Danillo "Indio" Villefort
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A Pittsburgh resident, business owner, and Professional MMA Fighter Danillo “Indio” Villefort will be competing in the upcoming Professional Fighters League (PFL) on July 5th, 2018 in Washington D.C. , against Abus Magomedov. Danillo will be competing in the middleweight division of the PFL. The fight will be televised on NBCSN, streamed on Facebook, and available on other on-line platforms. He was recently called back to action by the PFL, which represents his last great chance for becoming a Champion. Unfortunately, Danillo had a short-time to acquire corporate sponsorship (around two months), which made it nearly impossible due to accounting cycles most corporations use. Danillo needs your help in securing the money for trainers, supplements, travel, and lodging to help him prepare for his Championship run.
History
Son the of Vale Tudo Legend Francisco “Master Indio” Silva. Danillo comes from a linage of Brazilian MMA fighters. He has a professional record of 15 wins and 5 loses. Brazilian Native, moving to America in 2006. Danillo is married to Bianca Amado and they have one son. He is a world class practitioner of both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo with over 25 years of experience. Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt via Rio de Janeiro. Professional MMA competitor with bouts in UFC and Pride FC. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion and Bronze Medalist at The IBJJF World Competition and South American Judo Champion. Founding member of the Blackzillians, a professional MMA team including fighters such as Rashad Evans, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson, and Michael “The Menace” Johnson. Member of American Top Team in 2006. Member of the Brazilian Top Team at Pride FC. As a professional trainer, Danillo has coached MMA legends such as Anderson Silva, Tyrone Spong, Minotauro Nogueira, and many other mainstream competitors.
He served a short stint in the UFC in 2009, he was cut from the promotion after losing a fight due to a cut above his eye. The cut formed after an illegal head-butt from his opponent. The head-butt, although Illegal, was deemed accidental. This was a devastating blow to Villefort’s MMA career, however, he continued to fight briefly ending his career in 2016 after defeating Thiago Rela. During this time Danillo established his own school in Pittsburgh, PA, Indio Dojo.
Currently
Owner and operator of Indio Dojo in Pittsburgh, PA where he teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Muay-Thai, and Anti-Bullying & Female Self-Defense. Danillo working to raise awareness in the Western Pennsylvania area. His hope, is to create a nationwide anti-bullying campaign in conjunction with other MMA fighters. This program would start with school assembles and transition into a free workshop/certification program for kids with further interest.
A Pittsburgh resident, business owner, and Professional MMA Fighter Danillo “Indio” Villefort will be competing in the upcoming Professional Fighters League (PFL) on July 5th, 2018 in Washington D.C. , against Abus Magomedov. Danillo will be competing in the middleweight division of the PFL. The fight will be televised on NBCSN, streamed on Facebook, and available on other on-line platforms. He was recently called back to action by the PFL, which represents his last great chance for becoming a Champion. Unfortunately, Danillo had a short-time to acquire corporate sponsorship (around two months), which made it nearly impossible due to accounting cycles most corporations use. Danillo needs your help in securing the money for trainers, supplements, travel, and lodging to help him prepare for his Championship run.
History
Son the of Vale Tudo Legend Francisco “Master Indio” Silva. Danillo comes from a linage of Brazilian MMA fighters. He has a professional record of 15 wins and 5 loses. Brazilian Native, moving to America in 2006. Danillo is married to Bianca Amado and they have one son. He is a world class practitioner of both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo with over 25 years of experience. Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt via Rio de Janeiro. Professional MMA competitor with bouts in UFC and Pride FC. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion and Bronze Medalist at The IBJJF World Competition and South American Judo Champion. Founding member of the Blackzillians, a professional MMA team including fighters such as Rashad Evans, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson, and Michael “The Menace” Johnson. Member of American Top Team in 2006. Member of the Brazilian Top Team at Pride FC. As a professional trainer, Danillo has coached MMA legends such as Anderson Silva, Tyrone Spong, Minotauro Nogueira, and many other mainstream competitors.
He served a short stint in the UFC in 2009, he was cut from the promotion after losing a fight due to a cut above his eye. The cut formed after an illegal head-butt from his opponent. The head-butt, although Illegal, was deemed accidental. This was a devastating blow to Villefort’s MMA career, however, he continued to fight briefly ending his career in 2016 after defeating Thiago Rela. During this time Danillo established his own school in Pittsburgh, PA, Indio Dojo.
Currently
Owner and operator of Indio Dojo in Pittsburgh, PA where he teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Muay-Thai, and Anti-Bullying & Female Self-Defense. Danillo working to raise awareness in the Western Pennsylvania area. His hope, is to create a nationwide anti-bullying campaign in conjunction with other MMA fighters. This program would start with school assembles and transition into a free workshop/certification program for kids with further interest.
Organizer and beneficiary
Matthew Parsons
Organizer
Pittsburgh, PA
Danillo Villefort
Beneficiary