Professor Daniel "Montanha" Nycz De Lima was raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. An accomplished jiu-jitsu competitor, Daniel has over 30 years of experience teaching the gentle art, Daniel has an extensive record as a competitor and teacher. He can teach a novice or an experienced practitioner and help them achieve their personal goals. Professor Daniel holds seminars for U.S. law enforcement and military personnel.

 

Daniel began his martial arts journey at the age of 4, competing in Judo. However, by the age of 7, his family enrolled him in a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu school in Rio De Janeiro, where he trained and became a competitor. Eventually, was awarded a black belt by Master Carlos Gracie, Jr.

 

Today, Professor Daniel is a 5th-degree black belt in the art. Earning many awards in competition, he is inspired to share his knowledge with all people by teaching them the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu. He has awarded black belts to various individuals. He helps make their lives better, both inside and outside of his academy. 

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After many years of teaching in Miami, Daniel has now moved to Bellview, Florida and is representing the Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Elite Team in Bellview, FL near Pensacola. Professor Daniel looks forward to continuing teaching his beloved Jiu-Jitsu to all ages, both old and new.