Brian Ruscio is a 3rd Degree Gracie Barra BJJ Black Belt, All American Greco-Roman Wrestler, and Official Bang Muay Thai Coach under Duane “Bang” Ludwig. He's also an Elite Level Catch Wrestling Coach for Scientific Wrestling. Brian Ruscio started Wrestling and competing at 4 years of age, eventually becoming a coach and referee. In 2005 he began learning Brazilian Jiu Jitsu under Gracie Barra 7th Degree Coral Belt, Marcio Simas, and Muay Thai with Mejiro Gym’s, Bobby Robare. Brian started teaching his style of mixed martial arts in 2013, opening Grappling Mastery in Lake County, Florida. Eventually looking to Duane Ludwig about a year later as his new Muay Thai Coach. Professor Ruscio actively competes on the World level at the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federations (IBJJF) World Jiu Jitsu Championships, “Mundials” and on a National Level in USA Wrestling. Brian’s goal, with Grappling Mastery, is to lead you and other members to become champions in life and on the mats.