MATT FALAVINHA
Matthew Falavinha, commonly known in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world by his last name “Falavinha”, is our Head Coach.
With a decade of experience under his belt, seven of which were spent under the mentorship of Bruno “Tank Mendes, he has become a dedicated brown belt and instructor for Soul Fighters HQ along side Igor Paiva. He is venturing off to bring Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the town he calls his home of Aubrey, TX.
Head Coach & Owner
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MATT FALAVINHA
Growing up in New Orleans, Jiu-Jitsu was his way out of bad influence amongst his peers in his teenage years. As many will say, Jiu-Jitsu saved his life. Falavinha’s journey includes multiple medals at IBJJF Opens, 2022 IBJJF No Gi Pans Bronze Medalist and 2021 IBJJF American National Bronze Medalist. Falavinha aspires to inspire and empower others to embrace growth and unlock their true potential.
Get to know coach and join him on this empowering journey. He encourages individuals to step onto the mat and embark on the journey of self-discovery and personal growth!
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BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU IS MUCH MORE
THAN A MARTIAL ART...
It is a transformative journey that can inspire and empower individuals to embrace growth and unlock their true potential.
As practitioners immerse themselves in the intricacies of this grappling discipline, they learn valuable life lessons about perseverance, adaptability, and humility.
Through rigorous training, they face countless challenges, and with each setback, they find the determination to rise stronger. BJJ instills a sense of community and support among practitioners, encouraging them to collaborate and learn from one another, transcending the confines of the gym into their daily lives.
As they witness their progression on the mats, they start to believe in their ability to overcome obstacles outside the training room, fueling a newfound confidence that extends beyond self-defense techniques.
By embracing BJJ’s principles, individuals begin to appreciate the beauty of continuous growth and self-improvement, allowing them to unleash their full potential in all aspects of life.
