Iuri
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Coach | 4th Degree BJJ Black Belt
About Professor Iuri
Professor Iuri Fraga is a fourth-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with nearly two decades of elite experience at the highest levels of combat sports. Born in Goiânia, Brazil, and trained under the respected Professor Ricardo Candido Gomes, Iuri earned his black belt in 2007 and has since built a globally recognized reputation as both a competitor and instructor.
“Discipline builds the fighter — not the medals. Show up, respect the art, and the victories will follow.”
Iuri began his martial arts journey at the age of 8 through traditional styles like Kung-Fu & Capoiera, before fully dedicating himself to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from the age of 13. Over the years, he expanded his expertise across Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai (black armband), and professional MMA, accumulating over 30 international pro fights with a career record that includes 8 undefeated years in BJJ and MMA combined.
Beyond competition, Iuri is a distinguished instructor who has taught self-defense and hand-to-hand combat to the UAE Armed Forces, Police, Airport Security, and Federal Police. He also held a teaching role with Gracie Barra, one of the most respected global Jiu-Jitsu affiliations.
Now as part of Shape Up Fitness Team, Professor Iuri brings a powerful blend of experience, discipline, and championship-level insight to Shape Up Fitness L.L.C. His coaching is rooted in precision, respect, and the pursuit of excellence—empowering students of all levels to evolve with confidence, on and off the mat.
Experience
- 4th Degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt (Since 2007)
- BJJ World Champion – Multiple Titles in AJP & International Circuits
- 2x AJP National Pro Champion
- AJP World Pro Champion
- 8-Year Undefeated Streak in BJJ & MMA Combined
- Certified by FJJP (Federação de Jiu-Jitsu do Estado do Pará – Brazil)
- Trainer to UAE Army, Police, Airport Security & Federal Police
Skills & Expertise
“I don’t teach people how to fight. I teach them how not to fear anything — on the mat, and in life.”
Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or chasing world-class mastery, training with Professor Iuri means one thing: you’ll be pushed, protected, and prepared — to fight, to grow, and to win.