Rio de Janeiro, Brazil:--- Melissa Bardfield, St Maarten's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor competed in the South American International Masters Champions on July 29th in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Melissa won her division, earning her first championship title as a black belt and is now preparing for the Master World Championships in Las Vegas August 24-26. Competing in back-to-back events takes advantage of the summer months while her St Maarten Jiu Jitsu school is on school vacation. Melissa was the recipient of the 2016 Brown Pelican Sports Awards Female athlete of the year. Jiu Jitsu classes for adults and children at SXM BJJ resume in September, for more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
