Amal Easton

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Amal Easton is an American who has studied Brazilian Jiu-jitsu for over 10 years. One of few Americans living in Rio de Janeiro, Amal competed for entry to the Barra Gracie academy, the finest Gracie academy in the world, where he competed and trained full time with master Gracie instructors.

Amal is one of very few people to receive their black belt from legendary competitor and instructor, Renzo Gracie. Renzo and Carlos Gracie Jr. have endorsed Amal's ability and authorized him to teach the art. Amal also credits Helio 'Soneca' Moreira, Roberto ' Gordo' Correia, Jose 'Zebeleza' Teixera and Team Barra Gracie for their excellent instruction, continued support and help along the way.

Amal has also studied at ‘Warrior Priest Arts’ learning Muai-Thai for 12 years under Thai National Champion Arjan "Chai" Sirisute and Doug Pandorf.

Amal has traveled for many years and continues to do so to learn the essence of this outstanding self-defense system. Today, he is ready to transmit his knowledge in its purest form (as taught to him from the source) to the dedicated people who are searching for a practical, effective knowledge of self-defense.

AWARDS:

1996 Pan-American Silver medallist 1997 Brazilian National Champion 1999 Pan-American Bronze medallist 2002 Pan-American Gold medallist 2002 USA Team Trials 1st place (Middleweight) 2002 USA Team Trials Absolute Black Belt Champion 2002 Grapplers Quest-West Silver medallist 2003 IGJJF Open 3rd place 2003 USA vs. Brazil Gold medallist 2003 Pan-American Bronze medallist 2004 Pan-American Gold medallist 2004 Pan-American absolute black belt champion