Amilton José Linhares Filho

Mestre Amilton Linhares is the founder and professor of A.Linhares Jiu-Jitsu in Itajaí, Santa Catarina. With 22 years dedicated to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he developed the academy's own teaching methodology, aimed at results for students of all levels with a focus on both technical development and health. Linhares holds degrees in Physical Education and Business Administration and is a member of the CBJJ and the IBJJF. He personally oversees every class at the academy so that training follows physiological principles, making sessions safer and adapted to each student. Under his direction the school runs adult, women's and kids classes six times a day on weekdays, with open mat on Saturdays.