Bernardo Faria

Bernardo Faria (b. 1987) is a five-time world champion, famous for his relentless pressure passing and over-under passing style. Competing in the heavyweight divisions, he combined a grinding top game with a humble, approachable persona that made him a fan favorite.

After retiring from competition, Bernardo became a successful instructor and entrepreneur, helping co-found BJJ Fanatics, one of the largest platforms for online instructionals. His work has had a massive influence on making high-level BJJ knowledge accessible worldwide.