Antonio Cavalcanti

Master Ricardo Cavalcanti is a well known figure in Brazilian jiu jitsu, having earned his black belt under the legendary Carlson Gracie (1995), later receiving his coral belt by Reylson Gracie (February 2016) - a belt that caused some controversy as it was not recognised by the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). In 2001 Master Cavalcanti moved to the United States of America from his native Brazil, where he established his own successful academy (Team Cavalcanti), first affiliated with the Carlson Gracie Academy and later associated with Renzo Gracie.