Javier Barter is a jiu-jitsu athlete from Panama and a regular face in grappling's professional circuit. Barter first made waves in the sport as a brown belt, a time when he conquered several important medals from the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) league, including at the World, Pan-American, & European Championships, while playing a crowd-friendly game with which he earned many fans. He maintained this level of gamesmanship as a pro, becoming widely regarded as one of the most fun competitors to follow in the sport.