The history of Gracie Sydney is a captivating tale that highlights the evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Australia.
In 2001, Bruno Panno, a Black Belt under Royler Gracie and Rolker Gracie, established the Gracie Sydney Association, which has since gained a reputation as one of the most esteemed BJJ academies in Australia.
PICTURE 1: MASTER ROYLER GRACIE AND PROFESSOR BRUNO PANNO.
PICTURE 2: PROFESSOR BRUNO PANNO AND MASTER ROLKER GRACIE.
Panno’s journey began in Brazil, where he was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by his brother, who was already training under Royler Gracie. Panno quickly fell in love with the sport and started training regularly. After achieving his Black Belt, Bruno decided to move to Australia and bring his knowledge and expertise to the local community.
The Gracie Sydney Association was established in 2001, and since then, it has grown to become one of the largest and most respected BJJ schools in the country. The school has produced numerous champions in local and international competitions.
The importance of the Gracie Family to Bruno Panno cannot be overstated. Helio Gracie, the founder of Gracie Jiu Jitsu “aka” Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), was one of Panno’s main inspirations, and his teachings continue to influence Panno’s approach to the sport. Royler Gracie, one of Helio’s sons and a BJJ legend in his own right, was Panno’s mentor and coach.
Under Royler’s guidance, Bruno honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Royler’s emphasis on technique, discipline, and respect helped to shape Panno’s approach to teaching and training, and his influence can be seen in the Gracie Sydney Association’s emphasis on these principles.
PICTURE 3: GRAND MASTER HÉLIO GRACIE AND PROFESSOR BRUNO PANNO.
Nowadays, the Gracie Sydney Association is considered one of the top BJJ schools in Australia, and Bruno Panno’s legacy lives on through the countless students who have trained under him and gone on to achieve success in the sport. His dedication to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the Gracie family’s teachings have helped to grow the sport in the country and have left a lasting impact on the BJJ community.
The history of Gracie Sydney and Bruno Panno in Australia is a testament to the power of this amazing Martial Art and the Gracie family’s teachings. Panno’s journey from Brazil to Australia, and his success in building one of the top BJJ schools in the country, would not have been possible without the influence of his mentors.
Today, the Gracie Sydney Association (GSA) stands to the Gracie Legacy and continues to inspire new generations of BJJ practitioners in the community.
PICTURE 4: PROFESSOR BRUNO PANNO AT GRACIE SYDNEY.