Cindy Omatsu

Cindy Omatsu
BornCynthia Ann Omatsu
(1961-01-18) January 18, 1961
Torrance, California
ResidenceTorrance, California
Nationality American
StyleBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Teacher(s)Rigan Machado, Leka Vieira
Rank  Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Other information
OccupationBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
UniversityEl Camino Junior College

Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Omatsu (born January 18, 1961 in Torrance, California) is a Japanese-American black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under senior instructor Rigan Machado and Leka Vieira. She is best known for being the first Asian-American and first woman outside of Brazil to be promoted to black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.