Set Your Jiu-Jitsu Goals for 2022
At the end of the year of training at Gracie Barra, many of you reading this post will have enjoyed a new stripe or even a new colored belt at …
GB Technique: Trips and Foot Sweeps
There are a bewildering variety of different takedowns for the jiu-jitsu student to incorporate into their game. Where to start? Which is better – judo or wrestling? Which techniques are …
The Beginner in Competition with Prof. Carlos Lemos
“I think the biggest mistake is to not try.” Prof. Lemos ㅤ Many Gracie Barra students start jiu-jitsu and begin to become interested in the idea of competition. It’s a …
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GB Technique: Breaking Down the Turtle
As we encounter more advanced opponents, we will find ourselves dealing with the Turtle position. Instead of conceding the side control after a guard pass, most experienced jiu-jitsu players will …
GB Technique: Escape Like Houdini
Harry Houdini was an old-time magician made famous by his stunts involving escapes from impossible situations. Any time someone escapes a seemingly inescapable position, we can call them Houdini. ㅤ …
2021 World Jiu-jitsu Champion Andressa Cintra
“…the best way to conquer your dreams is believing in it.” ㅤ Gracie Barra is very proud of all of the athletes who compete under the Red Shield. ㅤ Fresh …
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Prof. Draculino On The Meaning Of Black Belt
“Graduating my son Igor to the black belt is a dream come true.” ㅤ What does it mean to graduate to Gracie Barra Black Belt? One of Gracie Barra’s most …
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GB Technique: Guard Passing: Advanced Footwork
Most of us think of passing the guard in terms of specific passing techniques like Knee Slice or Leg Drag Guard passes. But there is another way to look at …
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GB Technique: Playing Open Guard
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some more advanced open guard techniques from a master of the Spider Guard – Prof. Eduardo Carriello of GB …
Prof. “Pimpolho” Fajardo on the Importance of Technique in Your Jiu-Jitsu
“Some advice that I like to share is cause and effect, to ask yourself why you were submitted or why you won and/or lost the match?” ㅤ Prof. Rodrigo “Pimpolho” …
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