Tainan Dalpra

Born on November 6, 2000, in Florianópolis, Brazil, Tainan Dalpra is a black belt middleweight and one of the most accomplished Jiu‑Jitsu athletes of his generation.

His journey in martial arts began under the guidance of his father, who was a blue belt at the time. Motivated by his parents to stay active, Tainan explored a variety of sports—soccer, boxing, Muay Thai, judo—before discovering Jiu‑Jitsu. From the first class, he fell in love with the art.


Two pivotal moments have defined his career thus far:

• At just 14 years old, he stepped onto the mat for his first superfight in Moscow, Russia—an experience that profoundly changed his path.

• Years later, he claimed his first black belt world title, forever inscribing his name in the history books.

Some of Tainan’s top accomplishments include: 

  • IBJJF World Champion (Black Belt) – 3x
  • IBJJF Pan American Champion (Black Belt) – 4x
  • IBJJF European Champion (Black Belt) – 3x
  • IBJJF Brazilian National Champion (Black Belt) – 2x
  • IBJJF Grand Slam Champion – 2x

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Favorite Match: Tererê vs Marcelo

Person of Inspiration: Jesus of Nazareth

Hometown: Floripa

Started Jiu-Jitsu in: 2005

Current Team: AOJ

Training Routine: Jiu-Jitsu all day — that’s the life

Favorite Post-Competition Meal: Picanha, rice, and beans

Pre-Fight Ritual: Praying and connecting to my faith

Greatest Victory So Far:  3 black belt world titles

Dream in Jiu-Jitsu: Become a Hall of Famer

Quote that represents me: Blood makes you related, loyalty makes you family

Favorite Kingz Gi: Dalpra Gi

One piece of advice for beginners: Always be open-minded to learn from anyone

On the mats, his gator roll showcases his dynamic and creative fighting style. Off the mats, Tainan cherishes time with his family, traveling, and exploring new places.

When asked about a champion’s mindset, Tainan believes it cannot be summed up in a single word. Instead, it’s a blend of mindset, preparation, and skills—with two cornerstones that stand out: vision and ambition.