Master Helio featured on wall of Wand's academy, one of his favorite photos. Photo: Publicity
Wanderlei Silva is heading for London. Across the pond, alongside son Thor, taking a front row seat at UFC 121, Wand will teach ten seminars that, besides teaching his broad array of standup techniques, won’t be lacking in Jiu-Jitsu positions.
A black belt in the gentle art, Wand recognizes the achievements of one of the grandmasters, Helio Gracie.
“He really was the man, a tough guy who never backed down from a fight. Master Helio changed and continues to change the lives of many, as he did mine. Thank you Master Helio,” says Wanderlei over Twitter, after posting a photo of Helio hanging on the wall of his academy in Las Vegas.
“All MMA academies in the world should have a photo of Master Helio. Thank you for everything, Master, you’ll be remembered forever,” he said in finishing.