I had the rare opportunity to take some group classes, and some private lessons from a man who is uniquely qualified (He is among but a handful of people to have reached his rank in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), and a unique individual. 9th Degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Red Belt Master, Mauricio Strauch is a wealth of knowledge, but his approach to sharing the 'Gentle Art' is what sets him apart from the rest. A visit to his academy in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is an event I will not soon forget.