Name: Rodrigo Gracie
Record: 6-2-1
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 185lbs
Birth Date: 3/11/1975
City: Rio De Janeiro
Country: Brazil
Team Association: Team Royce Gracie
Rodrigo Gracie was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to a Jiu-Jitsu master Reylson Gracie. His grandfather Carlos Gracie along with his uncle Helio Gracie are the founders of
what today is know as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As member of the legendary Gracie family
its no surprise that Rodrigo was introduced to Jiu-Jitsu from early age.
Rodrigo received his black belt from his father Reylson Gracie at the age of 19.
Shortly after Rodrigo moved to California to teach Jiu-Jitsu. He found his way to
New York city, were he was training with his cousin Renzo Gracie. The demand for
Jiu-Jitsu was high so Rodrigo took advantage of the opportunity and opened his own
academy in New York City.
Looking for new challenges and opportunities Rodrigo moved to Los Angeles California where they were welcomed by Rodrigo's cousin Royce Gracie. Rodrigo and Royce have started to train together as well as spend a lot of time as a family. Currently Rodrigo teaches in Torrance, CA. as well as travels conducting seminars all all of Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Networks.
