About Us

Coach Luigi Fioravanti

Founder –  Avanti Jiu Jitsu & Combatives LLC

Head Instructor - Orlando Kudo Club

Luigi Fioravanti is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, seasoned martial artist, and former UFC and M-1 Global fighter with over a decade of experience competing at the highest levels of mixed martial arts.

Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, Coach Luigi holds a 3rd-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a 1st dan/shodan black belt in Kudo Daido Juku. He also has extensive training in Judo, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Kyokushin Karate, and Boxing, blending traditional martial arts with modern combat principles.

As the founder of Avanti Jiu Jitsu & Combatives LLC and head instructor at Orlando Kudo Club, Coach Luigi brings a wealth of knowledge to the mats. His classes focus on effective self-defense, competitive training, and developing the physical and mental discipline that martial arts instills.

In addition to his martial arts credentials, Coach Luigi is an active law enforcement officer and a certified Defensive Tactics Instructor through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). He integrates real-world experience into every class, ensuring students learn practical and proven techniques.