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Where Does Charles Oliveira Train in Texas?
UFC lightweight Charles Oliveira has had a long road to the top of the mountain in his tenured UFC run. ‘do Bronx’ has competed in the organization since August 2010 and is riding an 8-fight win streak toward his title shot. Through it all, Charles Oliveira has been under the watchful eye of Head Coach Diego Lima under Chute Boxe, Sao Paulo.
Oliveira has trained with the Brazilian team for over a decade and has transformed into a top contender. Fighting out of Houston, Texas, Charles Oliveira also has associations with Macaco Gold Team Texas under Jiu-Jitsu ace Jorge Patino ‘Macaco’. Jorge ‘Macaco’ is an MMA manager and is a credentialed fifth-degree BJJ Black belt and second-degree Judo Black belt.
Under the aforementioned fighting system, Charles Oliveira has managed to grow into a lethal combatant on the verge of gold. Moreover, he’s become accustomed to training back and forth between Sao Paulo and Houston, thus easing his training fluidity. Just days away from his title shot, Oliveira gears up with his top team of coaches putting in the finishing touches.
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Charles Oliveira speaks out on his training gyms
‘do Bronx’ spoke out as he wrapped up his training in Brazil for UFC 262 and shared some insight into his training camps. Oliveira has had the advantage of being with the same team for a meaningful period of time and growing under their tutelage. It’s clear that he values the expertise passed on by his trainers and recognizes the growth he’s had.
“I’m really thankful to God for putting me where I am today. For having this amazing team Chute Boxe Diego Lima and Macaco, and all the coaches… Chute Boxe is special because it isn’t a team, it’s a family.”
“The same team, the same family, everybody helping me achieve my dream… When I started, I remember I said I was a boy among the Lions. Today I feel like a Lion among the lions.”
Charles Oliveira has an uphill battle in the form of Michael Chandler, who is a tried and tested champion. However, his most recent performances against names like Tony Ferguson will provide the necessary confidence under the bright lights.
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