Horlando Monteiro is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Jair Lourenço, Gustavo Dantas, Bruno 'Alminha' Moreno, and Marcelo 'Caneta' Pinheiro - being a representative of the Kimura/Nova União academy in the sport's international circuit. Widely regarded as one of the most talented competitors of his generation, Monteiro earned his reputation in the lower belt divisions of jiu-jitsu with important wins at the IBJJF World Championship, UAEJJF World Pro Championship, European International Open, Pan American Championship, and many other important tournaments.