Professor Wahib Salha,

BJJ Black Belt 2nd Degree.

IBJJF 317441 / JJGF 2809

Wahib Salha was born in Brazil in 1976 and began training Jiu-Jitsu at the age of 17, interrupting his training twice. First when he joined the Brazilian Army where he graduated as a Lieutenant and again when he decided to learn English overseas. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Brazil and holds a Certificate IV in Fitness and Diploma in Strength and Conditioning in Australia.

"I always had a dream to open a Jiu-Jitsu School in New Zealand and starting to spread the 'Arte Suave' in Aotearoa.

Wahib specializes in self-defense, with experience in training Civil Police and Military Police in Brazil. "We offer military and police discounts at WāhiBJJ because I believe that every military man should have the knowledge of Jiu-Jitsu for their day-by-day duties".

Teachers/trainers:

Professor Itácio Lisboa, Black Belt 6th Degree and Regional Leader of Gracie Barra in Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil).

"Professor Itácio has always been a great example in my life in all aspects, in and out of the gym, besides having awarded me the Black Belt. Professor Itácio is one of the great references for the Gracie Barra team and much respected in the worldwide jiu-jitsu community".

Itácio is always in demand to teach seminars and consultancies around the world, helping countless teachers and athletes with their vast experience of more than 30 years in Jiu-Jitsu. 

Professor Bernardo Trekko, Black Belt 4th Degree

A complete athlete, Bachelor of Physical Education in Brazil, Professor Bernardo gained notoriety in Australia when he began his career teaching Jiu-Jitsu and fighting MMA, he became one of the best fighters in Australia winning several awards and 3 major belts of Australia's finest professional events. He is also active in participating in competitions inside and outside Australia. Bernardo currently owns two academies in Australia, Life BJJ (1 in Sydney, 1 in Wollongong).

Professor Alex Prates, Black Belt 3rd Degree, Owner and Manager of Gracie Smeaton Grange in Australia,

As well as managing Gracie's headquarters in Alexandria, Alex coaches Jiu-Jitsu to the top UFC Fighter Robert Whittaker, MMA world reference. Professor Alex also develops other types of training for the Rugby League and was Premiership Winner in 2014, South Sydney Rabbitohs, and currently coaches Brisbane Broncos. Alex has become one of Australia's top MMA mentors. More than a Professor, a good friend.

In New Zealand, Wahib received his first degree by Professor Fábio Machado And his Second Degree by Professor Marcos Carvalho. All authorized by Professor Itacio Lisboa in Brazil.