Had the honor of trimming Aiemann Zahabi’s beard before his fight against Jose Aldo in Montreal. Humble, grateful, and locked in—this wasn’t just a cut, it was part of the mindset.
UFC fighter Chris “The Action Man” Curtis credited Claudio Ferreira and Fade Room Barbershop in Toronto for his fresh fight‑night haircut after his win over Marc‑André Barriault, even giving the shop a shoutout on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani.
I had the honor of cutting Dricus Du Plessis’ hair before his fight in Toronto. As the first African UFC champion, he connected with my Portuguese heritage and shared stories from his time in Africa. I gifted him some of my products and told him I believed he’d win, even as the underdog. His calm, focused energy during the cut made me feel he was ready — and he proved it by becoming the new middleweight UFC champion. I’m grateful I got to play a small part in his fight‑week journey.
Claudio Ferreira, known as Claudio the Barber, gears up for the UFC event in Toronto. Experience his journey of prepping Priscila "Zombie Girl" Cachoeira with a striking side shave and design haircut, boosting her confidence for the fight. Claudio's craftsmanship and the fighter stories of dedication make this a moment to remember. Read on to discover how a simple haircut can play a pivotal role in the world of MMA.
Before his fight in UFC 297 in Toronto against Brad Katona, UFC fighter Garret Armfield ensured he followed his pre-fight ritual. A key part of this ritual was getting a fresh haircut from Toronto barber, Claudio Ferreira.
For Garret, maintaining his grooming routine is about more than just appearance; it's a mental preparation, a way to get into the right headspace before stepping into the octagon.
I had the pleasure of connecting with Chris Curtis before his arrival in Toronto to give him a fresh haircut. Chris, known as "The Action Man," is not only an great MMA fighter with a record of 31-12-0, 1 NC, but also a genuinely great person. During his visit to Toronto for UFC 297, where he fought Marc-André Barriault, I ensured he looked his best. Chris won the fight by split decision in the third round, showcasing his skill and determination. Grateful to have met him.