Mark Cerrone

Thirty years ago this month, @renzograciebjj opened the doors in New York City on W27th. @renzogracieacademy I was one of the first to walk through them. What Renzo built was never about one person. It was about The Team. Nearly 400 academies across every continent — that doesn’t happen through individual ambition. It happens when people trust each other completely. When your teammate’s growth matters as much as your own. When you show up not just to get better but to make everyone around you better. That’s the principle that built this. The principle that Renzo taught us.No one rises alone. You drill with your partner. You sharpen each other. You carry each other through the grind. Every academy we’ve opened exists because someone believed in the person next to them enough to build something together. Over the past 30 years We have seen teams / fight empires rise, and fall. We have studied the patterns of existence. Selfishness doesn’t survive on the mat. Only unity does. One team. One mission. Thirty years strong and we’re just getting started. Oss. #TeamRenzoGracie #RenzoGracie #30Years

When the greatest of all time shows love to your academy, it’s not just an honor — it’s a reminder that we’re on the right path. @georgesstpierre Renzo Gracie Naples isn’t just a school. It’s a direct link to the highest levels of martial arts excellence. From Professor Renzo Gracie to Coach Mark Cerrone, and now a salute from UFC legend Georges St-Pierre, our team stands on the shoulders of giants. We’re not just teaching Jiu-Jitsu. We’re building champions, leaders, and warriors for life. Loyalty. Legacy. Excellence. #RenzoGracieNaples #GSP #JiuJitsuLifestyle #BJJFlorida #MMAFamily #JiuJitsuForLife #TrainWithTheBest #RenzoGracie #BJJLegend #GSPShoutout #naplesflorida

Jiu Jitsu offers more than just physical training; it provides life lessons essential for navigating the complexities of the world. Here’s a brief overview of some critical skills learned through Jiu Jitsu: 1. 🔵Learning to Lose: Understanding and accepting defeat is crucial. Jiu Jitsu teaches that tapping out is a lesson in humility and resilience, serving as a counter to the ‘I never lose’ mindset. This skill is foundational for personal growth and success. 2. 🔵Learning to Win: With time and practice, you’ll start winning against those of lower ranks. This progression teaches the importance of modesty in victory, recognizing your past struggles in others, and acknowledging the continuous journey of improvement. 3. 🔵Strategizing: Advancing in Jiu Jitsu requires the ability to strategize—defending against higher-ranked opponents and seizing opportunities to attack. This involves creating plans to exploit vulnerabilities, a skill applicable in many life situations. 4. 🔵Humility: Progressing through the ranks, you’ll realize your capabilities but also recognize the vast and more skilled community that exists. Encountering ‘great white sharks’ of the sport teaches humility, an essential trait for personal development. 5. 🔵Leadership: The journey through Jiu Jitsu, learning from failures and successes, positions you as a leader and role model, especially as a black belt. You become a symbol of strength, leadership, and a custodian of the sport for future generations. These lessons from Jiu Jitsu—dealing with loss, celebrating wins with humility, strategic thinking, embracing humility, and leading by example—are invaluable for personal and professional development. 🥋 #JiuJitsu #BJJ #MartialArts #Leadership #Strategy #Humility #PersonalGrowth

These 2 Young Lions have been training together most of their young lives. Growing together while pushing each other to become the biggest strongest versions of themselves. This is what teamwork is about. This is what growing together is about. Here at Renzo Gracie Milford we are focused on legacy and growing together. #younglions #bjjkids #milfordbjj #milfordct #futureleaders

Big congratulations to Leandro on earning his first stripe on his yellow belt 👏 If you’ve watched him on the mats, you know this didn’t just happen overnight. He shows up, stays focused, and doesn’t shy away from the tough rounds. 🤼 Proud of you, Leandro. Keep building 💪🔥 #YellowBelt #FirstStripe #BeltPromotion #JiuJitsuJourney #BJJLife

At Renzo Gracie Academy Milford, it’s more than just training. 🙌🏼🔥 It’s showing up on the days you don’t feel like it. It’s learning how to stay calm under pressure. It’s failing, adjusting, and coming back stronger. #RGAMilford #RenzoGracie #JiuJitsuLife #BJJMotivation #BuiltOnTheMat

Head Professor Mark Cerrone @mark_cerrone breaking down the details that make the difference. 🥋🔥 The grapevine mount brings maximum pressure and control, shutting down movement and forcing your opponent to carry your weight. The shin mount creates mobility, opening the door to submissions and smooth transitions. 🤼 Small adjustments. Big results. That’s the Renzo Gracie way, precision, pressure, and purpose. 🙌🏼💥 #RenzoGracie #RGAMilford #BJJ #BrazilianJiuJitsu #BJJTraining

Reverse Crossface Control 🔒 Head Professor Coach Mark Cerrone breaks down the Reverse Crossface, a powerful control position that uses timing, pressure, and smart positioning to dominate from the top. 🤼🔥 Technique. Pressure. Control. 💪 #renzograciebjj #rgamilford #jiujitsulife #bjjdrills #bjjtips

Low Mount Control Details 🔒 Head Professor Mark @mark_cerrone shows how controlling the low mount by keeping your legs crossed underneath your opponent’s legs can shut down their ability to bridge and sneak their knees back inside. 🔥🤼 When the bottom player can’t create space, they can’t recover guard. Maintaining tight pressure, staying connected, and controlling the hips allows you to stay one step ahead and keep dominant position.🙌🏼💪🏼 #RenzoGracie #BJJ #LowMount #BJJTechnique #JiuJitsuDetails

STEP ON THE MATS FOR FREE! 🥋🥊🙌🏼 Looking to start something new? This is your sign. 🥋 At Renzo Gracie BJJ, we build strong foundations for all ages — starting as young as 3 years old and up. Whether you’re looking to learn self-defense, build confidence, or pick up a new hobby, our coaches are here to guide you every step of the way. We offer: 🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 🥊 MMA 🥊 Muay Thai 🔥 Kickboxing No experience needed — just show up and start your journey. Know someone who’s been thinking about starting? Send them our way. 💪 Link is in our bio! 🔎🔥 #RenzoGracie #FreeClass #TryBJJ #MartialArtsTraining #StartToday

SHARPEN YOUR LEG LOCK GAME 🦵🔥 Head Professor Mark Cerrone @mark_cerrone breaking down the Move of the Day, the inside heel hook from a standard Ashi Garami. 🥋 Understanding the control, positioning, and small details of the leg entanglement makes all the difference when finishing the submission.🧠🤼 Watch closely, drill the details, and sharpen your leg lock game on the mats. #BJJTechnique #HeelHook #AshiGarami #LegLockGame #BrazilianJiuJitsu

Time flies man Love you to death @mark_cerrone 📸 @peterpabon