The importance of Self-Defense
The global spread of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu gave our sport thousands of practitioners, which is surely great for everyone. Unfortunately, what did not grow in the same way was the …
A Step-by-Step Guide to Running a Successful Marketing Campaign in Your School
We understand that a love of marketing is probably not what first drew you to Jiu-Jitsu. It might not even be something with which you feel comfortable and an area …
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The Guard – 6 Building Blocks for Your Guard
Often when discussions of different grappling styles come up – sambo, judo, catch wrestling etc – we are reminded that many key techniques in bjj are also contained in these …
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GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Since 1986 Gracie Barra has been shattering records, innovating and contributing to the expansion and professionalization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners …
Big Guy Jiu-jitsu – A Word for the Heavyweights
Brazilian jiu-jitsu caught the attention of the world when 175lbs. Royce Gracie defeated larger, stronger opponents in the earliest days of the UFC. Jiu-jitsu has always been synonymous with a smaller person …
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Using Social Media to Grow Your School Bigger, Better, and Stronger.
The mission of Gracie Barra – Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone – is an all-encompassing mission. From the curriculum we have developed at each level to the belt system to the strategies …
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How To Submit: 3 Different Strategies
Submissions are everyone’s favourite part of jiu-jitsu. There are few highlight videos of posture in the guard or guard retention. Submission is King! Have you ever thought about the different submission strategies …
GB Training Plan – Week16
GB TP Week 16 Since 1986 Gracie Barra has been shattering records, innovating and contributing to the expansion and professionalization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners …
Building an Inspiring, Safe and Welcoming Gracie Barra School – Guidelines and Suggestions
If you are reading this, you have a very important role at Gracie Barra. You have the responsibility of representing our legacy and bring the art of Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu …
Building a Gracie Barra School that is Bigger, Better, Stronger
You are likely familiar with the principles of the GB Method, and aware of what it takes to live a life full of GB Charisma. Perhaps, however, you haven’t considered …
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