Rillion Gracie Jr.

Master Rilion Gracie is the youngest male son of Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr.—the foundational pioneer of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the creator of modern Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Born directly into the world of the mats, Rilion’s life has been defined by a commitment to healthy living, personal growth, and the deep philosophical concepts of the Gracie legacy. He is proud to have been mentored and trained directly by his father, Carlos Sr., and his late brother Rolls Gracie, who is widely regarded as the forefather of modern Jiu-Jitsu.Elite Competitive CareerBefore Jiu-Jitsu evolved into a global sport, it was primarily practiced as a pure martial art rooted in respect, hierarchy, discipline, self-control, and patience. Rilion carried these principles into a fierce 15-year competitive career spanning both Jiu-Jitsu and freestyle matches.The Unbeaten Record: Throughout his entire competitive career as a Black Belt, Rilion achieved the legendary feat of never being submitted—neither in official competition nor in sparring sessions.”100% Technical”: Widely recognized across the martial arts community for his flawless mastery of the art, Rilion earned a reputation for being entirely technical, relying on leverage, precision, and strategy over brute strength.Global Impact & LegacyRilion has been a monumental figure in expanding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu both in Brazil and internationally:Academy Pioneer: In the early 1980s, alongside teaching at the historic Gracie Ipanema academy, he co-founded the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu School in the Barra da Tijuca neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro alongside his brothers Crolin and Carlos Jr.U.S. Introduction: In 1988, Rilion served as one of the head instructors at the very first Gracie Jiu-Jitsu seminar in the United States, an event famously hosted by martial arts icon and actor Chuck Norris.The Next Generation: Today, Rilion continues to pass down the family tradition to his students and his son, Roggan Gracie, ensuring that the third generation continues to honor the original purity and discipline of the art.”Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art based on the principles of respect, hierarchy, discipline, self-control, self-confidence, and patience. The ultimate objective is rendering the opponent into submission.”