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Fabiano Papel

Head Instructor

Black Belt - 3rd Degree

Fabiano Papel

Biography

Luiz Fabiano da Silva Oliveira, widely known as Fabiano Papel, is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, high-level competitor, and professional instructor recognized for his technical precision and structured teaching methodology. He has earned major titles in the United States and achieved top ranking positions in his IBJJF weight division, competing among the best athletes in the world.

Beyond competition, Fabiano Papel is dedicated to education and athlete development. He specializes in building progressive training systems for kids, teens, and adults, with programs that emphasize discipline, confidence, self-defense, and sport performance. His teaching approach blends traditional Jiu-Jitsu values with modern pedagogy and functional training.

He is the founder and head instructor of Full Prime Jiu-Jitsu, where he leads curriculum design, instructor development, and student progression programs. In addition to coaching, he develops educational content, certification materials, and digital courses aimed at helping Jiu-Jitsu instructors professionalize their schools and teaching practices.

Achievements

  • 3rd Degree Black Belt under Master Ricardo Almeida
  • IBJJF Pan American Championship Medalist
  • Featured instructor in Gracie Magazine
  • Almost 15 years of teaching experience

Specialties

  • Competition Strategy
  • Guard Development
  • Instructor Training
  • Kids Classes