Éricka Almeida is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Herman Gutierrez, who also worked extensively with coach Rodrigo Fajardo of the Gracie Barra Academy. Known mainly for her work as a cage fighter, competing in prime mixed martial arts (MMA) promotions such as Jungle Fight and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Almeida is also a revered grappling competitor, with wins at the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation's (IBJJF) South America Championship and Brazilian Nationals.