RONN SHIRAKI
Relson Gracie
Fifth Degree Black Belt
Relson Gracie
Fifth Degree Black Belt
Fifth Degree Black Belt
Ronn Shiraki started Jiu-Jitsu under Scott Devine who taught lessons for those waiting to enter Relson's group classes at the University of Hawaii. Shortly after in the Summer of 1996, Ronn began his training and competing directly under Relson Gracie.
Historically, Relson's Hawaii based "main academy" had the good fortune of having him teach classes on a daily basis. His local students also had the opportunity to train with practitioners of different styles and skill levels from around the world: many of which traveled to Hawaii to train specifically with Relson. It was in this environment that Ronn’s training history and “true to the source” approach to instruction informs his practice and pedagogy.
Ronn also spent a significant amount of time learning directly under Helio Gracie / Rickson Gracie Black Belt Pedro Sauer in Utah [1998 to 2000]. After training and teaching under Pedro Sauer for two years, Ronn was awarded his Purple Belt. Coupled with nearly two decades under the tutelage of Relson, Ronn's Jiu-Jitsu and teaching strives to emulate Relson’s aggressive, tight approach combined with Pedro’s fluid, movement-based style.
Meaning and purpose for Ronn is found through fulfilling his mission to help mold teachable students into able artists through deep contemplation and action. He also finds satisfaction through the creation and nurturing of lasting friendships with honorable people who demonstrate true integrity. He also believes that its important to keep the art in proper perspective in this complex society while gaining knowledge and wisdom on a daily basis through reading, subjugating the ego, welcoming the priceless lessons from failure and constantly scrutinizing personal beliefs.
Ronn holds a Bachelor's in Human Development from Brigham Young University in Utah and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Hawaii. His master’s thesis, “Elite Athletes Experiencing Flow: From Construct Development to Outcomes and Challenges,” examined peak performance in professional athletes.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lineage: Helio Gracie > Relson Gracie > Ronn Shiraki.
Watch Pedro Sauer share his thoughts about Relson Gracie
Historically, Relson's Hawaii based "main academy" had the good fortune of having him teach classes on a daily basis. His local students also had the opportunity to train with practitioners of different styles and skill levels from around the world: many of which traveled to Hawaii to train specifically with Relson. It was in this environment that Ronn’s training history and “true to the source” approach to instruction informs his practice and pedagogy.
Ronn also spent a significant amount of time learning directly under Helio Gracie / Rickson Gracie Black Belt Pedro Sauer in Utah [1998 to 2000]. After training and teaching under Pedro Sauer for two years, Ronn was awarded his Purple Belt. Coupled with nearly two decades under the tutelage of Relson, Ronn's Jiu-Jitsu and teaching strives to emulate Relson’s aggressive, tight approach combined with Pedro’s fluid, movement-based style.
Meaning and purpose for Ronn is found through fulfilling his mission to help mold teachable students into able artists through deep contemplation and action. He also finds satisfaction through the creation and nurturing of lasting friendships with honorable people who demonstrate true integrity. He also believes that its important to keep the art in proper perspective in this complex society while gaining knowledge and wisdom on a daily basis through reading, subjugating the ego, welcoming the priceless lessons from failure and constantly scrutinizing personal beliefs.
Ronn holds a Bachelor's in Human Development from Brigham Young University in Utah and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Hawaii. His master’s thesis, “Elite Athletes Experiencing Flow: From Construct Development to Outcomes and Challenges,” examined peak performance in professional athletes.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lineage: Helio Gracie > Relson Gracie > Ronn Shiraki.
Watch Pedro Sauer share his thoughts about Relson Gracie
