Osvaldo Fadda

Osvaldo Fadda challenged the Gracie monopoly on Jiu-Jitsu by bringing the art to the working class, the poor, and the marginalized. His school emphasized accessibility, toughness, and the effectiveness of lesser-used techniques — especially leg locks — long before they became mainstream. His lineage lives on in some of Brazil's most respected schools.

Fadda believed that Jiu-Jitsu was for everyone, not just the elite. He emphasized simplicity, repetition, and the practicality of submission grappling. Known for cultivating fighters with grit and humility, his style prioritized function over form — and often shocked more established academies.

• Straight Ankle Lock
• Kneebar from Top Control
• Fundamental Guard Passes
• Submission Entries from Takedown