Lineage:
Mitsuyo Maeda –> Carlos Gracie Sr –> Helio Gracie –> Carlos Gracie Jr –> Renzo Gracie –> Alex Henley

Over the years, Alex has trained with some of the best coaches and competitors in the world, and has honed his skills and technique through countless hours of drilling and sparring. He has traveled to, trained and/or competed in numerous other states and countries, including: (states) Arizona, California, Florida, Kentucky, Nevada, New York, Texas, (countries) Canada, Colombia, England, France, Holland, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and of course the United States.

Today, Alex is widely regarded as one of the top jiu jitsu coaches in the area. With almost 100 competition matches under his belt, he has a deep understanding of the sport’s technical and tactical aspects, and is known for his ability to break down complex techniques into simple, easy-to-understand steps. Whether coaching beginners or seasoned veterans, Alex is passionate about helping his students improve their skills and achieve their goals. He is a true ambassador of the jiu jitsu community, and is deeply committed to promoting the values of respect, sportsmanship, and perseverance that are at the heart of the sport.

When he’s not coaching or competing, Alex enjoys playing music, traveling and building projects.

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