Although he began his Martial Arts journey studying Kick Boxing and Hapkido in 2003, it wasn't until he met Professor Josef "Ze Cobra" Manuel in 2005 and started training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that he found the art and school he could call home.

Since he began training, Henry has reached the rank of Black Belt under Professor Josef and the Robson Moura Nations United Association (RMNU) and has competed in many tournaments throughout the years.

Head instructor Henry Rzemieniewski has also studied Judo, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and Western Boxing — bringing a well-rounded perspective to every class he teaches at Hillsborough BJJ.

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Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, Professor Josef was first introduced to Jiu-Jitsu watching Royce Gracie in the early editions of the UFC. He began training in 2001 under Professor Mario Marcio Lemos, a Black Belt under Master Rickson and Royler Gracie.

On February 14th, 2009, Professor Josef was promoted to Black Belt by Master Robson Moura — becoming Master Robson Moura's 1st American Black Belt. He is currently a 3rd Degree Black Belt and continues to train and teach at the highest level.

Professor Josef's expertise has been recognized throughout the law enforcement community — he has trained Federal Agents, Local Law Enforcement, and United States Army soldiers in combatives, receiving Certificates of Achievement in Army Combatives Levels 1 and 2.

In 2004, Professor Josef traveled to Rio de Janeiro to train and compete, where he sought out and trained with Master Robson Moura, as well as legendary figures including Royce Gracie, Royler Gracie, Renzo Gracie, John Danaher, Andre Galvao, and many more.