Adults
Professor James
Adult program instructor and 1st-degree black belt. Training since the mid-1990s, at Caique Jiu Jitsu since 2002, and a public school teacher since 1998.
I've been teaching in public schools since 1998. I was bullied a lot growing up, so when I saw UFC 2, it was like a gift from God for empowerment. I started Jiu-Jitsu in 1995–96 with Master Fabio Santos. I'm very spiritual, and I see a lot of biblical principles in Jiu-Jitsu.
I was bouncing around academies when I saw a flyer with Master Caique's face on it on the door of I and I Sports. I tried a trial class on a Saturday in 2002, and I've been here ever since. Master Caique promoted me to 1st-degree black belt in 2026.
My favorite submission is now the rear naked choke. I love teaching Jiu-Jitsu because it deepens my understanding, and I can share what's helped me understand Jiu-Jitsu with my students. Every person expresses Jiu-Jitsu in their own personal way.
Outside of Jiu-Jitsu, I collect action figures, read, exercise, and hike.
In his words
“Enjoy the process, tap early, and become an expert on the fundamentals.”
Highlights
- Teaches the adult program
- 1st-degree black belt, promoted by Master Caique in 2026
- Training Jiu-Jitsu since 1995–96, starting with Master Fabio Santos
- At Caique Jiu Jitsu since 2002
- Certified Caique Jiu Jitsu instructor since 2022
- Public school teacher since 1998
- Favorite submission: the rear naked choke
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