Master José Higino is a Brazilian jiu jisu 9th degree red belt from the famous Oswaldo Fadda lineage. A former student of Master Aderbal Baptista during the 1960's, Higinio fought numerous no holds barred fights, later becoming the president of the Liga Brasileira de Lutas Associadas, a Brazilian fight promotion. José Higino is also a respected coach who produced established black belts, such as Fabrício do Couto.