history​

​Rodrigo began his BJJ career when he was in his teens, and ever since then, became committed to the sport.
He came from Brazil to the United States to spread his passion for the sport and dedicate his life to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

2007

2009

Rodrigo Freitas receives his black belt from his coach,
Aldo Januário (Caveirinha)

Caveirinha and the Gracie Barra Academy hand select Rodrigo Freitas to develop the GB brand. Professor Rodrigo Freitas opened and oversaw Gracie Barra Manhattan Beach.

2015

2018

Rodrigo Freitas and his team are no longer affiliated with GB.
Rodrigo developed his own academy (Rodrigo Freitas
​Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu).

The Rodrigo Freitas Team (RFT) has been growing.
​The academy has acquired more coaches and designed programs to challenge their students and promote a healthy BJJ lifestyle.

training schedule