Testimonials"Coach Artilheiro is an amazing coach. He has been involved in combat sports his entire life and truly enjoys bringing out the best in his students. I would recommend Rodrigo Artilheiro to everyone in the Atlanta area, he has coached some of the best competitors in Martial Arts." - Brian Stann, former WEC Light Heavyweight Champ and UFC Middleweight Contender
“Coach Rodrigo is outstanding. He has the deep, high-level knowledge that only comes from training with pro fighters and elite BJJ practitioners. He is friendly and approachable and very attentive to his students. He also works very hard and offers a wide variety of classes at different times - he even added classes to be able to accommodate the schedules of a few students. Great man, great BJJ coach.” - Andrew S., current student "Coach Rodrigo has competed at the highest levels, trained some of the best fighters in the world, but is still able to relate and teach every day regular guys like myself. Coach Rodrigo is an awesome instructor and awesome guy! " - Mike M., current student "I enjoy the way that Coach Rodrigo can relate to each student and pass on his knowledge. Classes are always fun and entertaining. I have studied various martial arts and can say with certainty that Coach Rodrigo is one of the best." - Erick G., current student "I am new to bjj, but coach Rodrigo's classes have never been intimidating. He treats all of his students with respect, from the most experienced mma fighters to the most novice of white belts. If you want to learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from a world class, world renown instructor, Rodrigo Artilheiro is the man for you. A class act all the way " - John M., current student "I have had the pleasure to attend a no gi seminar with Rodrigo Artilheiro, and had the opportunity to train with him while I was in atlanta. Rodrigo is one of the most knowledgable instructors that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Rodrigo is world class in judo, wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu... a very rare combination, if you have the chance to train with him DO IT!!! You will not be sorry you did." - Mark M "I had a pleasure to meet him in Croatia during his work with Mirko Cro Cop. Great person and sportsman!" - Davor K. "Rodrigo Artilheiro is a great person and teacher, born on Carlson Gracie dojo in Rio, He developed his knowledge in one of the greatest cradles an fighter can became to learn how to teach the bjj art for an better life...GO ARTILHARIA!" - B. Dutra "Rodrigo is an awesome BJJ instructor. Every class I'm amazed at how knowledgeable he is. He has trained some of the greatest fighters in the world, yet still genuinely cares for everyone one of his students whether advanced or a beginner. Great instructor and a great person." - David C. "I had the privilege to attend a seminar taught by Rodrigo Artilheiro in Massachusetts at my professors academy. His teaching style and attention to detail was second to none. He went over some great Kimura series and reverse triangle set-ups. It was an honor to be part of this day long seminar. Most importantly, Rodrigo was always smiling and ready to help with any questions. One of nicest guys I've had the privilege to learn from! Osu!" - Scott G. "Coach Rodrigo, "The Big Guy", is a truly amazing instructor. I'm blessed that he has the time to train us and show us his jiu jitsu. I love that he keeps nothing from us, no secret moves he keeps under his belt, if there's a variation or a sequence he shows us right there! He's also a great human being and positive role model. He's the guy I want to be like. Thanks coach, you're the best!" - John L. See more testimonials at RateMyBJJInstructor.com |
Former WEC Welterweight champ and UFC welterweight Mike Pyle |
Articles and Interviews featuring Rodrigo Artilheiro
Inside The Coaches Mind With TUF Brazil Coach Rodrigo Artilheiro
Mixed Martial World
Rodrigo Artilheiro: The Only Man Who Poses Danger to Junior dos Santos is Daniel Cormier
Las Vegas Informer - MMA Fight Corner
Rodrigo Artilheiro Opens Up About Preparing Brian Stann for his Upcomin Fight
Real Combat Media
Rodrigo Artilheiro ajudará na preparação de Cigano
Fernando Arbex - Yahoo! Esportes
Mixed Martial World
Rodrigo Artilheiro: The Only Man Who Poses Danger to Junior dos Santos is Daniel Cormier
Las Vegas Informer - MMA Fight Corner
Rodrigo Artilheiro Opens Up About Preparing Brian Stann for his Upcomin Fight
Real Combat Media
Rodrigo Artilheiro ajudará na preparação de Cigano
Fernando Arbex - Yahoo! Esportes