About
Rafael Silveira has been practicing Jiu-Jitsu since 1995, earning his black belt in 2010 as a direct student of Master Ricardo De La Riva Goded, creator of the world-famous De La Riva guard. He began martial arts at age 5 with Tae Kwon Do, later training in Muay Thai, Boxing, and Wrestling. He holds a degree in Sports from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (recognized by the University of Porto), is an IPDJ Technical Director and Level 1 Coach, a specialist in injury prevention and rehabilitation, holds a Postgraduate degree in Integrative Training, and is currently completing a Master's degree in Sports Training with a specialization in combat sports at the University of Coimbra.
Gym Affiliations
Escola De Jiu Jitsu Do Mondego
Head Instructor · Coimbra, Portugal Primary