Kennedy Maciel

Black Belt

Instructor and ranked competitor representing Cobrinha BJJ & Fitness.

Associations

Cobrinha BJJ & Fitness

Performance Scorecard

Dynamic skill index based on verified matches and accomplishments.

1,000Overall Score

S-Tier

Performance Rank

Gi BJJ550

No-Gi / Submission Grappling400

1IBJJF

Major Titles

Verified achievements recognized on the rankings.

2026 IBJJF European Champion
1x European Champion Gi 2026 (Feather - 1st)
1x Brasileiro Champion Gi 2024 (Feather - 1st)
2017 Abu Dhabi World Pro Champion (brown belt)
IBJJF No-Gi World Champion
ADCC Silver Medalist
World Champion at every colored belt (white to brown)

Detailed Description

Kennedy Maciel is an elite black belt competitor and instructor under his father, Rubens 'Cobrinha' Charles. Born in Brazil and training since 2012, Kennedy established an outstanding competition record, winning IBJJF World Championships at every colored belt rank from white to brown before receiving his black belt in 2018. His black belt achievements include winning the IBJJF No-Gi World Championship, capturing an ADCC Silver Medal, and winning the 2026 IBJJF European Championship. Kennedy plays a primary role in instructing adult classes and heading the Kids and Teens programs at the Los Angeles headquarters.