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She has won numerous jiu-jitsu national and world championships during the course of her career. Originally starting with the Gracie Tijuca
Academy. Ribeiro began training under her original instructor Royler Gracie eventually earning her black belt under Gracie. In addition to Gracie, Leticia also
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Ribeiro is currently a 4th degree black belt in
Brazilian jiu-jitsu under Royler Gracie and represents the Gracie Humaita team in jiu-jitsu competitions. She's presently an instructor at Gracie Humaita Southbay Competition Team, teaching Gi and No-Gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes, head coach of the
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school. Ribeiro is considered one of the top 10 best
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Leticia
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black belt and multiple time world champion in the sport. She is associated with the Gracie
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on May 27 and 28, 2005. She defeated Gazzy Parman in the opening round before losing to
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visit Brazil and attend the Gracie Humaita jiu-jitsu school in Rio de Janeiro.
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