Victor Silvério Santos

Victor Silvério was born on July 3, 1991, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. At age 15, inspired by classmates already involved in grappling, he began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Leandrinho Barroso at Game Fight, an affiliate of the prestigious Gama Filho (UGF) academy. His early exposure to high-level instruction laid a solid foundation for his future competitive success.

Initially guided by Leandrinho Barroso, Silvério earned his blue and purple belts through dedicated training and consistent performance. Even as a white belt, Victor regularly visited the renowned Gama Filho headquarters, benefiting from the mentorship of esteemed instructor Julio Cesar. Following internal restructuring at Gama Filho and the subsequent creation of Grappling Fight Team (GFT), Silvério remained loyal to Julio Cesar, who awarded him his brown belt and ultimately his black belt in December 2013.

In 2015, Victor relocated to the United States to elevate his competitive career. Initially based in Florida, he coached and trained alongside elite grapplers such as Gilbert Burns, AJ Sousa, and Mikey Musumeci. In 2017, Silvério moved to California, joining Romulo Barral's acclaimed Gracie Barra Northridge academy, recognized as one of the era's most competitive training environments.

Victor Silvério is known for his intense, tactical approach to competition. Early in his black belt career, he competed without significant weight cutting, briefly testing himself at 168 lbs during his brown belt tenure. Later, he strategically transitioned to the lightweight division, emphasizing improved conditioning and disciplined weight management. His analytical mindset and methodical preparation consistently set him apart in high-level tournaments.

Between 2019 and 2020, Silvério expanded his competitive horizons into mixed martial arts (MMA). Training under legendary MMA coach Rafael Cordeiro at Kings MMA, he sharpened his striking and grappling skills alongside UFC standouts such as Beneil Dariush. Victor made his professional MMA debut in 2021 with Cage Fury FC, securing a victory in his first bout. As of late 2023, he holds a professional MMA record of 1–1 and continues to pursue further opportunities in the sport.

Despite his MMA endeavors, Silvério maintained his grappling credentials, returning to elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition at FloGrappling’s 2025 WNO 26 in February 2025. In his WNO debut, he secured an impressive victory via rear-naked choke, reaffirming his status among the sport's elite grapplers. Victor continues to balance both MMA and grappling competitions, maintaining prominence in each discipline.

Beyond competition, Victor Silvério serves as an instructor and valued training partner at Romulo Barral’s Gracie Barra Northridge academy. His tactical insights, extensive competitive experience, and disciplined approach significantly contribute to the development of teammates and students. Balancing coaching responsibilities with active competition, Silvério remains an influential figure, positively impacting the growth and success of those around him.