Sandro Sampaio

Head coach and Owner at Carlson Gracie Oklahoma . 5th degree black belt under Carlson Gracie Team . 12121 South Western , Suite A1 . Okc-Ok / 73170

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Back on the mats after some time away from competition. Ryan brought home gold in both Gi and No-Gi today!🥇🥇
More important than the medals was his courage. Competition is never easy, but learning to manage fear and give your best is what truly matters.
Proud of you, Ryan! 🥋👏

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

One mistake. One grip. One tap.

Think you’re safe in Side Control?

Watch this Wrist Lock. 👊🔥🥋

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[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

21 years later, his words still mean everything. A message from the man who awarded me my black belt. My brother and master @paulofilhojj . Osss

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Most people only see the results.
They don’t see the sacrifices, the lonely days, the discipline, or the battles fought in silence.

The gym was never only about building muscle.
It was about building a stronger mind, a stronger spirit, and a stronger man.

Keep showing up!!!

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Another competition, another step forward.

🥇 1st Greco-Roman
🥉 3rd Freestyle

Proud of you, son. We win or we learn, always moving forward. Congrats Ryan Sampaio.

#sampaiobjj #BJJOK

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Another weekend of growth for my boy Ryan — couldn’t be prouder.

🥈 Freestyle
🥈 Greco (first time)

Improving every week in skill and confidence. We keep working and moving forward.
Next stop: competition again.

Proud of you, son. Oss.

#balance #loyalty #family #BJJOK

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Ryan Sampaio represented us once again this weekend, stepping out of his comfort zone and competing in freestyle wrestling.

Congratulations Ryan, we are extremely proud of you.

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Body sore. Mind tired. No excuses.

A blessed week of training, work, and teaching and still, I show up.

I don’t train because I feel like it. I train because I have to.

Your worst days will test you… and those are the days that define you.

Consistency beats everything.

👊🔥

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Larry is a true example of Jiu-Jitsu.

At 60+ years old, he shows up every day, training alongside younger athletes and never backing down. His dedication goes beyond regular classes, he also invests in private lessons to keep improving.

Age is just a number!!!

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Happy Easter from my family to yours 🐰

Nothing compares to seeing the genuine happiness on my son’s face. Moments like this remind me that being a father is my greatest blessing.

Easter is about love, sacrifice, and new beginnings. It’s a time to be grateful.

He is risen. 🙏

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Double gold for Ryan in Gi and NoGi at a Brazilian jiu jitsu tournament. 2026 AGF tournament. Let’s go team Ryan Sampaio !!!

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Starting the 2026 season strong. Gold for Ryan in Judo.

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

Today, Ryan competed in his first freestyle tournament in the 8U division. At just 6 years old, he stepped up to face older and more experienced opponents.

He had four matches, earning three wins by pin and finishing as a finalist.

I couldn’t be more proud of him.

[Sandro Sampaio @Sampaiobjj]

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