Joao has been teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the Austin area for two decades, and has operated his own school in Dripping Springs for sixteen years. A few years ago he expanded to Austin, and now owns and operates two jiu-jitsu schools in the Austin area.

Joao is considered to be an expert in teaching children jiu-jitsu, and many of the top Brazilian jiu-jitsu coaches and school owners have turned to him for advice on starting their own children's programs. He has created numerous DVDs and video resources for instructors on teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and has schools affiliated with him across the country and overseas. Joao speaks four languages, and has also traveled throughout Europe teaching seminars and spreading the art of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He currently resides in Austin, TX, and when he's not teaching BJJ he enjoys outdoor activities such as rock climbing, hiking, and swimming.