Plinio Augusto Leme is an extraordinary BJJ competitor and internationally recognized coach. Known for his unparalleled skill, dedication, and innovative approach, Plinio has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of world-class fighters and advancing the global prominence of the sport. With a blend of technical mastery and strategic brilliance, he has mentored numerous champions, earning accolades and recognition within the highest echelons of competitive Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Hometown: São Paulo, Brazil
Family: Married to Larissa (Brown Belt in BJJ)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Accomplishments:
IBJJF:
- 1st Place Austin Winter International 2024 OPEN M2 Heavy
- 2nd Place Waco International OPEN NO GI 2023 M1 Absolute
- 2nd Place Waco International OPEN NO GI 2023 M1 Heavy
- 2nd Place Waco International OPEN M1 2023 Heavy
- 3rd Place Master International Jiu-Jitsu Championship South America 2023 M1 Middle Heavy
- 3rd Place Rio Fall International OPEN Jiu-Jitsu Championship NO GI 2022 M1 Absolute
- 2nd Place Rio Fall International OPEN Jiu-Jitsu Championship NO GI 2022 M1 Middle Heavy
- 3rd Place Rio Fall International OPEN 2022 M1 Middle Heavy
- 2nd Place Curitiba Summer International OPEN Jiu-Jitsu Championship NO GI 2020 M1 Middle Heavy
- 2nd Place São Paulo International OPEN Jiu-Jitsu Championship NO GI 2019 M1 Middle Heavy
- 3rd Place São Paulo International OPEN Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2019 M1 Middle Heavy
- 3rd Place São Paulo BJJ PRO Championship 2019 M1 Middle Heavy
FPJJ:
- 3rd Place Second Stage Paulista Circuit 2019 M1 Middle Heavy
CBJJD:
- 2nd Place Brazilian Championship M1 Middle Heavy
AJP TOUR UAE:
- 1st Place AJP TOUR Lubbock International PRO – GI M2 – 94kg 2024
- 1st Place AJP TOUR Lubbock International PRO – NO GI M2 – 120 kg 2024
- 1st Place Abu Dhabi International Pro Jiu-Jitsu Championship – Barueri - GI Adult - 85 kg 2019
- 3rd Place Abu Dhabi National Pro Jiu-Jitsu Championship - Brazil - GI Adult - 85kg 2020
- 2nd Place AJP TOUR Guarapari International PRO – GI M1 – 85 kg 2022
CBJJE/FESP:
- 2nd Place Sport Jiu-Jitsu World Championship NO GI – Araçariguama M1 Middle Heavy 2021
- 1st Place State Final of Sport Jiu-Jitsu – Itapecerica da Serra M1 Middle Heavy 2020
- 1st Place South American of Sport Jiu-Jitsu – Taubaté M1 Middle Heavy 2020
- 2nd Place South American of Sport Jiu-Jitsu NO GI – Taubaté M1 Middle Heavy 2020
- 3rd Place Brazilian Championship of Sport Jiu-Jitsu - Caieiras M1 Middle Heavy 2020
- 1st Place International of Sport Jiu-Jitsu – São Paulo M1 Middle Heavy 2019
- 2nd Place International of Sport Jiu-Jitsu – São Paulo M1 Absolute 2019
- 1st Place International of Sport Jiu-Jitsu NO GI - São Paulo M1 Middle Heavy 2019
- 1st Place South American of Sport Jiu-Jitsu M1 – São Paulo M1 Medium 2019
- 3rd Place Sport Jiu-Jitsu World Championship – São Paulo M1 Medium 2019
- 1st Place Sport Jiu-Jitsu World Championship NO GI – São Carlos Adult Medium 2017
- 1st Place Sport Jiu-Jitsu World Championship NO GI – São Paulo Adult Absolute 2016
- 2nd Place Paulista of Sport Jiu-Jitsu – São Paulo Adult Medium 2016
- 1st Place Paulista of Natural Submission Fight – São Paulo Adult Medium 2016
- 1st Place Brazilian of Natural Submission Fight – São Paulo Adult Medium 2016
- 1st Place International São Paulo Cup – São Paulo Adult Medium 2016
- 1st International São Paulo OPEN – São Paulo Adult Medium 2016
Superfight Events:
- 1st Place Ilha Fight NO GI - Ilha Comprida Adult Combined Weight 2016
- 1st Place Golden Talent BJJ 2nd Edition – São Paulo Adult Heavy Weight 2021
- 1st Place Golden Talent BJJ 3rd Edition – São Paulo Adult Heavy Weight 2021
- 1st Place Arena Fighter Jiu-Jitsu – Embu das Artes Combined Weight 2019
Plinio Augusto Leme's competitive record and achievements firmly establish him as one of the most active and respected black belt competitors in São Paulo, a city renowned as a global hub for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His relentless pursuit of excellence and remarkable success across a broad spectrum of prestigious tournaments highlight not only his skill and dedication but also his esteemed standing within the BJJ community. He has recently relocated to McKinney, Tx with his wife and daughter.
