Valerie Carrico began her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey in January 2017 and has been a dedicated competitor ever since earning her blue belt. Known for her consistency and drive, she has earned numerous IBJJF titles across both gi and no-gi divisions at every belt level.

She was promoted to purple belt in 2021, where she achieved major victories including gold medals at the Pan Championships and Jiu-Jitsu Con. She continued her success through brown belt, earning podium finishes at IBJJF No-Gi Worlds (Bronze, 2023), Pan Championships (Silver, 2024), and multiple Open titlesincluding gold at the Atlanta and Virginia Opens.

On August 5, 2024, Valerie was awarded her black beltmarking the next chapter in her journey as both a competitor and coach.

Valerie is passionate about creating a welcoming and empowering environment, with a strong focus on helping more women get involved in Jiu-Jitsu. Join Valerie on the mats in her women’s class and experience high-level training in a supportive community!

Selected results

Gi, Purple Belt
IBJJF Orlando Open Light Feather 2021: Gold
IBJJF Orlando Open Class 2021: Silver
IBJJF Memphis Light Feather 2021: Gold
IBJJF Memphis Open Class 2021: Silver
IBJJF Charleston Feather 2021: Gold
IBJJF Charlotte Light Feather 2021: Gold
IBJJF Charlotte Open Class 2021: Gold
Jiu-Jitsu Con International Light Feather 2021: Gold
IBJJF World Masters Light Feather 2021: Silver
IBJJF Atlanta Open Light Feather 2022: Silver
IBJJF Pans Light Feather 2022: Gold
IBJJF DC Open Light Feather: Gold

Brown Belt
IBJJF No-Gi Worlds Light Feather M1 2023: Bronze
IBJJF Atlanta Light Feather M1 2024: Gold
IBJJF Pans Light Feather 2024: Silver
IBJJF Virginia Light Feather 2024: Gold

No-Gi
IBJJF Orlando Open Light Feather Nogi 2021: Gold
IBJJF Orlando Open Class Nogi 2021: Gold
IBJJF Charlotte Light Feather 2021: Gold

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