Rafael Lovato Jr., a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Carlos Machado, made history as the first non-Brazilian to win the CBJJ Brazilian National Championship (2007) and the open weight division (2013). Also an IBJJF World Champion (2007) and Bellator middleweight titleholder (2019), he now leads Lovato BJJ and 6 Blades team.

Instagram: @lovatorbjj

Dan Strauss, an accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, holds titles like ADCC and NAGA European Champion. A Polaris, EBI, and ADCC veteran, he is also the host of the Raspberry Ape Podcast, where he explores grappling and training insights. Known for his unique grip strength training, Dan teaches worldwide.

Instagram: @raspberry_ape

Ross Nicholls, Head Instructor at London Grapple BJJ, is a decorated competitor with titles including ADCC European Trials Champion and IBJJF British No-Gi National Champion. Known for notable victories over top grapplers, Ross brings extensive competition experience and technical expertise to his students at London Grapple.

Instagram: @rossnichollsbjj

Natalie Day, from Oxford, England, is the UK’s first woman to independently own and run a jiu-jitsu academy, GROW JIU JITSU. A black belt under Mauricio Gomes and current European Champion, she also founded GROW EVENTS and offers the UK’s first jiu-jitsu apprenticeship program for aspiring professionals.

Website: growjiujitsu.com

Instagram: @growjiujitsu, @growevents

Chris “Kit” Macken, a UK brown belt and active competitor, recently debuted with a win on Polaris via leg lock. His Leg Lock Lab classes focus on leg techniques, including setups, counters, and escapes—essential knowledge for any grappler. Kit’s method emphasizes reverse-engineering for mastery.

Instagram: @nogisus_of_newazareth

Joe Notebaert, founder of the Mallorca BJJ and Yoga Festival and head instructor at Mallorca BJJ, leads the festival’s complete beginner BJJ classes, offering newcomers a structured introduction to the sport. A black belt under Cesar Lima, Joe blends his BJJ expertise with his event planning skills to create a unique festival experience.

Website: www.mallorcabjj.com

Jon Thomas, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and instructor, trained under Romero Cavalcanti and Lucas Lepri. Known for his technical expertise and Toreando Pass, he has won numerous IBJJF titles, including World and Pan Championships. Jon currently coaches at Valhalla Jiu-Jitsu in Sweden.

Instagram: @jonthomasbjj

Cameron Shayne, founder of Budokon University, pioneered the integration of martial arts, yoga, and mobility into a unified movement system. His innovative classes blend jiu jitsu, yoga, and calisthenics, promoting strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. 

Instagram: @cameronshayne, @budokonuniversity

Melayne Shayne, leader of the Budokon Yoga Program, blends yoga, martial arts, and self-reflection to inspire personal growth. As founder of the Warrior Women Tribe, she empowers women worldwide through movement, retreats, and workshops, fostering connection and transformation in a supportive, co-creative space.

Instagram: @themelayneshayne, @budokonuniversity

Jelena Lieberberg, a Berlin-based yoga instructor and naturopath, is known for her dynamic KICK ASS YOGA style. A former TV presenter, she has led workshops across Europe and authored books on yoga and mobility. Jelena combines holistic therapies with yoga to support yogis, athletes, and movers.

Instagram: @jelenalieberberg

Helena Rosenthal, a dedicated Ashtanga Vinyasa teacher since 2008, earned level 2 authorization from Sharath Jois. She has led programs in São Paulo, London, and now Mallorca. Helena blends her yoga teaching with a passion for music, particularly through Kirtans. Her approach fosters deep self-connection and mindfulness.

Website: www.helenarosenthal.com

Instagram: @helena_rosenthal

Angela Selivanova, a yoga instructor from Latvia, has taught since 2010, currently based at Bodhana Yoga Studio in Mallorca. Trained under Paul Dallaghan, R. Sharath Jois, and Vinay Kumar, Angela integrates yoga’s science and spirituality for holistic well-being. She leads advanced Vinyasa, philosophy, Pranayama, and meditation classes.

Websites: www.samahitaretreat.com, sharathjois.com, sthalam8.com, pranavashya.com

Chris has been teaching Yoga since 2018 after completing a 200-hour training, specializing in Yoga for Athletes and Men. A BJJ purple belt, he integrates Yoga into Combat Sports to enhance performance, resilience, and health. As a physiotherapist and coach, he has trained amateurs and pros, tailoring programs to their needs. In 2021, he founded Evolve Now Yoga to help others elevate their athletic and mental potential.

Instagram: @evolvenow.yoga

Joshua Marin-Hepfl, a certified yoga instructor and Southern California native, began exploring movement through competitive skateboarding. A Yoga practitioner since 2002, he has taught Promayoga™ Vinyasa and AcroFlow® since 2008 in the U.S. and internationally. Now based in Mallorca, he leads classes, workshops, and runs Studio Invert, inspiring students to realize their full potential.

Website:JoshuaYoga.com

Instagram:@joshua.yoga.pole | @studio.invert.official

Carmen Jaguar is a spiritual guide specializing in emotional liberation and reconnection with the body’s natural flow. With a background in coaching and ancestral medicines, she helps others expand consciousness through deep listening and presence. Alongside her partner Bruno, she offers Bufo Alvarius and Kambo sessions at a private villa during the festival, with Q&A sessions held on-site.

Instagram: @carmenjaguar

Simon Kenion Shears, author, philosopher, and fitness coach, will give three talks at the Spring festival. His 2022 book, Working [it] Out: What Actually Makes Us Exercise?, challenges common views on motivation, exploring exercise through evolutionary psychology. Simon also founded Fresh Fitness Clubs, promoting sustainable exercise habits.

Daniel Vivas, an arm wrestling coach and bronze medalist at the Arnold Classic in Madrid, will lead two seminars at the festival, plus “beat the champ” challenges for attendees. Based in Mallorca, Daniel is also a National Police helicopter pilot. Two arm wrestling tables will be available throughout the festival.

Instagram: @daniel_armpower

Luke Wills, raised in Mallorca, is a certified instructor in the Wim Hof Method, Oxygen Advantage, and Art of Breath. His global journey includes diving, Thai boxing, and winter ascents, teaching that mind-body mastery unlocks our full potential. Luke’s sessions focus on breathwork, movement, and reconnecting with nature.

Instagram: @lukemallorca

Fiona, an international cacao medicine guide and energy healer, leads cacao ceremonies for self-discovery and inner healing. Her sessions combine cacao with meditation, breathwork, and intuitive movement, creating a space for reconnecting with empathy and emotions. Originally from Australia, Fiona now resides in Barcelona.

Instagram: @thrivingessence

Bruno Maroto is a heart-centered facilitator and Kambô practitioner with over a decade of experience guiding transformative healing journeys. Drawing from Amazonian wisdom and global traditions, he offers spiritual coaching, retreats, and Kambô ceremonies that reconnect individuals to their inner truth and the source of life—love.

Instagram: @divineibruno

Anne-Christin is an Embodiment Coach specializing in body movement, intuitive dance, mindfulness, and Reiki to guide personal transformation. Her workshops help clients reconnect with their bodies, unlock intuition, and shift limiting beliefs. Based in Mallorca, she offers online and in-person coaching to promote daily joy and balanced living.

Website: www.thebeautyofnow.net

Instagram: @the.beauty.of.now

Vladimir Semenčić, co-founder of the Croatian Summer Salsa Festival, brings his passion for salsa and bachata to the festival this Spring. Since 2005, he and his wife Daniela have created dance events that attract thousands globally, blending dance education with cultural connection. Vladimir’s mission centers on building community through movement.

Instagram:@croatiansummersalsafestival

Julian Chapman is a freedive instructor and full-time geologist with a passion for breath-hold diving. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in safe and enjoyable freediving, from line-diving to spearfishing and cave exploration. Before your first in-water dive, attending an intro briefing is required. Three dive sessions run daily, each with four divers on our apnea raft. Be sure to complete the necessary briefing and booking form before joining.

Instagram: @sea.people.mallorca

Michael Blevins is a coach, athlete, and consultant with a deep-rooted passion for human performance. Known for training Hollywood stars like Henry Cavill, he has worked on films such as Man of Steel and 300: Rise of an Empire. As the co-founder of NonProphet and creator of The Space Program, Michael blends physical training with philosophy, mindfulness, and self-mastery. His approach prioritizes sustainability, effort, and longevity in fitness and life.

Instagram: @gritandteeth

Erin Blevins is a chef, nutrition coach, and founder of shutupEAT and shutupWORK, blending performance nutrition with a love for adventure. She has worked with elite athletes, Hollywood actors, and special forces, including transforming Henry Cavill for Justice League. Her approach combines hard training, intuitive eating, and a passion for great food.

Instagram: @shutup_eat

Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” is a pioneering investor and early advocate of cryptocurrency, helping build the first generation of crypto businesses including Bitcoin.com, Blockchain.com, and XRP. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Roger’s passion for freedom and personal growth drives his work. At Mallorca BJJ & Yoga Fest, he will share how crypto principles and a martial arts mindset empower greater freedom and sovereignty.

Website: rogerver.com

Instagram: @roger