Renzo Gracie Strovolos

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a dynamic martial art focused on grappling and ground control. Practitioners aim to skillfully bring opponents to the ground and maintain control, applying chokes, holds, locks, and joint manipulations for submission without harm. BJJ gained international recognition in mixed martial arts (MMA) and has become one of the fastest-growing sports globally, appealing to people of all ages. In Cyprus, BJJ was introduced in the late 1990s by Pantelis Panagidis, who trained with Renzo Gracie in New York City. Today, BJJ flourishes in Cyprus, fostering a passionate community dedicated to skill development, discipline, and respect.