Taking an individualized, root cause approach to health.

I help my clients build confidence, create healthy habits, feel better in their bodies, and discover what truly works for them.

From Self-Defense to Self-Mastery — A Life Built on Purpose

My name is Bárbara Pires, and for more than a decade I’ve devoted my life to the pursuit of excellence—on the mat, in the mind, and in the heart.

But this journey didn’t begin with medals or achievements.
It began with a single, powerful decision:

To protect myself.

I discovered Brazilian Jiu Jitsu through self-defense. In the beginning, it wasn’t about victory—it was about survival, confidence, and control. That moment changed my life. It gave me the tools to stand strong not just physically, but mentally. It became the foundation for everything that followed.

What started as a means of protection grew into a way of life.
And eventually, into my calling:

To help others unlock their strength—from the inside out.

🏆 Competitive Achievements

  • 3× IBJJF World Champion
  • 9× South American Champion
  • 7× Brazilian National Champion
  • 6× South American No-Gi Champion
  • 5× American National Champion
  • 1× European Champion

Over the years, my commitment has expanded far beyond the physical. My curiosity about human performance and personal transformation led me to study the mind at a deep level.

I am a Master Practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), a Certified Hypnotherapist, and a lifelong student of human behavior. These tools allow me not only to train the body, but to guide people in reshaping their thoughts, dissolving mental barriers, and rewriting the stories that hold them back.

Because real transformation doesn’t start on the outside.
It starts within.

What I Do

  • Teach real-world self-defense rooted in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
  • Deliver motivational talks that inspire belief and action
  • Provide High Performance Coaching that blends martial arts discipline, mental clarity, and emotional mastery
  • Use NLP and hypnotherapy to remove internal blocks, build confidence, and create deep, lasting change

Whether you’re an athlete in transition, a leader seeking clarity, or someone ready to reclaim their power—I’m here to walk this path with you.

It begins with protecting yourself.
Then mastering yourself.
Then rising into your highest self.

“It’s not about being the best in the world — it’s about being the best for your world.”

Let’s begin your transformation.

Why Work With Me

Choosing a coach or mentor is personal. You’re not just looking for someone with skill you’re looking for someone you can trust with your goals, your challenges, and your growth. Here’s why my clients choose to work with me:

1. A Rare Blend of Physical Mastery and Mental Expertise

Most coaches specialize in either the body or the mind. I bring both.
With over a decade of elite athletic experience and advanced certifications in NLP and hypnotherapy, I help clients transform on every level physical, mental, and emotional.

2. Real Results Grounded in Real Experience

My teachings didn’t come from a book. They came from pressure, adversity, competition, and personal evolution. I’ve lived the highs, the lows, the breakthroughs, and the rebuilding.
I share what works because I’ve lived it.

3. A Personalized Approach to Your Growth

There is no one-size-fits-all formula. Your goals, your history, and your challenges are unique. Together, we create a plan tailored to you, your pace, and your vision.

4. A Safe, Supportive, and Judgment-Free Space

Transformation requires trust.
My coaching environment is grounded in respect, compassion, and confidentiality so you can grow without pressure, fear, or comparison.

5. Tools That Create Lasting Change

This isn’t about quick fixes or temporary motivation.
I use proven techniques rooted in martial arts discipline, mindset training, and deep subconscious work to create lasting results that stay with you long after our sessions end.

6. A Coach Who Truly Cares

My mission is simple: to help you become stronger, calmer, more confident, and more aligned with who you want to be. Your success is my purpose.