About
2x European No Gi Champion Thiago Sá Fortes, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Ricardo Vieira and a standout competitor in the IBJJF tournament circuit, proudly represents the Checkmat academy. Achieving his black belt in early 2014, Thiago's remarkable journey began as a brown belt, winning both the Rio Open and the Brazilian Nationals. Swiftly transitioning to the black belt level, he made an immediate impact, securing victories at the European Open and the Las Vegas Open in his inaugural year at this advanced rank.