Lucas Lepri is a highly accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioner and competitor. Born on September 19, 1984, in Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil, Lepri has become one of the most successful lightweight competitors in the history of the sport.
Lepri began his BJJ journey in 2000, inspired by a television program featuring Fernando "Margarida" Pontes. He earned his black belt at the end of 2006 under Elan Santiago. Throughout his career, Lepri has been associated with prestigious teams including Top Team under Fernando Terere and later Alliance.His competitive achievements are extraordinary:
Lepri is known for his technical precision and dominant performances. In 2014, he won every major tournament he entered, showcasing his dominance in the lightweight division.
In 2008, Lepri moved to the United States to coach at Alliance New York Academy. He later established his own academy in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he continues to train and develop high-level competitors.
Lepri's grappling style is characterized by his exceptional guard passing, solid takedown game, and overall well-rounded skillset. His competitive record shows a strong preference for winning by submission, with 55 of his 111 recorded wins coming by this method.
In recognition of his outstanding achievements, Lucas Lepri has been inducted into the IBJJF Hall of Fame. He continues to compete at the highest level while also focusing on coaching and running his academy, solidifying his status as one of the greatest lightweight grapplers in BJJ history.
