Chancellors of the Academy
Count Pierre Baruzy, France, 1963 to 1968
Count Pierre Baruzy (1897-1994) was instrumental in reorganizing La Boxe Francaise-Savate (B.F.Savate) and promoting the sport. He commenced practicing under Charles Charlemont in 1910 and became one of the most enthusiastic and productive savateurs of the 20-century. Between 1922-1935 he won 11 championships and held three titles in three weight divisions simultaneously and won two championships at the 1924 Paris Olympic Games. It was Pierre's enthusiasm and perseverance that the “Federation Française de Boxe Francaise-Savate et Disciplines Assimilees” was founded with ministerial support. He was honored as President and Founder. In 1985 he was made Honorary President of the “Federation International de Boxe Francaise-Savate” that was created for the international promotion of the sport.