10x World Champion • Black Belt • Kids & Women's Coach

Monique Ricardo is one of Cobra's most accomplished athletes and a powerful force in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A 10x IBJJF World Champion—8 of those titles earned at the black belt level—Monique has dominated the highest stages in the sport with grace, intensity, and dedication.

A former IFBB pro athlete and fitness model featured in top magazines, Monique brings a lifetime of experience in health, discipline, and peak performance. After transitioning from bodybuilding to Jiu-Jitsu, she quickly made her mark—becoming one of the most respected female competitors in the world.

Monique teaches kids and offers private lessons for women, blending technical instruction with mentorship and empowerment. She's a devoted Christian, wife, and mother of three, and she inspires everyone she coaches with her humility, strength, and heart.

Train with a champion. Learn from someone who's lived it.

📖 Read more about Monique's journey:
https://www.hayabusafight.com/blogs/community/monique-ricardo-is-applying-jiu-jitsu-to-life-and-winning