09/23/2026
A special moment in my Jiu-Jitsu journey.
While training in Las Vegas with my professor, Rafael Domingos, I had the honour of receiving my first Dan stripe on my black belt.
This stripe represents a lot more than time on the mat. It represents years of training, learning, sacrifice, friendship, and the relationship between a student and his professor. Rafael and I have known each other for many years, and I’m incredibly grateful for his guidance, his knowledge, and the trust he has placed in me.
To my students at Shogun Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — never stop being a student. No matter what belt you wear or how long you’ve been training, there is always another level to reach and something more to learn.
I’ll continue bringing that knowledge back to our mats in Edmonton and passing it forward to each of you.
Thank you, Professor Rafael. Much respect and appreciation. 🥋🙏
The journey continues.