Gustavo Dantas with his four black belts after they received their second degree. Photo: Personal Archive

The night of Oct. 1 was very special for GMA member Gustavo Dantas, who in 2008 promoted his very first four black belts: Gary Matsch, Steve Judson, Chris Lopez and Brian Mitchell.

Now six years later, they have been promoted to their second degree.

“These guys have been with me since 2000/2001. I really appreciate their loyalty and friendship,” said the leader of GD Jiu-Jitsu Association. Gustavo has been in Arizona for nearly fifteen years, and he has produced twenty-one black belts.

Learn more about Gustavo Dantas and the GDJJ Association at www.gdjiujitsu.com