Renzo Gracie Nashville Jiu Jitsu
Address
5105 Maryland Way Suite 101, Brentwood, TN 37027, United States
Phone +16157305547
About Us
Shawn Williams is largely considered one of the top instructors in the BJJ and Martial Arts community. He is known for his exceptionally detailed and thorough approach to teaching and often referred to as “The Encyclopedia of Jiu Jitsu”. His depth of knowledge in jiu jitsu, wrestling, and the striking arts has lead him to develop students and athletes in both the grappling and MMA world.
His martial arts journey began over 30 years ago near his home town of Bluffton, Indiana where he studied a unique blend of karate, escrima, and what he know refers to as shootbox (kickboxing with takedowns). In 1996, he relocated to NYC to study under the multiple-time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion and MMA Pioneer, Renzo Gracie. Fully dedicated to the art, Shawn quickly rose through the ranks and began teaching full time at the Renzo Gracie Academy in 2001 and earned his black belt in 2002. In 2010, he established 5 Star Martial Arts/ Renzo Gracie Los Angeles and it quickly became one of the largest martial arts academies in southern California. In 2020, Shawn and his family moved to Nashville and has now established Renzo Gracie Nashville, where you can find him teaching and training 6 days/ week.
