# Carlos Farias Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu > Mesa, United States ## Overview **Name:** Carlos Farias Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu **Description:** Professor Carlos Eduardo Farias is a 3rd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 30 years of experience in training and competing, and nearly 20 years of experience teaching adults and children. He received his black belt from MMA veteran Roberto "Spider" Traven, a 7th degree black belt, 1999 Abu Dhabi Absolute Champion and two-time World Champion. Carlos studied Jiu-Jitsu in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil under Professor Guilherme Santos before coming to the United States. After years of teaching at various Mixed Martial Arts academies in the Valley, Carlos proudly opened Farias Jiu Jitsu academy in Mesa, Arizona in 2013. Carlos is currently ranked #6 in the World for the Adult IBJJF Black Belt division and is an active and renowned competitor. His competitive achievements include multiple IBJJF Pan Championship titles, World Championship medals, American National titles, and numerous regional championships. As an Ultra Heavyweight competitor, he has consistently placed at the highest levels of competition including 1st place finishes at the Pan Championship (2014, 2015), multiple podium finishes at the World Championship, and victories at IBJJF Opens across the country. Carlos has earned his 3rd degree Black Belt and currently has 3 black belts training under him. Farias Jiu Jitsu offers authentic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training in a safe and familiar environment. Members of all ages and skill levels are warmly welcomed by the Farias Jiu Jitsu family. The academy emphasizes values of honor, discipline, humility, respect and equality through the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In Kids' Classes, students learn discipline, good sportsmanship and leadership while discovering enhanced strength and self-confidence. Adults' classes deliver unparalleled training that builds mental and physical strength, endurance, and camaraderie among classmates. The academy also features a Women's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program led by Carlos's first female Black Belt, Meghan Gerson, with one of the largest women's BJJ classes in Arizona. All Kids and Adults who are prepared for competition have multiple opportunities throughout the year to compete at local, state and regional levels on the Farias Jiu Jitsu competition team. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 5257 E. Brown Rd Mesa, AZ 85205, United States **Phone:** (602) 905-2838 **Website:** https://www.fariasjiujitsu.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://instagram.com/carlosfariasbjj ## Instructors ### Carlos Eduardo Farias - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** 3rd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with over 30 years of experience. Black belt under Roberto 'Spider' Traven (7th degree, 1999 Abu Dhabi Absolute Champion). Currently ranked #6 in the World for Adult IBJJF Black Belt division. Multiple IBJJF Pan Championship and World Championship titles. ### Cameron **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Instructor for No-Gi classes and Kids programs ### Dave **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Instructor for Adult Gi and No-Gi Competition classes ### Meghan Gerson - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** First female Black Belt under Carlos Farias. Leads the Women's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program at Farias BJJ. ## Programs ### Adult Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training in the gi. Focuses on sport BJJ at the highest level while teaching practical self-defense techniques. **Classes:** ### Adult No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi, similar to MMA training. Builds strength, endurance and submission skills. **Classes:** ### Kids Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and educational BJJ program for children. Students learn discipline, good sportsmanship, leadership, and self-defense in a safe environment. **Classes:** ### Kids No-Gi **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling program for children without the gi. Builds confidence, discipline, and physical fitness. **Classes:** ### Women's BJJ **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Women-only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class led by Black Belt Meghan Gerson. Train in a comfortable environment with other women, make friends, lose weight, gain muscle, and learn self-defense. ### No-Gi Competition Training **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Advanced no-gi training focused on competition preparation and advanced techniques. **Classes:** ### Open Mat **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Open mat session for all students to train freely, work on techniques, and roll. **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** March 10, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/arizona/mesa/carlos-farias-brazilian-jiu-jitsu)