Instructor at Renzo Gracie Latham
Professor Richie Altieri
Professor Richie Altieri, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Bruno Tostes, blends wrestling background with high-level coaching.
Professor Richie's Biography
Richie Altieri has trained under Professor Bruno Tostes of Renzo Gracie Latham for years, earning his black belt and honing a deep mastery of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. With a strong wrestling foundation, he teaches control, strategy, and efficiency, shaping students at every level. From aiding UFC fighter Matt Hammill alongside Bruno to cornering Tommy Marcelino in PFL fights, Richie blends precise instruction with hands-on guidance, boosting skills and confidence on the mats.
Facts about Professor Richie
- Assisted in training UFC fighter Matt Hamill with Bruno Tostes.
- Cornered Tommy Marcelino, a Renzo Gracie Latham black belt, in his PFL career.
- Richie is a strength and conditioning coach, and helped multiple wrestlers reach State Championships
- Has taught BJJ seminars in Czech Republic with Professor Bruno
- Professor Richie Teaches our fundamentals (B) program as well as some intermediate and advanced classes
- Richie was inducted into the Greater Amsterdam School District Hall of Fame in
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