Romulo Barral and Bruno
Bruno Tostes
Bruno Tostes is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu under the legendary Renzo Gracie.
A native of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Bruno’s training began in Master Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhaes’ renowned Gracie Barra BH organization as a student of Cristiano “Titi” Lazzarini. Since relocating to the US, Bruno has been a dedicated student of Master Renzo Gracie and the other Professors of Renzo’s NYC Academy. Our Academy is fortunate to come from such an esteemed instructional pedigree, with unquestionable roots so close to legendary masters of the art.
Bruno is a nationally recognized competitor in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and Submission Grappling, with numerous advanced division titles, and super fight victories, and is a regular participant in elite invitation only grappling divisions.
Bruno regularly trains at Renzo's NYC Academy and brings championship techniques back to his students here in the Capital District.
Please click on the following links to view some highlights of Bruno in action
In addition to Bruno's instruction, his Latham Academy regularly hosts seminars with the top BJJ Instructors/Fighters in the World including Gordinho, Daniel Graciel, Rolles Gracie, Gregor Gracie, "Zed", Fabio Leopoldo, and Romulo Barral.
Bruno and Renzo at the NYC Academy
Bruno and Gregor Gracie
Fabio Leopoldo and Bruno
Rolles Gracie and Bruno Tostes
"Bruno is an amazing grappler and excellent instructor. He has really opened my eyes to submissions"
UFC Star
Matt Hamill
Please click on the following links to view video of some of Bruno's students from the Renzo Gracie Latham, NY Academy in action:
