Atos Jiu-Jitsu

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Atos Jiu-Jitsu
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Date founded2008[1]
Country of originUS
Brazil
(until 2010)[2]
FounderRamon Lemos, Andre Galvão
Current headAndre Galvão
Arts taughtBrazilian jiu-jitsu, Grappling
Practitionerssee Notable members
Atos Jiu-Jitsu
Medal record
Representing File:Flag of the United States.svg United States
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
IBJJF World Jiu-Jitsu Championships (Gi)
Gold medal – first place 2018 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[3][4]
Gold medal – first place 2017 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[3][4]
Gold medal – first place 2014 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[3][4]
Gold medal – first place 2013 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[3][4]
Gold medal – first place 2012 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[3][4]
Silver medal – second place 2023 Long Beach, California Adult Male Team[5]
Bronze medal – third place 2021 Anaheim, California Adult Male Team[5]
Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Gold medal – first place 2020 Kissimmee, Florida Adult Team[5]
Gold medal – first place 2016 Irvine, California Adult Team[5]
Silver medal – second place 2024 Kissimmee, Florida Adult Team[5]
Bronze medal – third place 2022 Kissimmee, Florida Adult Team[5]
Grappling
IBJJF World No-Gi Championships
Gold medal – first place 2019 Anaheim, California Overall Team[5]
Gold medal – first place 2015 Long Beach, California Overall Team[5]
Silver medal – second place 2024 Las Vegas, Nevada Adult Male Team[6]
Bronze medal – third place 2022 Anaheim, California Adult Male Team[5]
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
IBJJF Kids and Juvenile Divisions
Gold medal – first place 2023 Long Beach, California Kids World Team[7]
Gold medal – first place 2022 Long Beach, California Kids World Team[7]
Gold medal – first place 2021 Anaheim, California Kids Pans Team[7]
Gold medal – first place 2020 Kissimmee, Florida Kids Pans Team[7]
Silver medal – second place 2024 Long Beach, California Kids World Team[5]
Bronze medal – third place 2023 Kissimmee, Florida Kids Pans Team[5]

Atos Jiu-Jitsu is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy and competition team started in 2008 by Ramon Lemos and Andre Galvão and headquartered in San Diego, California since 2010.

History

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In October 2008, after the decline of Brasa Academy, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu team to which they both belonged, Ramon Lemos and André Galvão decided to form a competition team with a strong moral foundation based on their Christian faith.[8] The word "Atos" is the Portuguese word for "acts" and is a reference the New Testament Acts of the Apostles.[8] Atos Jiu-Jitsu was established in Rio Claro, São Paulo, Brazil before moving to California in 2010.[2] The team led by multi-time world champion Galvão, quickly grew into one of the strongest teams in Jiu-Jitsu & submission grappling, winning quickly after its establishment 5 black belt World Jiu-Jitsu Championships and producing multiple champion athletes over the years.[1]

Atos came in 5th place in the IBJJF Top 10 Academy Rankings for the 2021/2022 season.[9] Atos Jiu-jitsu schools are present in over 20 countries worldwide.[2]

Atos won Team of the Year at the Jits Magazine BJJ Awards 2024.[10]

Academy and Training

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The Atos headquarters in San Diego, California, is recognized as one of the premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training facilities in the world. Under the leadership of André Galvão, the academy offers a variety of programs, including Gi and No-Gi classes, women’s-only classes, kids’ programs starting at age three, and competition training.[7] The academy is known for its structured curriculum, which emphasizes both foundational techniques and innovative strategies that have contributed to its competitive success.[11] Atos has also developed an online platform, Atos BJJ On Demand, providing access to over 12,000 hours of instructional content from Galvão and other world-class instructors.[11]

The team is credited with advancing modern Jiu-Jitsu through the development and popularization of techniques such as the 50/50 guard, the berimbolo, and the leg drag guard pass, particularly during its early years with lightweight competitors like the Mendes brothers.[1][12]

Worldwide Affiliates

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Since its founding, Atos Jiu-Jitsu has expanded globally, establishing affiliates in over 20 countries, including the United States, Brazil, Australia, Japan, the Philippines, France, and Guam, among others.[2][13] Notable affiliates include Atos Paris in France, led by black belt instructors affiliated with the Mendes brothers, and Atos Philippines, which has multiple branches such as Bohol Island Jiu-Jitsu and Forge Jiu-Jitsu in Cagayan de Oro.[14][15] The expansion reflects the team’s motto, “Together We Are Stronger,” emphasizing a tight-knit community despite its global reach.[16]

Team Championships

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Atos Jiu-Jitsu has established itself as a dominant force in team competitions, consistently achieving top placements in major Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments. Below are some of the team’s most notable championship victories:

  • IBJJF World Jiu-Jitsu Championships (Gi): Atos won the adult male team title in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2018, showcasing its dominance across multiple weight classes.[3][4]
  • IBJJF World No-Gi Championships: The team secured the overall team title in 2015 and 2019, demonstrating its versatility in submission grappling.[5]
  • IBJJF Pan-American Championships: Atos has claimed the team title multiple times, including in 2016 and 2020, reinforcing its reputation as a powerhouse in the sport.[5]
  • Kids and Juvenile Divisions: The Atos kids’ program has produced numerous champions, winning team titles at the IBJJF Kids Pans and Worlds events, establishing a strong foundation for the next generation of competitors.[7]

In addition to these victories, Atos has consistently placed in the top ranks of IBJJF events, such as its 5th-place finish in the 2021/2022 season rankings, and continues to be a leading team in both Gi and No-Gi competitions.[9]

Notable members

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The first black belts to be promoted by Atos were brothers Rafael & Guilherme Mendes in 2008.[1]

Atos current and former members include:[2]

BJJ

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MMA

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See also

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References

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