Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor Carlos Terrinha, head instructor of Terrinha Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a native of Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Mr. Terrinha began his Jiu-Jitsu training 15 years ago receiving his black belt from the internationally recognized Vinicius 'Draculino' Magalhaes from Gracie Barra.

Mr. Terrinha is very experienced in BJJ competitions and Submission Wrestling, and is an active athlete in the sport today. He is a three time Brazilian Champion [Braz. League], BJJ World Champion [2000] and Brazilian Team Competition Champion. He also holds titles such as Pan American Champion & 2nd Place Absolute Division [Orlando, 2001], Rio vs Minas Challenge Champion, three time Pit-Bull Tournament Champion [Rio de Janeiro] and is a repeated state champion is his home state of Minas Gerais.

Today, more than ever, he continues contributing to the growth of the sport by teaching the techniques of Gracie Jiu itsu in the United States. Milford, Massachusetts is the home of Terrinha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the fast growing Terrinha Draculino Competition Team.

*FULL LIST OF TITLES*

Pan American Championship

2001 - 1st place (leve) and 2nd place (absoluto)

2004 - 1st place

2005 - 1st place (middle)

2006 - 2nd place (open class) 3rd place

Brazil

2001 - 3rd place (Brasileiro Em Equipes)

2002 - 2nd place (Brasileiro Em Equipes)

World Masters

2000 - 1st place (leve)

2002 - 3rd place

2004 - New York Champion

2005 - 2nd place - New York

2006 - Super Fight Champion - Pennsylvania