Ismael Aoki
Ismael Goncalves Aoki aka "The Cobra" (born July 1, 1981) is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and mixed martial arts fighter hailing from Belem, Brazil. With years of training at the world famous Brazilian Top Team academy, Ismael built strengths in multiple disciplines. Ismael moved to the United States in 2013. He continues to expand his influence and broaden his competition into the global stage and is in direct contention to be a world champion.
Overview
Ismael "The Cobra" Aoki is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai & MMA fighter hailing from Belem, Brazil. His love for mixed martial arts started at a young age. He started training in Kyokushin Karate at age 14 where he blossomed a passion that extended across Muay Thai and Jiu-Jitsu.
Ismael had a mentor and great influence in training with his older brother, and Heavyweight World Champion, Fabiano "Cyclone" Aoki.
With years of training at the world famous Brazilian Top Team academy, Ismael built strengths in multiple disciplines. Aoki moved to Japan to teach and train at some of the worlds top Muay Thai & Jiu-Jitsu gyms.
Ismael has served as the head of various Jiu-Jitsu gyms across the globe. He has been noted as a key contributor to Mixed Martial Art's growth in Japan and Brazil. As an active international fighter and ambassador for mixed martial arts, he attributes his drive and passion to his beautiful wife and two children.
Ismael moved to the United States in 2013. He continues to expand his influence and broaden his competition into the global stage and is in direct contention to be a world champion.
Aoki currently trains at the world class MMA Lab [1] in Glendale, Arizona with such greats as Gracie legend John Crouch [2] and former UFC & WEC Lightweight Champion Benson Henderson.
Professional Profile
Ismael "The Cobra" Aoki
- DOB: July 1, 1981 (33 yrs. Old)
- Weight Class: Middle Weight - 185 lbs
- Styles: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kyokushin Karate & Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt
- Fights out of: Glendale, Arizona
- Gym: The MMA Lab [3]
Graduation Belts
- Brown Belt BJJ / Augusto Mendes Tanquinho / 2009 [4]
- Purple Belt BJJ / Murilo Bustamante / 2006
- Purple Belt BJJ / Murilo Bustamante / 2003
- Blue Belt BJJ / Murilo Bustamante / 2002
Instruction, Coaching & Training History
Ismael has spent over 13 years instructing and partnering with some of Brazil & Japan's top talent.
- Soul Fighters Japan Academy / Jiu-Jitsu & MMA / Japan / Kanagawa Ken Yokohama Shi / 2010-11
- Assistant Coach - Marcos Jara [5] / K1 / Brazil / 2003-04
- Sparring Partner - Alexey Ignashov / K1 / Brazil / 2003-04
- Sparring Partner - San Greco / K1 / Brazil / 2003-04
Fight Profile
- Copa Brasa de Jiu Jitsu / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Gold Medalist / 2009
- FJJERIO 2a Copa Mineirinho / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Heavyweight Bronze Medalist / 2008
- FJJERIO 2a Copa Mineirinho / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Absolute Gold Medalist / 2008
- FJJERIO 1a Copa Pro Fight / Jiu-Jitsu / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Bronze Medalist / 2008
- CBJJE Pan Americano de Jiu-Jitsu / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Gold Medalist / 2007
- Copa Monte Libano de Jiu Jitsu 1a / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Bronze Medalist / 2006
- Copa LERJJI de Jiu Jitsu 2a / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Bronze Medalist / 2005
- Copa LERJJI de Jiu Jitsu 1a / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Gold Medalist / 2005
- Copa Rip Dorey Submission / Rio de Janeiro - Brazil / Gold Medalist / 2004
- FJJE Copa Gavazza Jet Power de Jiu Jitsu / Silver Medalist / 2004
- Pancrase Japan Hybrid Tour / vs Tony Nelson / Aoki Win / 2nd Round 2:59 TKO / 2003
References
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