LA
Laercio Fernandes
Black Belt Belt
Instructor and ranked competitor representing Alliance Jiu Jitsu Laguna Hills.
Associations
Performance Scorecard
Dynamic skill index based on verified matches and accomplishments.
843Overall Score
A+
Performance RankGi BJJ393
No-Gi / Submission Grappling400
1IBJJF
Major Titles
Verified achievements recognized on the rankings.
- IBJJF European Champion (2013)
- IBJJF World No-Gi Champion (2013)
- IBJJF World Championship Silver Medalist (2012)
- IBJJF World No-Gi Championship Bronze Medalist (2012)
- BJJ Pro League Runner-up (2012)
- IBJJF World No-Gi Championship Silver Medalist (2011)
- IBJJF Honolulu Open Champion (2010)
- IBJJF World Championship Bronze Medalist (2010)
- IBJJF European Championship Bronze Medalist (2010)
- IBJJF US Nationals Champion (2009, 2010)
- Master of Engineering from the University of São Paulo
Detailed Description
Laercio Lima Fernandes, born in Brazil, rose from humble beginnings to become a Jiu Jitsu Black Belt World Champion under the mentorship of Rubens “Cobrinha” Charles, while also earning a Master’s degree in Engineering from the University of São Paulo. Now based in Laguna Hills, CA, he runs a successful Alliance Jiu Jitsu school and a tech company, all while balancing family life and a lifelong passion for martial arts and learning.
Notable Students
3
Black Belt Belt
Key Accomplishments
- IBJJF Portland No-Gi Open Champion (2024)
- IBJJF World Master Bronze Medalist (2025)
- IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu CON Bronze Medalist (2025)
Black Belt Belt
Key Accomplishments
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Purple Belt Belt
Key Accomplishments
- IBJJF Orange County Winter Open Runner-up (Purple Belt, 2025)
- IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu CON Competitor (2022)