Filip Matos

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𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗦 Filip Matos is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, co-founder, and head instructor of Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Originally from Boa Vista, Brazil, Filip has over 20 years of coaching experience. He began teaching through a community martial arts project in Brazil before moving to Canada, where he co-founded Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy with Mike Fairweather in 2015. Filip has dedicated his career to teaching children, adults, and competitive athletes, emphasizing technical development, discipline, humility, and community. Beyond the academy, Filip is actively involved with Kids in Gis, a nonprofit initiative helping children access Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by providing training opportunities and uniforms to those in need, including children in Brazil. His continued commitment to coaching, mentorship, and community development has made him an established figure in British Columbia's Jiu-Jitsu community.

Competition History

Filip Matos is an experienced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt competitor with documented appearances in Canadian Gi and No-Gi grappling tournaments. 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗦 - 2024 — ADCC Canada Open, Vancouver: 1st Place, Men's Masters Advanced, under 91 kg. - 2024 — CBJJF Vancouver International Open: 2nd Place, No-Gi Vancouver Absolute Championship. Filip has also represented Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy in Grappling Industries competitions. 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 - Coached a student to an IBJJF Masters World Championship gold medal in 2019. - Developed and mentored competitive athletes competing at regional and international levels. - Promoted students through the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu belt system, including black belt graduates.

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