It was a huge honor to have been able to see Professor Roberto “Gordo” Correa (BJJ Black Belt 6th Degree)(originator of the half-guard) this weekend at our friends at Connection Rio BJJ located in Bend, Oregon.

Both Professor Babalu Sobral and Professor Dennis Asche trained under Professor Gordo while in Brazil almost 15 years ago. Both instructors are also members of Professor Gordo’s Association.

It is a privilege to have a shared lineage and family event to come together for a day of Jiu-Jitsu with a legend in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.