Alain Pozo is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black belt (Wilson ‘Junior’ Cretaro, 2013) with 17 years of grappling experience.
Alain Pozo was raised in Recife, Brazil. It was here Alain began his BJJ journey in 1996, training under world renowned instructor, Master Ze Radiola. This is where he had his first taste of competition, taking part in a local state tournament after only 3 months training.
Alain moved to Europe in 1999 to study, where difficulties finding a BJJ academy meant he supplemented his training with judo, boxing and wrestling. After completion of his studies and some time spent travelling, Alain eventually settled in London. This is where he became one of the founding members of the infamous Carlson Gracie Team, based at The Boiler Room. Alain was witness to much of the early growth of Jiu-jitsu in the UK and is proud to have taken part in many of the early Tournaments.
In 2004 Alain moved to Florida, USA. This is where he focused on and developed much of this no-gi grappling game, training alongside many accomplished grapplers and experienced MMA fighters.
Returning to the UK in 2008, Alain transitioned into a coaching role, with a desire to use his experience to deliver the highest quality BJJ instruction to his team. He founded Carlson Gracie Essex, which as well as producing some of the most successful BJJ athletes in the England, is home to a wide variety of students of all ages and abilities. He heads the children’s BJJ program at Carlson Gracie London, with classes so popular there is a waiting list for new admissions. Alain is also the Head BJJ Instructor at FightCity gym, which offers daily classes in the City of London.
Alain works with Roll 2 Recovery in this role of BJJ Professor, a lead project for The Invicta Foundation focused on helping injured Military Veterans and Soldiers.
Qualifications: CRB Enhanced. Child course protection. First aid.Competition Officer for the UKBJJA. Judo Brown Belt under the BJA. NAGA refree course. IBJJF Refree course.
Additional:
Enhanced DBS, Child Protection Certificate, First aid for Sport, Instructor Insurance (UKBJJA)
