The Luta Livre and BJJ black belt is himself a veteran of Mixed Martial Arts with 25 professional fights in his record. In the process, he fought to the currently largest European labels "Cagewarriors" and "FX3" and was also in world title fights in both organizations. 

His immense experience and his over the decades good contacts worldwide in the scene benefit him especially in the organization of national and international events of Shooto in Germany.