Emily Bacher Galvão

Professor & Women’s Team/Youth Instructor

Emily received her black belt in 2023 from Prof Daniel Galvão after beginning her training under him in UAE 2014. She currently co-instructs our kid’s classes, and leads our Women’s Program at Mãozinha BJJ.

She has competed at all levels, and is a 2x Bronze medalist at IBJJF Master Worlds, Pan Americans, Jiu Jitsu Con, and is a multiple times Gold medalist/podium at IBJJF Opens & at local competitions.

Emily is a co-founder Houston Femme BJJ, a Houston-based organization originating in 2018 that brings women and young ladies from around the Greater-Houston area (and beyond) together for training and fellowship opportunities through monthly meetups and organization of scholarships for women to compete and continue their training.

IBJJF Certified Black Belt

Safe Sport Certified