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It's crazy to see how kids are evolving in the Jiu-Jitsu community. It's not hard to spot the ones with amazing technique and well-rounded game throughout the many tournaments each year. MOYA Brand definitely found a gem within the youngsters, Anaya Falcon. She is an 11-year-old orange-white belt training out of Checkmat La Habra under Pati Fontes. She was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5 years ago by her father (David Falcon) when he came across a Gracie Barra academy (Anaya's …

Women have been making a stand in the martial arts world. We're proud to announce that one of our very own was the main event at the most recent Invicta FC, an ALL female fighting organization. Alexa Grasso was chosen to fight against Jodie Esquibel in Kansas City this past 29th of July. After 3, 5-minute rounds, Alexa won by unanimous decision. She said that she had a very tough opponent, but that she felt great responsibility fighting in the main event so she held nothing back. After all, she …

From Tijuana, Mexico, comes a 25-year-old competitor who dedicates a great amount of hard work towards Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His name is Fernando Amado, but he goes by the name "Fer Ji." He trains regularly at the Entram Academy in Tijuana, Mexico, and also trains 2 days a week at the Atos HQ academy in San Diego. Fer Ji started off doing MMA, but then went on to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has been in it for 3 years now in the gi. He trains in the gi 2 times a day, enjoying doing leg d …

The Rodrigo Freitas Jiu-Jitsu Academy was packed with students on July 2, 2016. As soon as Ian Sanders saw the photographer there, that's when he thought something big was about to happen. He wasn't wrong, because a black belt was waiting for him that day. Ian initially started training to get in shape, get healthy, and also because according to Ian, "my brother used to kick my ass when I was little." 6 years later, he is now a proud black belt. After winning gold at last year …

A whole new journey is about to commence. On June 18, 2016, Cobrinha promoted our very own Rehan Muttalib to become the newest brown belt in the game. Although he wished for this to happen, Rehan was still caught by surprise, knowing how high Cobrinha's standards are. He received his purple belt on October of 2012, but had to stop training in 2013 to focus on attending medical school. He decided to get back into training about a year ago. When he achieved his brown belt, it was a d …

Multi IBJJF Champion Rolando Samson is on the road again this summer, this time making his debut in Canada.  On June 17, 2016 at 5PM, you can catch him at the MMA University Academy in Calgary, Alberta, hosting another unforgettable seminar that will cover extensive information on passing and finishing your opponent for high-level competition or for valuable training. Tickets for this can be purchased online at https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=45182&ses …

Pro Surfer & BJJ Purple Belt Eli Olson (North Shore, Oahu) has been making a name for himself not only as the "pipe guy," but also hitting solid barrels on a worldwide scale.   Known for riding large waves, Eli is also a solid BJJ Purple Belt from Sunset BJJ (North Shore, Oahu).  Eli credits his Jiu Jitsu skills to surf and his surf skills to BJJ, a true balance that compliment both sports. Recently Eli headed up our BJJ Gi Care Instructions Campaign, a campaign to max …

Pro Surfer Bobby Martinez - Surf, Fight, Train 2015! VideoCheck out the homie Professional Surfer Bobby Martinez, as he talks about how he began his Jiu Jitsu Journey after competitive surf. For those who do not know Bobby Martinez, Bobby is from Santa Barbara, CA and Surfed On the Pro Surf Tour for 6 years before his official retirement, always one to speak his mind and never one to cower, goofy foot (Surfing with the left foot on the back of board (less common than regular foot). …

Inspiring Video on A Day in the Life of the most exciting Purplebelt in the Game: Rolando Samson - Atos BJJ - San Diego, CA.  Check out the video as Rolando prepares for Pan Ams and Mid-terms during the same week! Looking for high quality  BJJ Gis? Be sure to check out our shop! …

MOYA Brand Fam Rolando Samson has been on a tear since being promoted on the podium by World Champion and Mentor Andre Galvao - ATOS BJJ.  Rolando Samson splashed onto the scene first winning IBJJF American Nationals, ADCC Ticket (second time, first as a blue belt, then as purple belt), IBJJF Houston Open, securing the Gold at the No Gi Worlds (IBJJF) and mostly recently winning a cool 5k at the WPJJC ABU DHABI!Check out Rolando Samson end of year HL featuring his freshmen year in the Purpl …