Melqui Galvao is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt who is a key member of the Alliance Jiu-Jitsu team in Amazonas, Brazil.
He's known for training many successful athletes, including Thalison Soares, Fabricio Andrey, Brenda Larissa, Diogo Reis, and his own children, Micael and Sammi. Before becoming a jiu-jitsu instructor, Melqui worked as a police officer in Manaus.
Biography
Melqui Galvao, born in Manaus, Brazil, began his martial arts journey under his father's guidance. After exploring various martial arts, he discovered Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) in his late teens. He trained under renowned coaches and became a black belt in 2014.
Galvao's career has been intertwined with law enforcement. He served as a chief investigator and later used BJJ as a tool for therapy and self-defense training for police officers. His commitment to coaching and developing athletes led him to open his own BJJ school in 2018. In 2019, he achieved a significant milestone by having two of his students win the IBJJF Grand Slam.
How Old is Melqui Galvao?
As of writing, Melqui Galvao is 45 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the Medium Heavyweight division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Melqui Galvao holds a Black Belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Team or Affiliation
Alliance Jiu Jitsu
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- 1st Place IBJJF Manaus International Open (2013 brown)
- 1st Place IBJJF Panama International Open (2013 brown)
- 3rd Place IBJJF Panama International Open (2013* brown)
Find Melqui Galvao on Instagram @melquigalvaojj
