Thiago Reinaldo

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Thiago Reinaldo

Head Instructor & Competitor at Gracie Barra Stafford | 4th Degree Black Belt
Passionate about changing lives through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

From kids to adults, beginners to competitors we train, grow, and evolve together. Thiago Reinaldo, a 4th Degree Black Belt under Professor Henrique Machado, is the head instructor at Gracie Barra Stafford, as well as a central figure in the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community in Virginia. His journey in BJJ began in the 1990s, ignited by the legendary Royce Gracie’s performances in the UFC, leading him

to train at ASLE, now known as Gracie Barra Amazonas, in Manaus, Brazil. In 2017, Professor Thiago moved to Virginia to help start the very first Gracie Barra academy in Virginia. There, he worked passionately and tirelessly, playing a monumental and instrumental role in starting and establishing Gracie Barra Stafford. He has served as its head instructor since its founding in 2018. Professor Thiago’s career has been marked by success both as a competitor, garnering numerous national and international medals, and as a passionate instructor, shaping the futures of many students. His approach to teaching integrates his rich competitive experience with a deep understanding of BJJ’s transformative potential. Professor Thiago views Brazilian jiu-jitsu not just as a martial art, but as a vital tool for personal and collective growth. His commitment to “Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone” is evident in his efforts to offer programs accessible to all ages and skill levels, focusing on the holistic development of each student. Professor Thiago’s lineage traces back to Mitsuyo Maeda and Carlos Gracie and is a testament to his deep roots in the art. His achievements, ranging from the IBJJF Master International to the American National Jiu-Jitsu Championship, underscore his status as a champion fighter. He continues to inspire and develop talent at Gracie Barra Stafford, fostering a community driven by integrity, perseverance, and the pursuit of excellence in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Through his leadership and dedication, Professor Thiago exemplifies the core values of brotherhood, integrity, and development, making Gracie Barra Stafford a beacon for those seeking to learn and grow in the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Lineage: Mitsuyo Maeda > Carlos Gracie > Reyson Gracie > Osvaldo Alves > Henrique Machado > Thiago Reinaldo

10/13/2025

Today, we had a special Columbus Day Open Mat at noon! 🇺🇸🥋 It was a great session filled with energy, teamwork, and brotherhood.

Tomorrow we’ll be back to our regular schedule. OSS!

10/09/2025

to my match at the IBJJF Pan No-Gi Championship in New York. I didn’t get the result I wanted, but every challenge is a chance to grow. Losing is part of the process, and every step forward makes me stronger. Grateful for the experience and ready to keep improving. OSS!

10/07/2025

Back on the mats and ready for a new week at Gracie Barra Stafford.
Every Monday is a fresh start to train harder, grow stronger, and keep evolving on and off the mats.
Let’s make it a great week, team. OSS!

10/05/2025

Sometimes we win, and sometimes we learn.
Yesterday wasn’t my day on the mats, but every match is a chance to grow, refine, and come back stronger.

Thank you to everyone who supports the journey. OSS!

10/03/2025

🔥 It’s time for the Pan No-Gi Championship in New York!
I will be stepping on the mats tomorrow, Saturday, representing Gracie Barra and our GB Stafford team.

🥋 Fight 35
⏰ 1:40 PM
📍 Mat 12
🎥 Live on FloGrappling

Thank you all for the support. Let’s go to battle! OSS!

09/26/2025

Last night I had the pleasure of visiting Gracie Barra Cidade Nova and reconnecting with Professors Ricardo and Victor. Always great to be back on the mats, sharing knowledge and brotherhood with our GB family here in Manaus. OSS! 🔺🥋

09/23/2025

First day in Manaus and two solid training sessions already in the books.
✅ NoGi at noon
✅ Gi at night

Training here always reminds me of where it all started and the importance of discipline and focus. I look forward to this special week of training. OSS!

09/15/2025

On the mats and in life the greatest fight does not happen against the other, but within us. Fear, insecurity, and doubt will always appear, but it is the courage to face them that makes us grow. In Jiu-Jitsu we learn discipline, focus, and determination. Every goal achieved, every training session completed, and every competition faced is a victory that goes far beyond the final result. True pride comes from the courage to keep moving forward and becoming stronger with every challenge overcome.

09/05/2025

August is a very special month for me and
It is the month we celebrate our dating and wedding anniversaries, two milestones that represent everything we have built together.

This year, we had the opportunity to travel to Las Vegas for a competition, and we took the chance to extend the trip and celebrate these meaningful dates.
It was a symbolic way to honor our 10 years together, from the day we met until today.

I am grateful for every step of this journey by your side, Jilari. Here is to many more chapters ahead 💛

08/28/2025

We are in Las Vegas for the IBJJF World Master Championship. Coaches Jilari, Lorraine and Professors Jamie and Thiago are here defending the red shield of Gracie Barra and representing Gracie Barra Stafford and all of our students.

Everyone trained hard for this moment, the biggest Jiu-Jitsu event in the world for Masters. Tomorrow, Friday, we step on the mats.

🥋 Match Schedule all matches will be streamed at Flograppling.com (Virginia time):

Coach Jilari – Fight 13, Mat 10, 2:06 PM
Professora Jamie – Fight 39, Mat 33, 4:56 PM
Professor Thiago – Fight 44, Mat 21, 5:31 PM
Coach Lorraine – Fight 40, Mat 13, 5:31 PM

Open Class for all – 8:00 PM

Let’s go GB Stafford. OSS! 🔺🥋

08/26/2025

Hoje é o dia de celebrar a mulher mais incrível que eu conheço: minha esposa, minha parceira de vida, meu amor.
Jilari, você transforma tudo ao seu redor com a sua luz, sua força, sua doçura e sua presença generosa.
Sou grato por cada instante ao seu lado, por todos os sonhos que dividimos e por tudo o que ainda vamos viver juntos.

Que este novo ciclo venha cheio de alegrias, saúde, realizações e muito amor.
Você merece o melhor do mundo, porque é exatamente isso que você entrega a todos que têm a sorte de conviver com você.

Feliz aniversário, meu amor.
Te amamos mais a cada dia. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Address

909 Garrisonville Road #103
Stafford, VA
22554

Website

http://www.thiagobjj.com/

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