Path to Black Belt: AJ Mendoza

11/26/2016

When it comes to possessing the attributes of hard work, a love for drilling, competing and a non-stop positive attitude, AJ Mendoza is up there with the best. On Saturday, November 25th, AJ was promoted to Black Belt by Ronn Shiraki after being certified by Relson Gracie at the Grandmaster's home.

Special thank you to Dave Futa for his time and effort in helping AJ get ready for his final test. Thank you Muleke.

Words cannot express how thankful we are to have AJ and his wealth of experience in the academy. Congratulations.

Official Relson Gracie Black Belt Diploma

Relson Gracie tying on Black Belt

Ceremonial Whipping [AJ went through the gauntlet twice]

Black Belts: Rhalan Gracie + AJ Mendoza = Cool

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Ronn Shiraki Academy

The Relson Gracie Ronn Shiraki Academy (RSA) is a small, low-key but highly advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school located in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. We are dedicated instructors who strive to provide a pure "art" and soul martial arts environment with a focus on traditional methods of training.