jiu Jitsu through training, study, and competition so I can help our students to improve their game. Also improve my teaching skills.

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