The following is from their facebook post about his recent passing. He opened the first Gracie Barra franchise in 2007 in Santa Ana and started both Gracie Barra Westchase and Gracie Barra River Oaks in Houston, Tx.
The Gracie Barra family mourns the passing of Professor Ulpiano Malachias, 5th Degree Black Belt, beloved leader, mentor, and one of the great developers of our team.
Professor Ulpiano dedicated his life to his family, his students, and the mission of Gracie Barra.
As the founder
Source: https://reddit.com/r/bjj/comments/1tb0v51/professor_ulpiano_malachias_gracie_barra_5th/
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