Fight to Win Royce Gracie Charlotte Jiu Jitsu Headquarters

Fight to Win Royce Gracie Charlotte Jiu Jitsu Headquarters in Concord, NC, is led by Professor Steve Hall, a fourth-degree black belt under Royce Gracie. Professor Hall began his martial arts journey at age 11 and has trained extensively in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, judo, and wrestling since the late 1990s. His lineage traces directly from Mitsuyo Maeda to Helio Gracie, through Royce Gracie and Charles dos Anjos, to his own hands-on instruction. Hall was among the first Royce Gracie black belts in the world and earned his rank in just eight years of training, reflecting years of dedication both on the mats as a competitor and as a teacher. He continues to stay closely connected with his mentors, returning to Florida to train with Royce Gracie and Professor dos Anjos, and regularly conducts seminars for other Royce Gracie network schools and law enforcement agencies. The academy offers a structured progression rooted in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu tradition. Adults can start with fundamentals classes, then move into advanced gi sessions, blue belt training, and invite-only sparring and no-gi fighting concepts. Open mat times and personal lessons provide additional opportunities for focused practice and skill development. For younger students, the FTW Kids and FTW Teens Jiu Jitsu programs introduce self-defense, discipline, and the foundational techniques of BJJ in a format tailored to their age and experience. Professor Hall’s teaching draws on a deep competitive background—he has placed at numerous regional and international tournaments and led the FTW team to repeated overall titles at NAGA Charlotte. His approach emphasizes technical precision and personal attention, shaped by decades of experience as both a coach and a referee for major grappling events. The facility welcomes all visitors for open mat and class drop-ins, and is wheelchair accessible.

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