Who Is Royce Gracie

A Legendary Figure in Martial Arts

Royce Gracie is the son of Helio Gracie, a pioneer in martial arts emphasizing technique and leverage over brute strength. Royce began training at a young age, cultivating a profound understanding of grappling and combat strategies.

Royce Gracie UFC Hall of Famer and jiu-jitsu legend
Royce Gracie competing in the UFC championship

UFC Pioneer & Hall of Famer

He won UFC 1, UFC 2, and UFC 4, becoming the first inductee into the UFC Hall of Fame. His matches proved that technique and leverage triumph over size and strength.

Our Connection to Royce

Head Coach John King earned his black belt directly from Royce — one of fewer than 200 worldwide.