Marcio Andre - The Head Instructor of Marcio Andre BJJ Academy

1. Marcio Andre’s Details

2. Marcio Andre’s Biography

Marcio Andre was born in Bangu, Brazil on 19 October 1994. He is one of the best grapplers of his generation who earned a great name in his color belt division. Marcio Andre is now running his own BJJ academy in Arizona where he is transferring his knowledge to those who want to learn and are passionate about BJJ.   

2.1. First Introduction to Jiu-Jitsu

Marcio Andre started his Jiu-Jitsu journey at the age of ten. Unfortunately, Andre became an orphan at the age of two when his father was murdered. His mother brought him up as a single parent. Due to the lack of supervision of his father, Marcio started to sit in mixed company.

At that time, a social project that was run in Bangu by Nova Uniao took him to a Jiu-Jitsu academy. This was the first time Marcio saw a purpose in his life. At that time, Marcio decided to dedicate his full attention and time to Jiu-Jitsu.     

2.2. First BJJ Coach of Fabio Andradeç

In his first Jiu-Jitsu academy Marcio was taken along with other street boys, and he met Fabio Andrade as his first coach. Fabio Andrade was the head instructor at Nova Uniao Bangu. Marcio started his training with the future legends of grappling including Isaque Bahiense, Kauê Damasceno, and Iris Batista.  

2.3. Marcio Suffered a Great Loss of His Mother’s Death

Marcio Andre was very close to her mother, Andreia who brought him up without a husband. When Andre turned 17, she passed away leaving him alone in the world. This was the biggest loss Marcio ever suffered from. He expressed:

“I lost my mother at 17, and that was the biggest defeat I have ever suffered.”

After that great agony, he was completely cut off from Jiu-Jitsu. Then his well-wishers including his coach Fabio Andrade, his friends, and his girlfriend supported him and made him rejoin Jiu-Jitsu.

2.4. Marcio’s BJJ Pro Combats

Promoted to Black Belt

Marcio was honored to be the best grappler of his generation in his color-best division. Marcio Andre received all his Belts from the same coach. After his great performance in the color belt division, his coach Fabio Andrade promoted him to Black Belt. He achieved this honor when he became the World Champion in 2014 as a Brown Belt.  

Little Marcio Trained with Adults

It was the childhood dream of Marcio to become the best. He requested his coach to allow him to train with adults. On his insistence, his coach allowed him on one condition that he would not cry. He started training with Yellow Belts and Orange Belts. After some time, Marcio became a warrior who was continuously taking substantial strides to become the best and achieve the Black Belt.     

Marcio’s Motivation for Jiu-Jitsu

Marcio Andre loved to train Jiu-Jitsu. Grappling became his passion. He wanted to become the best in this combat sport. He said in an interview that if he can train the whole day, he will. According to him, a champion must be dedicated, motivated, challenging, and determined. He is also very thankful to God for his achievements as he believes that all the success he has is the plan of God.

Rubens Cobrinha, Marcio’s Inspiration

Marcio is very much inspired by various fighters who worked hard for the achievements they have. But the most favorite personality of Mracio Andre is Rubens Cobrinha.

“I grew up watching Rubens fighting. He is my idol.”
(Marcio Andre)

Marcio’s Future Plans

Marcio Andre is still working on his Jiu-Jitsu game. After achieving the World Champion title at every belt level, Marcio is now working hard to be inducted into the Jiu-Jitsu Hall of Fame. 

Best Grappler of his Generation

After winning the major championships in 2010 and 2011, Marcio Andre came into the spotlight. His coach became the best coach for junior fighters. Mainstream BJJ media covered them both and mentioned Andre as the best grappler of his generation. He became famous as a grappler who started with a humble background and achieved a place in the top Black Belts.   

Six-Times World Champion

Marcio Andre is honored to become the IBJJF World Champion at every belt level. He is six times World Champion. He achieved his first world title at the Blue Belt level in 2011. At the Purple Belt level, he achieved two world championships in 2012 and 2013.

At the Brown Belt level, he became World Champion in both Gi and No-Gi tournaments. After receiving Black Belt, again achieved the title of the World Champion in the No-Gi tournament in 2016.   

Head Instructor of Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

Marcio Andre moved to Tempe Arizona when he was 22 years old. He started his coaching career there. He started coaching at Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy. In 2019, he started his own Jiu-Jitsu academy.

Now Marcio Andre is the head instructor of Marcio Andre Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy. This institution is considered the best local academy for Martial Arts and offers training for competitors of every age group including kids, teens, and adults.   

3. Marcio Andre’s Historic Fights

3.1. Marcio Andre Vs. Paulo Miyao

This bout was the clash of the year. Marcio Andre from Rio de Janeiro faced the unbeatable force of Paulo Miyao of Sao Paulo in the 2016 European Open. Both showed in the blue Gi wearing green and yellow belts. Miyao brothers have a respectable reputation in the whole BJJ community that needs no introduction. Andre is famous for his “Attacking and aggressive” fighting style.

Both competitors actively engaged from the start of the match. Rolling, sweeping, and transitioning from one position to another. Paulo showcased the elite top game and used pressure passing in the best way possible.

Miyao crawled his way from the top position to the side position, controlling the lower and upper body of Andre with both hands and restricting his movements.

Half time has passed and Miyao is still on top and Andre is in the bottom position with one advantage point.

Now Paulo Miyao is on the ground and Andre is in the top position. Throughout the fight, both competitors engaged with each other, attacked consistently, defended skilfully, and retained the attention of the audience.

Dramatically, 10 seconds before the end of the match Miyao also scored an advantage point, and the time ended. It was such a competitive match that the whole arena went quiet and it seemed that Miyao put in an equal amount but the referee's decision made Andre claim his featherweight gold. 

3.2. Marcio Andre Vs. Daniel Diniz

Marcio Andre faced Daniel Diniz in the final of the Phoenix Open 2022. Diniz started the fight by pulling a very aggressive guard.

For the first four minutes, Daniel continued his aggressive game plan and Andre defended from the bottom position. Finally, Andre got the back of Diniz and submitted him by the Collar Choke.

3.3. Marcio Andre Vs. Daniel Diniz

Marcio Andre faced Marcus Wilson in the final of the Denver Fall Open 2018. Marcio was super active in this match and overcame Marcus Wilson from the initial minutes. At the start of the game, both fighters were energetic.

Marcus took down Marcio and secured the top position. Marcio reversed the position rapidly and showcased a fantastic takedown and scored consecutive two and four points for a takedown and full mount respectively.

Marcio strangled the lapel of his Gi from the back and put pressure on the side and took the side control position. He scored another three points for side control. In the next few minutes, Marcio again scored three and two points for side control and takedown respectively.

In the complete match, Marcio did not leave his top position. At the end of the match, Marcio submitted Marcus with an Armbar.

4. Marcio Andre’s Main Achievements

4.1. Marcio’s Achievements in International Tournaments

Years	Events	Weight Division
2010	CBJJ Brazilian Juvenile Teams Championship	N/A
2011	IBJJF World Championship	Light Featherweight
2011	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	N/A
2012	IBJJF World Championship	Featherweight
2012	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	N/A
2013	IBJJF World Championship	Featherweight
2013	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	N/A
2013	IBJJF World Championship No-Gi	Featherweight
2013	IBJJF Pan Championship	Featherweight
2013	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	N/A
2013	IBJJF European Open	Lightweight
2014	IBJJF World Championship	Featherweight
2014	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	N/A
2014	IBJJF European Open	N/A
2015	IBJJF European Open	70kg
2016	IBJJF World Championship No-Gi	73kg
2016	IBJJF European Open	70kg
2016	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	69kg
2017	ACBJJ 7 LW Grand Prix No-Gi	75kg
2018	IBJJF European Open	70kg
2022	IBJJF American Nationals	82kg
2023	IBJJF Pan Championship	70kg

4.2. Marcio’s Achievements as Black Belt

Year	Event	Belt	Position
2015	IBJJF European Open	Black Belt	1st
2016	IBJJF World Championship No-Gi	Black Belt	1st
2016	IBJJF European Open	Black Belt	1st
2016	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	Black Belt	1st
2016	IBJJF World Championship	Black Belt	2nd
2016	IBJJF Pan Championship	Black Belt	3rd
2017	ACBJJ 7 LW Grand Prix No-Gi	Black Belt	1st
2017	IBJJF Pan Championship	Black Belt	2nd
2017	ACBJJ LW Grand Prix	Black Belt	2nd
2017	IBJJF World Championship	Black Belt	3rd
2018	IBJJF European Open	Black Belt	1st
2018	IBJJF World Championship No-Gi	Black Belt	2nd
2018	IBJJF World Championship	Black Belt	3rd
2019	IBJJF World Championship	Black Belt	2nd
2020	UAEJJF Grand Slam, MIA	Black Belt	3rd
2022	IBJJF American Nationals	Black Belt	1st
2022	IBJJF European Open	Black Belt	3rd
2023	IBJJF Pan Championship	Black Belt	1st

4.3. Marcio’s Achievements as Colored Belt 

Year	Event	Belt	Position
2010	CBJJ Brazilian Juvenile Teams Championship	Blue Belt	1st
2011	IBJJF World Championship	Blue Belt	1st
2011	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	Blue Belt	1st
2012	IBJJF World Championship	Purple Belt	1st
2012	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	Purple Belt	1st
2013	IBJJF World Championship	Purple Belt	1st
2013	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	Purple Belt	1st
2013	IBJJF Pan Championship	Purple Belt	1st
2013	CBJJ Brazilian Nationals	Purple Belt	1st
2013	IBJJF European Open	Purple Belt	1st
2013	IBJJF World Championship No-Gi	Brown Belt	1st
2014	IBJJF World Championship	Brown Belt	1st
2014	UAEJJF Abu Dhabi Pro	Brown Belt	1st
2014	IBJJF European Open	Brown Belt	1st

5. Marcio Andre’s Professional Record Breakdown

5.1. Professional Record Breakdown

125 Matches	94 Wins	31 Losses
By Points	46	9
By Advantages	16	2
By Submission	21	8
By Decision	10	12
By Penalties	0	0
By DQ	1	0

5.2. Marcio Andre’s Method of Submission

Method	21 Wins	8 Losses
Bow and Arrow	4	0
Cross Choke	3	0
Triangle	1	1
Toe Hold	1	0
Triangle Armbar	1	0
Choke from Back	4	0
Armbar	3	1
Kimura	1	0
Kneebar	1	1
RNC	1	1
Submission	1	0
Choke	0	1
Inside Heel Lock	0	1
Loop Choke	0	1
Armlock	0	1

6. Marcio Andre’s Fight History

7. Marcio Andre’s Top Fight Links

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