06/11/2026
This foto takes me back to where it all began. Besides me is my first instructor , Carlos Gracie Jr, the man who introduced me to jiujitsu , guided my path, and ultimately tied my black belt around my waist. The techniques, the discipline, the values, and the lessons that have stayed with me throughout my life all trace back to those early days on the mat. Today seeing him receive the red belt the highest honor in Brazilian JiuJitsu is a reminder of the extraordinary impact one person can have on generations of students around the world. A belt is a symbol , but a legacy is built through service , leadership , and the lives you touch. Few have contributed more to our art than Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Thank you for opening the door to this journey and for inspiring so many of us to walk through it. Congratulations on this historic achievement . Your legacy will live far beyond the mats. Carlos Gracie Jr
