Baiana Santos is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and educator sharing her vast knowledge of technical skills, spirit, and wisdom, that she has gained from years of dedication both on the mat and in life.
With a passion for BJJ that began in 2012, Baiana has achieved remarkable success in the sport, winning prestigious competitions like the IBJJF European Championship, IBJJF Asian Championship, IBJJF Masters Asia Championship, IBJJF Tokyo Open, and IBJJF Seoul Open.
Baiana brings her wealth of experience and competition insights to our mats, offering our students unmatched guidance and inspiration. She’s taken on a new challenge by transitioning into education, finding immense joy in teaching and inspiring young minds. Her journey in BJJ, coupled with her dedication to education, shows her commitment to continuous growth and learning.
As a devoted mother of three, Baiana believes that motherhood should never be a barrier to pursuing one’s dreams. Being a mom doesn’t mean you have to put your dreams on hold. Her story is a testament to the incredible things you can achieve when you put your heart, mind, and effort into something. Baiana shares not just her technical skills but also the spirit, wisdom, she’s gained from years of dedication both on the mats and in life.