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Ana Carolina Vieira Srour - The Top Notch BJJ Athlete

Ana Carolina Vieira Srour - The Top Notch BJJ Athlete

1. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Details

Ana Carolina Vieira’s Details
Name Ana Carolina Vieira Srour
Nickname Baby and Carol
Born Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of Birth 19 November 1993
Nationality Brazilian
Last Fight N/A
Weight Class Welterweight
Last Weigh-in N/A
Height (5 ft 7 in) 1.70 m
College/ University N/A
Career Disclosed Earnings $0 USD
Fought out of N/A
Net worth $0
Favorite Play Technique Toreando Guard Pass/ Knee Slide
Foundational style N/A
Rank Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Black Belt
Awarded by Julio Cesar Pereira,
Head Coach Julio Cesar Pereira
Lineage Luis France -> Oswaldo Fadda -> Monir Salomão -> Julio Cesar -> Ana Carolina Vieira
Team/Association GF Team
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2. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Biography

Ana Carolina Vieira Srour was born on November 19, 1993, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Sometimes, she is also known as Baby or Carol. She is one of the most popular female fighters in the middleweight division. She is the younger sister of the famous Rodolfo Vieira who is known for his grappling style. Vieira participated extensively inBJJ tournaments. Over the years, she has won three IBJJF Gi World Championships and made a name for herself in the competitive No-Gi world. In 2016, she received her BJJ black belt from Julio Cesar.

3. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Early Life & Amateur Fighting

3.1. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Love for Gymnastics

Ana Carolina was not initially interested in martial arts at a young age, even though her brother was a prominent athlete. Anna wanted to be a gymnast. She was passionate and searched for gymnastics clubs to train in the sport, but couldn’t find any gymnastics club near her house. Srour couldn’t fulfill her dream of becoming a gymnast.

3.2. The Beginning of Capoeira & Jiu-Jitsu Training

When she realized that pursuing a career in gymnastics was not an option, Srour decided to train in capoeira (a Brazilian martial art that combines the elements of dance, music, and acrobats). After a short period, at the age of 14, she incorporated jiu-jitsu training into her schedule.

3.3. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Quits Jiu-Jitsu Training

Srour’s interest in jiu-jitsu grew from the first training class. She developed a passion to learn new BJJ techniques and wanted to polish her grappling skills. However, the lack of female trainers and students in her class prevented her from fully enjoying the learning process. Moreover, the injuries and different scars embarrassed her so much that she left the academy. She took a break for some time and started watching her brother’s training and practices, developing more interest in jiu-jitsu. Her family also supported and encouraged her.

3.4. Return to the Mats

When she was 17, Srour went with her family to watch her brother, Rodolfo Vieira, fight at a local BJJ event. After seeing the family’s endless support for her brother, she gained motivation and started thinking about resuming jiu-jitsu training. As a result, Srour returned to the mats and found much-needed guidance in her first coach, Gabriel Marinho.

3.5. A Remarkable Juvenile Victory

Marinho trained Srour well and urged her to participate in the Abu Dhabi World Pro Trials in 2012. At this point, Srour had just received her blue belt, but she hesitated to compete as the tournament seemed too tough. However, her brother and family supported her so she agreed to compete. She won the first four matches - three by submission - and reached the finals to fight against an intimidating opponent, Monique Elias.

3.6. Professional Jiu-Jitsu Training

Winning in Brazil boosted Srour’s confidence and career. She decided to become a professional jiu-jitsu athlete and began training at the headquarters of Grappling Fight Team Jiu-Jitsu Academy (GFT). There she met Julio Cesar, the head instructor of the team. Later, she also trained with the SK2 training coach, Luiz Fernando.

GFT’s female team became prominent because of Ana’s performance. She won many international tournaments including three IBJJF World Championships. She received her black jiu-jitsu belt in June 2016.

At the GFT academy, Ana Carolina not only found excellent mentorship but also great camaraderie. She drew inspiration from fellow grapplers such as Vanessa Oliveira, Nadia Melo, Mayssa Bastos, Thamires Aquinos, and Amanda Monteiro.

3.7. Ana Caroline Vieira’s Pro BJJ Combat

Black Belt Achievement

Srour started her professional BJJ career after winning the Abu Dhabi World Pro Trials in Gramado, Brazil in 2012. She became confident and motivated. Anna started training more with GFT Academy’s instructors.

In June 2016, Master Julio Cesar Pereira deemed Ana Carolina worthy of a black belt and awarded her himself.

World-famous GF Team

She followed the GF team that was trained by Julio Cesar. This team became more popular after Anna achieved higher-ranked belts and gold medals. This team includes popular athletes such as Mayssa Bastos, Vanessa Oliveira, Thamires Aquino, Nadia Melo, Amanda Monteiro, and a few others.

IBJJF World Championship

In 2012, Ana Carolina competed in the IBJJF World Championship for the first time and won the gold medal. One victory led to another, and Srour managed to bag gold medals in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. In 2018 and 2021, she secured 3rd place on the podium and received bronze medals.

4. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Historic Fights

Ana Carolina Vieira VS Elisabeth Clay


In the 2021 Pan Championship, Ana Carolina Vieira Srour faced Elisabeth Clay in the final. Elisabeth Clay was a fresh black belt while Ana had been a black belt holder since 2016. Anna Carolina was confident that she would easily dominate her opponent.

In the final 20 seconds, Srour grabbed Clay’s gi collar and pushed her down on her knees. Carolina maintained control by pinning her opponent to the ground and immobilizing her. In the end, Carolina won the match and claimed the fourth world title at the black belt level.

Event Opponent W/L/D Method Stage Weight Class Location
Pan Championship 2021 Elisabeth Clay Win other Final Medium-hheavyweight California

Ana Carolina Vieira Srour VS Luiza Monteiro


Anna Carolina Vieira Srour competed with Luiza Monteiro in 2019 World Championship. It was a tough fight as Monteiro was a strong Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor. Both competitors fought with full strength, but Anna won the match by six points.

Event Opponent W/L/D Method Stage Weight Class Location
2019 World Championship Luiza Monteiro Win Other Quarterfinal Absolute Long Beach California

Ana Carolina Vieira Srour vs Raquel Canuto


In 2018, Anna Carolina fought against Raquel Canuto in the IBJJFWorld Finals. It was a highly-anticipated middleweight bout. In the concluding minutes, Carolina already had the lead by five points. In a desperate attempt to win, Canuto attempted an unsuccessful guard that Srour managed to pass. Srour then proceeded to attempt an arm in Ezekiel choke and subdued her opponent to claim the title. After a lot of struggles, she won the 2018 Woman’s Middleweight World Championship. 

Event Opponent W/L/D Method Stage Weight Class Location
World Championship 2018 Raquel Canuto Win Ezekiel Finals Middleweight Long Beach, California

4.1. Future Plans

Carolina is 27 years old now and is not retired yet. She is still competing in many championships and has a bright future ahead. She is working on making videos to provide tips on jiu-jitsu techniques. She has opened a jiu-jitsu academy, Aviv Jiu-Jitsu with her wife and BJJ black belt athlete Luanna Alzuguir.

5. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Championships & Accomplishment

National Championships

CBJJ Brazilian Nationals
Year Medals
2016 1 Gold Medal
2014 1 Gold Medal
2012 1 Gold Medal
2014 1 Silver Medal
2012 1 Bronze Medal
CBJJ Brazilian National Team Championship
Year Medals
2012 1 Gold Medal

International Championship

IBJJF PAN Championship
Year Medals
2021 1 Gold Medal
2021 1 Silver Medal
3CG Kumite 7 Grand Prix
Year Medals
2020 1 Gold Medal
IBJJF World Championship
Year Medals
2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 1 Gold Medal
2023 1 Bronze Medal
2018 1 Bronze Medal
2012 1 Bronze Medal
IBJJF World Championship No-Gi
Year Medals
2018 1 Gold Medal
UAEJJF Grand Slam, Rio de Janeiro
Year Medals
2016 1 Gold Medal

6. Records/Medals

  • IBJJF World Championship
  • IBJJF World Championship No-Gi
  • IBJJF PAN Championship
  • 3CG Kumite 7 Grand Prix
  • CBJJ Brazilian Nationals
  • UAEJJF Grand Slam, Rio de Janeiro
  • CBJJ Brazilian National Team Championship
  • CBJJ Brazilian Nationals

7. Ana Carolina Vieira’s Main Achievements (Belts)

Year Event Belt Position
2017, 2018, 2019 IBJJF World Championship Black 1st
2018 IBJJF World Championship No-Gi Black 1st
2021, 2023 IBJJF Pan Championship Black 1st
2020 3CG Kumite 7 Grand Prix Black 1st
2021, 2023 IBJJF PAN Championship Black 2nd
2018, 2023 IBJJF World Championship Black 3rd

 8. Ana Carolina Main Achievements ( Colored Belts)

Year Event Belt Position
2016 IBJJF World Championship Brown 1st
2014 IBJJF World Championship Purple 1st
2012 IBJJF world Championship Blue 1st
2016 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals Brown, Purple, blue 1st
2014 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals Purple 1st
2012 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals Blue 1st
2016 UAEJJF Grand Slam, Rio de Janeiro Brown 1st
2012 CBJJ Brazilian National Team Championship Blue 1st
2014 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals Purple 2nd
2012 IBJJF World Championship Blue 3rd
2012 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals Blue 3rd

9. Ana Carolina Professional Record Breakdown

Record Breakdown
49 Matches 40 Wins 9 Loss
Submission 12 0
Other 11 1
Points 9 2
Decision 6 3
Advantage 1 1
DQ 1 0
Penalty 0 1
Split Decision 0 1

9.1. Submission Methods W/L

Submission Method 5 Wins 0 Losses
Armlock 1 0
Ezekiel 1 0
Lapel Choke 1 0
Choke From the Back 1 0
Arm Triangle Choke 1 0

10. Ana Caroline Vieira Fight History

Year Event Opponent W/L/D Methods Weight Class
2021 2021 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Elisabeth Clay W Decision Medium Heavyweight
2021 2021 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Gabi Garcia L Penalty Absolute Division
2021 2021 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Fernanda Cristo W Advantage Medium Heavyweight
2021 2021 FloGrappling WNO Championship Amanda Loewen W Arm Triangle Choke Heavyweight
2021 2021 FloGrappling WNO Championship Kendall Marie Reusing L Decision Heavyweight
2021 2021 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Yara Soares L Points Absolute Division
2021 2021 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Chloe Mcnally W Points Medium Heavyweight
2021 2021 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Gabrieli Pessanha W Points Absolute Division
2021 2021 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Maria Malyjasiak W DQ Absolute Division
2021 2021 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Elisabeth Clay W Points Medium Heavyweight
2021 2021 FloGrappling Road to ADCC Elisabeth Clay W Points +60kgs
2021 Fight to Win 162 Rafaela Ribeiro Guedes L Decision N/A
2020 2020 Third Coast Grappling: KUMITE VII Luiza Montiero W Decision 160lbs
2020 2020 Third Coast Grappling: KUMITE VII Nathalie Ribeiro W Decision 160lbs
2020 2020 Third Coast Grappling: KUMITE VII Victoria Montrezor W Points 160lbs
2020 Fight to Win 143 Nathiely De Jesus L Split Decision Welterweight
2020 Sub Stars Vedha Toscano W Lapel Choke N/A
2019 2019 ADCC World Championships Gabi Garcia L Decision +60kgs
2019 2019 ADCC World Championships Amanda Leve W Other +60kgs
2019 2019 ADCC World Championships Tayane Porfirio L Points +60kgs
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Luiza Montiero W Other Absolute Division
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Beatriz Mesquita L Other Absolute Division
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Talita Nogueira W Other Absolute Division
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Jessica Swanson W Other Middleweight
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Hannette Staack W Other Middleweight
2019 2019 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Laurah Hallock W Other Middleweight
2019 Fight 2 Win 107 Luiza Montiero W Decision 145lbs
2019 2019 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Jessica Swanson W Other Middleweight
2019 2019 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Gabi Garcia L Advantage Absolute Division
2019 2019 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Gabriela Fechter W Other Absolute Division
2019 2019 Pan Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Laurah Hallock W Other Middleweight
2018 Black Belt CBD Invitational Luizia Monteiro W Points N/A
2018 Black Belt CBD Invitational Gabrielle McComb Lima W Points N/A
2018 Fight 2 Win Pro 87 Chelsah Lyons W Decision N/A
2018 2018 World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship Raquel Canuto W Ezekiel Middleweight
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi World Professional
Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Thamara Silva W Other 70kgs
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi World Professional
Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Jessica Swanson W Points 70kgs
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi World Professional
Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Yanelisa Reyes W Other 70kgs
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi World Professional
Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Florencia Diez Bayer W Other 70kgs
2018 Fight 2 Win Pro 68 Amanda Tubby Alequin W Decision Featherweight
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam London Thamara Silva W Other 70kgs
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam London Barbara Ruiken W Other 70kgs
2018 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam London Katherine Hill W Other 70kgs
2017 2017 World Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Monique Elias W Points Middleweight
2017 2017 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam London Samantha Cook W Other 70kgs
2017 2017 European Jiu-Jitsu IBJJF Championship Paivi Aittamaa W Choke From the Back Middleweight
2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Rio de Janeiro Renata Moreira W Other Light Heavyweight
2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Rio de Janeiro Talita Neves W Other Light Heavyweight
2013 FIVE Grappling California Invitational Pati Fontes W Armlock Absolute Division

11. Ana Carolina Top Fights (Video Links)

Ana Carolina Vieira - WNO Championship

Yara Soares v Ana Vieira / Pan Championship 2021

Ana Vieira v Gabrieli Pessanha / Pan Championship 2021

Ana Carolina Vieira VS Paivi Aittamaa / European championship 2017

Photo credit: @anacarolinavieir4

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