Roger Gracie

Roger Gracie is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competitor and mixed martial artist, widely celebrated as one of the most accomplished grapplers in history. Born on September 26, 1981, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Roger is a proud member of the iconic Gracie family, which revolutionized martial arts by founding and popularizing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As the grandson of Carlos Gracie Sr., one of the creators of BJJ, Roger upholds the family legacy with unparalleled success on the mats.

A 10-time BJJ World Champion and a 2-time ADCC champion, Roger is known for his relentless focus on fundamental techniques, earning victories with precision and consistency. His dominance was exemplified in the 2009 BJJ World Championship, where he submitted every opponent using the same cross choke from mount, solidifying his reputation as a technical genius.

Roger also had a successful mixed martial arts career, retiring with a professional record of 8-2. Today, he dedicates his time to teaching and spreading the art of BJJ through his global academy network, continuing to honor the Gracie family’s mission of sharing jiu-jitsu with the world