Tony Eduardo De Lima e Silva Hoerhann is a 5º degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) under the instruction of master Rilion Gracie. He began his BJJ education at the age of 12 with the renowned Gracie family, and has over two decades of training with MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legends such as Renzo Gracie, Ralph Gracie and Royce Gracie. Tony has won numerous medals and titles in competition, including ADCC Brazil trials Champion, Asia Open Champion, 7x South Brazilian Champion, American National BJJ Champion, South American Champion, and 2x Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Championship Bronze medalist.

Tony comes from a Law Enforcement/Military family, spanning more than 20 generations of historical significance. With more than 20 years of armed and unarmed combat experience, he is an active competitor in shooting sports. As a certified pistol, shotgun, and rifle instructor, Tony teaches weapons manipulation courses and unarmed combat to Brazilian Police special units, elite military forces, and Law Enforcement around the world.

Professor Tony has partnered with MMA legend and UFC Hall of Fame member, Royce Gracie, to run a weapons retention program in Brazil. Their curriculum is focused on self-defense and unarmed combat.

Tony has dedicated his whole life to the training and instruction of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in several countries around the world. His teaching concepts are focused on the intelligent use of leverage, strategy, and the warrior mindset.