Olympic jiu-jitsu athlete Amit Elor released a video urging individuals targeted by Melqui Galvao to come forward with information. The statements follow Galvao's arrest in Manaus related to alleged misconduct involving a 17-year-old and other minors.

Diogo Reis leaves Melqui Galvao’s BJJ College following disturbing abuse allegations against Melqui Galvao, stating the need to align with his principles. Mica Galvao announces a rebrand to Mika Jiu-Jitsu, signaling a new phase for the team under his leadership.

The article previews a Winter Camp 2026 session titled 'Being low: Approach to pass open guard' with Severin Zemp. It categorizes the content as an instructional on guard passing.

The article spotlights standout blue belt performances at the 2026 Brasileiro Grand Slam, highlighting multiple rising competitors who claimed titles and medals. It profiles athletes such as Juliana Cidade, Johnny Anderson, Karol Deleprani, and others, underscoring the depth of blue belt talent.

The article provides coverage of the 2026 CBJJ Brazilian Nationals results. It notes the event took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil, at the Ginásio Poliesportivo José Correa in Barueri.

Brenda Larissa, a top competitor from the Melqui Galvao academy, has publicly accused Galvao of abuse spanning 14 years starting when she was 12. The allegations follow Galvao's arrest in Brazil and describe efforts to hide the abuse from his wife and other victims.

The Main Character Jiu-Jitsu Invitational delivered its best show yet on May 3, 2026, with a stacked card and several title fights. The event crowned new champions across multiple weight classes, including Tajik as middleweight champion and Bruse as bantamweight champion.

ONE Championship announced the Inner Circle card for May 8 at Lumpinee Stadium, featuring Muay Thai and a bantamweight submission grappling bout. The lineup includes Adam Sor Dechapan vs Enzo Clarisse, Rifdean Masdor vs Petkiattisak O Sansuk, and Rodrigo Marello vs Daiki Yonekura.

Jillian Peterson, a 43-year-old black belt and gym owner in Philadelphia, shares 13 years in BJJ, solo travel experiences, and favorite Globetrotters camps in Tallinn and Lisbon. She highlights culture and food as motivators for travel and recalls a memorable charity kickboxing match in Bali after which Alistair Overeem commented on her performance.

The IBJJF Brazilian National Championship (Brasileiro) 2026 took place from April 24 to May 3 in Sao Paulo, featuring winners across multiple divisions. The article lists champions across men’s and women’s divisions, including Italo Almeida, Rerisson Gabriel, Gabrieli Pessanha, Elisabeth Clay, Yara Soares, and more.