Oliver Taza, a Lebanese-Canadian jiu-jitsu athlete, has made a significant impact on the sport’s international circuit.
Trained by renowned coaches Firas Zahabi and John Danaher, Taza quickly rose to prominence, placing second at the ADCC East Coast Trials in 2016 after only two years of training. He has continued to excel, consistently placing in the top positions of prestigious events such as the BJJ Fanatics Grand Prix and ADCC Trials.
Biography
Oliver Taza began his martial arts journey in 2012 at TriStar Mixed Martial Arts Academy. After initially focusing on boxing, he returned to grappling and quickly progressed under the guidance of Firas Zahabi and John Danaher.
Despite an ACL injury in 2018, Taza continued to excel, earning his brown belt in 2016 and being promoted to black belt in 2020.
How Old is Oliver Taza?
As of writing, Oliver Taza is 31 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the 77kg division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Oliver Taza holds a Black Belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Team or Affiliation
Roll Forever
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- 1st Place ADCC European Trials (2017)
- 1st Place IBJJF Pan Championship NOGI (2023)
- 1st Place IBJJF European Open NOGI (2022)
- 1st Place BJJ Fanatics Grand Prix (2020)
- 1st Place TUFF Invitational UK (2017)
- 1st Place Canadian Kumite Grand Prix (2016)
- 2nd Place ADCC US East Coast Trials (2016)
- 2nd Place IBJJF European Open NOGI (2022*)
- 2nd Place Jitz King Invitational (2020)
- 2nd Place Para Bellum Quintet Invitational (2020)
- 2nd Place EBI 170 lb Tournament (2022)
- 3rd Place ADCC US East Coast Trials (2023)
- 4th Place ADCC US West Coast Trials (2017)
Noteworthy Matches
Oliver Taza vs PJ Barch
Popular Submissions and Moves
- Saddle
Find Oliver Taza on Instagram @tazagarami
