Professor James Clark, a first degree black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, started training at the original Gracie Academy in Torrance, Los Angeles, in 1993 under Royce and Rickson Gracie. He is certified under Ryron and Rener Gracie to teach all of the acclaimed Gracie curriculums including Gracie Combatives, BullyProof for kids, and Master Cycle for advanced. James has dedicated his life to teaching the art and lifestyle of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to everyone including Professional MMA fighters, Law Enforcement, and US Military.