Originally from Brazil, Michael resides in Las Vegas to further himself as a professional MMA fighter, and train side by side with people that motivate him and share his training mentality. An athlete throughout his career, Michael has trained alongside Wanderlei in the Chute Boxe Academy, along with such experienced fighters as Anderson ‘Spider’ Silva, Mauricia ‘Shogun’ Rua and Fabricio Verdum.
He has had the chance to learn very much at the side of such great champions and has acquired valuable experience from all of them. Learning and receiving his black belt in Muay Thai under the tutelage of Rafael Cordeiro, considered one of the best trainers and creator of champions in the world. Michael is also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, receiving his instruction at Gracie Humaita Academy under Grand Master Royler Gracie. With 16 professional MMA bouts, he has competed in events such as Storm Samurai, Shooto, Sengoku Japan, and Art of War in China.
His personal goal in life and as a part of Wand Fight Team is to continue learning and claim his space among the best, as well as to contribute in forming great athletes and champions on the team both inside and out.