I just heard that the guys at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Cape Town are arranging to have Ryron Gracie visit the Academy later this year. What awesome news. To actually have a third generation Gracie and Helio Gracie’s oldest grandson visiting our academy is such an exciting event. If you have ever watched any of Ryron or [...]

Grand Master Helio Gracie :  October 1, 1913 – January 29, 2009 It is with great sadness that I learned about the passing of the legend himself. Helio Gracie changed the world of modern Martial Arts and I’m sure his passing will be felt by thousands (if not millions) around the world. Rest in peace [...]