Rigan Machado was born on 2 July 1966 and is a Brazilian-American martial arts instructor.
13 Facts About Rigan Machado
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Rigan Machado is an 8th degree red and White belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, earning his rank under Carlos Gracie Jr.
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Rigan Machado is a former Pan American Champion and a veteran medalist of the ADCC.
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Rigan Machado was born in Rio de Janeiro, and is one of five brothers in the Rigan Machado family.
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Rigan Machado began training at the age of five with his cousins, "The Gracie Family".
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Rigan Machado was awarded the first black belt under Gracie Barra founder Carlos Gracie Jr.
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Rigan Machado trained with his other cousins such Rickson Gracie, Rorion Gracie, Rillion Gracie, his uncle Carlos Gracie Sr, and his brothers.
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Rigan Machado is widely regarded as one of the top competitors in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history.
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Rigan Machado competed and won many tournaments in judo, sambo, and wrestling.
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Rigan Machado currently teaches at his school, "The Academy Beverly Hills", located in Beverly Hills, California.
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Rigan Machado is the commissioner of Jiu Jitsu World League.
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Rigan Machado served as a coach alongside Roger Gracie, Jean Jacques Rigan Machado, and Dean Lister on season 6 of the Professional Grappling Federation on April 21 to 26,2024.
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Rigan Machado led Team 1st Phorm at the tournament, and finished in second place.