On March 22, professor Pedro was once again invited to speak at the Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle Summit in Los Angeles, CA, organized by Ryron Gracie.
Professor Pedro’s talk was focused on the etymology and definition of jūjutsu, as well as grandmaster Hélio’s teaching methodology and style. VB black belt, Dr. Guy Scuderi, also gave a fine talk during the summit on how to minimize injuries during training.
Retired United States Army Lieutenant General Michael Ferriter visited Valente Brothers on Monday, March 4th. Professor Gui Valente first met General Ferriter in 2008 at Camp Liberty, Baghdad, Iraq. Gui spent nearly two weeks teaching the men and women of the US military and allied forces.
General Ferriter, who holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, was very impressed with the Valente Brothers building and museum. After his private lesson with Gui Valente he stated on his Facebook account, “the Valente Brothers are Jiu-Jitsu icons who studied the history and have incredibly high wisdom. The culture of respect is the first thing you feel.”
In 2018, General Ferriter was named President and CEO of the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, Ohio.
We at Valente Brothers would like to express all our gratitude for General Ferriter’s service to our United States of America.
Leg-lock seminar at VB headquarters, with Professors Pedro Valente and James Robertson. 80 spots 80 students. Thank you professors and students. Soon we will announce the theme of our next seminar.
In January, Professor Gui Valente visited the Valente Brothers Study Group of Holland, under the guidance of Eric van Looijen, in Weesp.
Professor Gui Valente giving a Five Elements Super Seminar in Sheffield, UK.
2018 VB Graduation Ceremony, with the honorable presence of Grandmaster João Alberto Barreto. Congratulations to all new blue, purple, brown and black belts. Thank you to everyone who came out to support. You made this ceremony so special.
The first ever VB Self-Defense workshop, with professors Pedro, Gui, Joaquim and a special lecture by Grandmaster João Alberto Barreto. Thank you.
Another great Youth Fellowship Challenge (YFC). Thank you staff, parents, and VB family for all your support. Congratulations to everyone who accepted the challenge.
Thank you VB family. This was our Helio Gracie Day.
