---
title: "INSTRUCTORS"
url: https://gbsantaana.com/our-instructors/
author: "Dev"
date: 2026-09-19T18:57:54-07:00
categories: []
tags: []
---

# INSTRUCTORS

The team

 

## Our Instructors

  Experienced leaders committed to technical excellence, student safety and a positive training environment.

      ![Head Instructor Roberto Tussa Alencar](https://gbnewmexico.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/i-ZqXvMd4-X2.jpg)   Head Instructor

 

### Roberto “Tussa” Alencar

 **4th Degree Black Belt** A five-time No-Gi World Champion, Pan American Champion and ADCC Brazil Trials Champion. Professor Tussa brings world-class experience and a deep commitment to developing every student.

 

> “Great instructors don't only teach technique. They help students discover confidence, discipline and a non-quitting attitude.”

      Head Instructor

 

### Ramses Patino

 **1st Degree Black Belt** Professor Ramses Patino is a Black Belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and the Head Instructor of Gracie Barra Santa Ana, with 18 years of dedicated experience in Brazilian [**Jiu-Jitsu**](https://gbsantaana.com/unveiling-the-numerous-benefits-of-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-for-adult-body-strengthening-in-santa-ana-california-bjj-classes-near-me/), wrestling and grappling.

 
- Head Instructor of Gracie Barra Santa Ana
- Black Belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
- 18 Years of BJJ Experience

   ![Head Instructor Ramses Patino](https://gbsantaana.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ramses.webp)              Your first step

 

## Book your class. Start your journey.

 Getting started at Gracie Barra is easy. Our team will help you every step of the way.

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