Amanda Bruse

Amanda Bruse is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and coach based in San Diego, California. She is known for her dynamic no-gi style and strong competitive performances at major international grappling events.

Before earning her black belt, Amanda achieved numerous podium finishes at the highest levels of colored belt competition, including medals at the IBJJF World Championship, Pan-American Championship, and European Championship. She has also competed at the ADCC North American Trials and other elite no-gi tournaments.

Amanda holds a B.S. in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, San Diego. With her background in psychology, she integrates mental strategy with physical technique, bringing a thoughtful and holistic approach to training and coaching.

Main Achievements: 
  • IBJJF European No-Gi Championship (2025) – Silver
  • IBJJF No-Gi World Championship (2024) – Bronze
  • IBJJF No-Gi Pan-American Championship (2024) – Gold
  • ADCC North American Trials (2024) – 4th Place
  • IBJJF No-Gi World Championship (2023) – Silver
  • ADCC North American Trials (2022) – 4th Place
  • IBJJF No-Gi World Championship (2022) – Silver (brown belt)
  • IBJJF No-Gi Pan-American Championship (2022) – Gold (brown belt)
  • IBJJF No-Gi Pan-American Championship (2022) – Silver (brown belt)
  • IBJJF European Championship (2022) – Bronze (brown belt)
  • IBJJF No-Gi Pan-American Championship (2021) – Silver (brown belt)
  • IBJJF No-Gi World Championship (2020) – Gold (purple belt)

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