Reginaldo Gurgel Almeida is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Master "Sazinho" (from the Takeo Iano lineage) in Fortaleza, who in 2008 moved to the United States where he established a strong SAS team academy, later changing his affiliation to Gracie Barra. Reginaldo Almeida has medalled in important events, such as the World Cup, the Brazilian Nationals and CBJJE's Pan American Championship, he is also a certificated referee by the IBJJF.