Gracie Sydney Coaches
Gracie Sydney Coaches
Get to know the dedicated Gracie Sydney Instructors who bring expertise and passion to every Jiu-Jitsu session! The professors, coaches and assistants at Gracie Sydney are all highly trained and experienced in the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
Get to know the dedicated Gracie Sydney Instructors who bring expertise and passion to every Jiu-Jitsu session! The professors, coaches and assistants at Gracie Sydney are all highly trained and experienced in the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
They have dedicated their lives to mastering the techniques and principles of this martial art, and they bring this knowledge and expertise to their students.
They have dedicated their lives to mastering the techniques and principles of this martial art, and they bring this knowledge and expertise to their students.
Each instructor has their own unique style and approach to teaching, which allows students to learn from a variety of perspectives and gain a more well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu.
Each instructor has their own unique style and approach to teaching, which allows students to learn from a variety of perspectives and gain a more well-rounded understanding of Jiu-Jitsu.
HEAD COACH
HEAD COACH
HEAD COACH
Tony "Ourico"
Tony "Ourico"
Tony "Ourico"
FIGHT. FLOW. GROW
FIGHT. FLOW. GROW
FIGHT. FLOW. GROW
FIGHT. FLOW. GROW
Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.
Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.
Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.
Tony leads the team with a deep understanding of Jiu-Jitsu and a passion for elevating each student’s game. With decades of experience and a natural ability to connect, he brings out the best in beginners and competitors alike. His approach is clear: flow with purpose, focus on progress, and grow together.
COACH
COACH
COACH
Maria Elisa Thimoteo
Maria Elisa Thimoteo
Maria Elisa Thimoteo
TECHNIQUE. GRACE. PRESSURE.
TECHNIQUE. GRACE. PRESSURE.
TECHNIQUE. GRACE. PRESSURE.
TECHNIQUE. GRACE. PRESSURE.
A Brazilian brown belt with a sharp eye for strategy, Elisa brings precision and presence to every class. Known for her long limbs and her lethal De La Riva sweep into armbar transitions, she helps sharpen our Women’s Program while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. Whether she’s teaching fundamentals or rolling hard, Elisa’s control and calm command attention on the mats.
A Brazilian brown belt with a sharp eye for strategy, Elisa brings precision and presence to every class. Known for her long limbs and her lethal De La Riva sweep into armbar transitions, she helps sharpen our Women’s Program while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. Whether she’s teaching fundamentals or rolling hard, Elisa’s control and calm command attention on the mats.
A Brazilian brown belt with a sharp eye for strategy, Elisa brings precision and presence to every class. Known for her long limbs and her lethal De La Riva sweep into armbar transitions, she helps sharpen our Women’s Program while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. Whether she’s teaching fundamentals or rolling hard, Elisa’s control and calm command attention on the mats.
A Brazilian brown belt with a sharp eye for strategy, Elisa brings precision and presence to every class. Known for her long limbs and her lethal De La Riva sweep into armbar transitions, she helps sharpen our Women’s Program while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. Whether she’s teaching fundamentals or rolling hard, Elisa’s control and calm command attention on the mats.
HEAD COACH
HEAD COACH
HEAD COACH
Osanil Pontes
Osanil Pontes
Osanil Pontes
FOCUS. DRIVE. RESPECT.
FOCUS. DRIVE. RESPECT.
FOCUS. DRIVE. RESPECT.
FOCUS. DRIVE. RESPECT.
Coach Nil has been living and breathing Jiu-Jitsu since 1993, with over 20 years of black belt experience to prove it. Originally from the Amazon region of Brazil, Nil’s lasso guard and omoplata submissions are pure magic on the mats. When he’s not rolling, you’ll find him catching waves or swinging a tennis racket, always bringing his energetic spirit wherever he goes.
Coach Nil has been living and breathing Jiu-Jitsu since 1993, with over 20 years of black belt experience to prove it. Originally from the Amazon region of Brazil, Nil’s lasso guard and omoplata submissions are pure magic on the mats. When he’s not rolling, you’ll find him catching waves or swinging a tennis racket, always bringing his energetic spirit wherever he goes.
Coach Nil has been living and breathing Jiu-Jitsu since 1993, with over 20 years of black belt experience to prove it. Originally from the Amazon region of Brazil, Nil’s lasso guard and omoplata submissions are pure magic on the mats. When he’s not rolling, you’ll find him catching waves or swinging a tennis racket, always bringing his energetic spirit wherever he goes.
Coach Nil has been living and breathing Jiu-Jitsu since 1993, with over 20 years of black belt experience to prove it. Originally from the Amazon region of Brazil, Nil’s lasso guard and omoplata submissions are pure magic on the mats. When he’s not rolling, you’ll find him catching waves or swinging a tennis racket, always bringing his energetic spirit wherever he goes.
WRESTLING COACH
WRESTLING COACH
WRESTLING COACH
Jayden Lawrence
Jayden Lawrence
Jayden Lawrence
CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY
CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY
CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY
CONTROL, STRENGTH, AND STRATEGY
An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.
An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.
An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.
An Olympic-level wrestler turned BJJ athlete, Jayden brings intensity, precision, and mental resilience to the team. His classes blend explosive takedowns with technical insights — ideal for anyone looking to master control from the top.
YOGA COACH
YOGA COACH
YOGA COACH
Natália Frade
Natália Frade
Natália Frade
BREATHE, STRETCH, RESET
BREATHE, STRETCH, RESET
BREATHE, STRETCH, RESET
BREATHE, STRETCH, RESET
Natália leads our yoga program with a deep focus on breathwork, mobility, and recovery. Her classes are tailored for grapplers, helping prevent injury, boost flexibility, and bring balance to body and mind. Whether it’s your first yoga session or your hundredth, Natália helps you reconnect with your movement and mindset.
Natália leads our yoga program with a deep focus on breathwork, mobility, and recovery. Her classes are tailored for grapplers, helping prevent injury, boost flexibility, and bring balance to body and mind. Whether it’s your first yoga session or your hundredth, Natália helps you reconnect with your movement and mindset.
Natália leads our yoga program with a deep focus on breathwork, mobility, and recovery. Her classes are tailored for grapplers, helping prevent injury, boost flexibility, and bring balance to body and mind. Whether it’s your first yoga session or your hundredth, Natália helps you reconnect with your movement and mindset.
Natália leads our yoga program with a deep focus on breathwork, mobility, and recovery. Her classes are tailored for grapplers, helping prevent injury, boost flexibility, and bring balance to body and mind. Whether it’s your first yoga session or your hundredth, Natália helps you reconnect with your movement and mindset.
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