The Globalization of Jiu-Jitsu – The First Athlete to Receive the Black Belt from André Nunes in Germany
Jiu-Jitsu continues to spread deeper and wider around the world. As this happens, Jiu-Jitsu is becoming more a part of the fabric that makes up the country’s identity. We …
Motivation and Discipline: Two Key Factors for Success
Two of the most influential factors to success are motivation and discipline. They help create habits that shape us and refine us into a better version of ourselves. Whether you’re …
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GB Technique: 3 Tips for Knee Slice Guard Pass
This week on GB Technique we are looking at some tips and troubleshooting for the Knee Slice Guard pass. This is certainly one of the most successful guard pass techniques …
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On Self Defense and Kids Jiu-Jitsu Success Stories with Prof Ericka Almeida
Meet Prof Ericka Almeida of GB Curitiba. Prof Ericka is very passionate about the self-defense component of Jiu-Jitsu and shares her perspective on how we can apply it in our …
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GB Technique: Advanced Submission Strategies with Prof Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are looking at some advanced variations of some submissions that you may have already learned in GB1 Fundamentals. Jiu-jitsu has an infinite variety of …
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The Magic Island – World Summit 2022
The GB Summit will be arriving in Brazil with the fourth edition of Gracie Barra’s biggest event scheduled for November 24-26th in Florianópolis, Brazil. Florianópolis is also commonly known by …
GB Student Question “I’m a new bluebelt”
Recently a GB student asks “I was just promoted to blue belt by my Professor after the tournament. I’m not sure that I feel ready. What should I be working …
Understanding The Closed Guard Game with Prof Valerio Ubaldini
“The beauty of Jiu-Jitsu is that the game always evolves and there is always something new you can learn, work and get better on!” ㅤ Prof Valerio is very passionate …
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GB Technique: Solving The Turtle
This week on GB Technique we are looking at some strategies for solving the turtle. ㅤ The turtle – when employed by a skillful opponent – can be very difficult …
Prof Carlos Lemos On How To Train Standup
“That’s why I train my standup game so hard. Because I love to throw. It’s one of the favorite parts of my Jiu-Jitsu.” ㅤ Part of having complete jiu-jitsu is …
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GB Technique: Single Leg – Offense and Defense
This week on GB Technique we are looking at one of the best takedowns for both gi and No-Gi jiu-jitsu – the single leg. In order to be the most …
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GB Technique: Side Control Strategies
This week on GB Technique we are looking at some strategies and submissions from side mount top. There are more options from the side mount than any other top position. …
Jiu-Jitsu for Humanity
“Jiu-Jitsu is a mechanism for helping others and something that works for humanity.” Master Carlos Gracie Jr. For this month’s blog, we wanted to share some thoughts on a concept …
Importance of Closed Guard with Prof Valerio Ubaldini
“…is the most BASIC and the MOST important position in Jiu-Jitsu!” ㅤ For many Gracie Barra students, the first guard we learn is the closed guard. And for good reason …
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GB Technique: Pressure vs Distance Passing with Prof Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we compare 2 of the major styles of guard passing – pressure passing and distance passing – as taught by Prof Marcio Feitosa. ㅤ Not …
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Competition Advice with Prof Gerson Alef
“My advice is to take the competition habits for life and make it a lifestyle. “ ㅤ Meet new GB black belt and active competitor Prof Gerson Alef of GB …
GB Blackbelts on Jiu-Jitsu philosophy and competition advice.
Professors Andressa Cintra, Pedro Marinho, Jefferson Moura, and Ulpiano Malachias of Gracie Barra share decades of collected wisdom and advice on GB philosophy and competition mindset. ㅤ Have you checked …
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GB Technique: Knee on the Belly Submissions
This week on GB Technique we look at some attacks from the Knee on the Belly position with some of Gracie Barra’s most experienced instructors. ㅤ The Knee on the …
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GB Culture: Hygiene and Safety in the GB School
There are many rules inside jiu-jitsu schools to ensure the safety and best possible experience for all students involved. Some of the lesser talked about rules are those rules that …
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Gracie Barra Online Reimagined
We are excited to share the new platform helping to provide Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone. Anywhere. GB online is adopting advanced technologies to make it easier for Professors to teach …
GB Technique: Submission Entries with Prof Gerson Alef
This week on GB Technique we look at some creative entries into submission attacks. Knowing how to correctly perform the mechanics of a triangle or leg lock is one thing; …
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GB Technique: Drilling Takedowns with Prof Flavio Almeida
This week on GB Blog we look at the method of practice to incorporate takedowns into our game. It’s one thing to learn a takedown and demonstrate it ..it’s quite …
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Building a Community with Integrity Through Jiu-Jitsu
Over the past couple of decades, Jiu-Jitsu has grown into a large global community. For this month’s blog, we talked to Professor Bruno Fernandes about what it means to him …
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On learning from mistakes and the winners attitude with Prof Rodrigo Mendanha
This week we talk with Prof Rodrigo Mendanha of GB Brossard in Montreal, Canada about how to train most effectively, avoid common mistakes and achieve your highest potential in Jiu-Jitsu. …
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GB Technique: The Short Arm Drag
This week on GB Blog we look at one of the most important wrestling tools that we can look to apply throughout our jiu-jitsu – the versatile short arm drag. …
GB Lifestyle – Prof Lucas Flores on Balancing Family and Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle is about balance. About balancing our different areas of life, our obligations, and of course, our love of jiu-jitsu and training at the GB school several times per …
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GB Technique: Finding and Attacking the Back
This week on GB Blog we look at the Back Mount – both how to catch the Back Mount position and how to finish from the most dominant ground position …
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Motherhood and Jiu-jitsu with Prof. Vanessa Waltz
This week we talk with Prof Vanessa Waltz of GB Colorado Springs about her experience of expecting a new member of the family and how she continues her routine of …
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Over 40 Bjj, the ego and training with Prof Danijel Brajčić
“Jiu-Jitsu teaches us every day so much on and off the mats that all we need to do is just apply them in our lives in order to become better. …
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GB Technique: Attack from the Bottom with Prof Carrielo
This week on GB Blog we look at some creative ways to attack your opponent from the bottom. Although our priority is to defend and escape on the bottom, we …
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GB Technique: Anaconda vs Darce Choke. What Is The Difference?
This week on GB Blog we tackle a GB student question: What is the difference between the Anaconda choke and the Darce choke? ㅤ Let’s take a look at some …
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Bring Your A Game with Prof Valerio Ubaldini
“In my opinion is better to be decent in every position, than be great in only one position. ” Prof Ubaldini ㅤ This week we talk with 2nd-degree black belt …
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GB Technique: Darce Choke with Prof Joe Scarola
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at the Darce choke as the centerpiece behind some transitions. The Darce choke is one of the best attacks for …
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The Armor of Gracie Barra: Why We Wear the Gi
We put on a Gi to step on the mats and train Jiu-Jitsu, but have you ever considered why this is a fundamental part of our training? Some answers …
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This week on GB Blog we speak with Prof Danijel Brajčić of GB Belgrad in Serbia.
Prof Danijel is a representative of Prof Carlos Lemos and has managed to grow one of the largest jiu-jitsu programs in Europe despite many obstacles. ㅤ ‘’If every person in …
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GB Technique: Best Setups for the Triangle with Prof Tussa
This week in the GB1 Curriculum we are covering Guard Bottom and to many Jiu-Jitsu fighters they think of perhaps the signature move of bjj – the Triangle choke. Jiu-Jitsu has …
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Competition Jiu-Jitsu for the Upper Belts with Prof Ulpiano Malachias
“You have to, inside in your heart really believe that you are going to be the best.” ㅤ This week we talk with the coach of GB’s world champion Pedro …
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GB Technique: Take the Back with Prof Ubaldini
This week in the GB1 Curriculum we are covering Back Mount Top with one of the new generations of GB instructors – Prof Valerio Ubaldini of Kansas by way of …
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Why should you prepare an end-of-class message?
Course 1, Gracie Barra Essentials, has been one of the most acclaimed ICP courses of 2022. Course 1 has innovated the ICP in every manner and contributed to everyone’s understanding …
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes by White Belts by Prof Flores
“Knowing how to allow yourself and not charge yourself too much at the beginning of training makes the white belt student improve faster.” ㅤ This week we meet Prof. Lucas …
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GB Technique: Advanced Guard Passing with Prof. Eduardo Carrielo
Probably the number 1 blue belt rolling question we hear might be how to pass the open guard. We have all been frustrated by a guard player who has great …
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The 7 Habits of Great GB Leaders
Empowering People with Prof. Marcelo Rezende For the ICP 2022 we recorded nine videos with Professor Marcelo Rezende, one of the greatest leaders of Gracie Barra and Director of GB …
Training After 40 with Prof. Draculino – Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone
“So I think that the outlook, the big picture, is always life improvement.” Prof Draculino IG: https://instagram.com/draculinojj?utm_medium=copy_link There are many Gracie Barra students who are over 40 years old. Many …
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This course is surprising everyone…
We have another amazing piece of content from the new ICP 2022 course called GB Ethics. Get ready to immerse yourself in this subject in a fun, objective and intriguing …
Making History in Jiu-Jitsu: The Path of a Woman Who Dared to Dream Big
In light of March being Women’s History Month, we decided to cover a Professor’s story that will not only provide inspiration for many people, but especially for the women of …
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GB Technique: Street Self Defense with Prof Della Monica
Street self-defense situations nearly always start on the feet standing. Two individuals begin with a verbal argument, it begins to get more heated and one of the people escalates the …
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Prof. Ubaldini on Blue and Purple Belt Training
“I believe that the hardest phase for a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner is the blue belt era!” Meet Prof Valerio who is the proud owner of GB Overland Park shares some great …
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Who is on the Legacy Wall? See yourself there someday through GB!
Course 3 of the GB Foundations will take you on a journey through the powerful walls of Gracie Barra schools, exploring the origins of our team, our Legacy Wall, and …
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Eating Healthy for Jiu-Jitsu Performance
We all know that we should consume a healthy, nutritious diet for both our general well-being and for Jiu-Jitsu students in particular, for our optimal performance in Jiu-Jitsu. ㅤ Prof …
What is YOUR role in the GB Brotherhood?
Course 2 – Organized Like a Team When you explore Course 2 of the Gracie Barra Foundations Program you will see how you are an integral part of our team …
Conversations with the Founder: The Story behind the GB Method
We recorded 10 new videos with Master Carlos Gracie Jr. for the ICP 2022. You can check one of the videos here: Conversations with the Founder: The Story behind the …
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We Are Gracie Barra
Explore Our Vision, Mission & Core Values while Keeping the Legacy Alive! When you take this course you will explore the vision, mission, and core values of Gracie Barra. Understanding …
GB Technique: How To Drill
One of the often-overlooked aspects of Jiu-Jitsu training is technique drilling. Yes, we do some drilling during the technique portion of every class at Gracie Barra but today we are …
Give a great experience to everyone who enters your school.
Course 1, Gracie Barra Essentials, has been one of the most acclaimed ICP courses of 2022. Course 1 has innovated the ICP in every manner and contributed to everyone’s understanding …
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What people are saying ABOUT the ICP 2022!
This year we provided a link so that the ICP 2022 certified instructors could share what they thought of the course. Check out the opinion of Kevin Johnson from GB …
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A Little Helpful Advice For White Belts
This post is for all of the enthusiastic first-year Gracie Barra students out there. Starting Jiu-Jitsu is both an exciting and frustrating time. ㅤ You have gotten a taste of …
GB Technique: Troubleshooting The Knee Slice Pass
The Knee Slice or Knee Cut guard pass is one of the most popular and effective guard passes in both gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu. Yet, there are some details that …
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GB Student Question: “Is it okay to ask questions in class?”
This question comes up fairly often despite seeming to be an obvious “yes, of course, you can ask questions”. ㅤ Why should there be any questions about…well… questions? ㅤ There …
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GB Technique: The Golden Rules Of Escapes
Escaping from bad positions is probably the number one problem for most GB white belt students. Well, we at Gracie Barra blog are here to help with some techniques and …
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GB Technique: Pass The Open Guard with GB Jupiter
A huge challenge for Jiu-Jitsu students is passing any of the variations of the open guard. You are battling the strength of the guard player’s legs, their controlling grips, and …
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GB Student Question : What To Eat For Competition?
Our questions this week come from students from GB Iran. A shout-out to all the students training hard there! ㅤ 1. Shall we use any kind of supplement for doing …
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“Working on something different that you are not used to making you leave your comfort zone. We need to get comfortable being uncomfortable.”
Fresh off of his victory in the WNO light heavyweight championship against one of the top bjj fighters in the world, Craig Jones, Prof. Pedro gives us a peek inside …
GB Technique: Sweep A Standing Opponent
Standing, distance guard passing is a very common tournament strategy that we see. The standing guard passer has a speed and mobility advantage to move around the guard player’s legs …
GB Technique: The Art Of The Single Leg
Out of all of the various takedowns we practice in Jiu-Jitsu, perhaps the technique that is most successful between both gi Jiu-Jitsu and No-Gi is the single-leg takedown. There are …
Red Shield Competitor: Prof. Rafael Pinheiro
There are a lot of competitors within the Gracie Barra Network. Jiu-Jitsu fighters who like to test themselves in the GB Compnet and open Bjj competitions under a variety of …
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GB Student Question “What do I need to be a blue belt?”
Following the end-of-year promotions and some belt graduations at the Jiu-Jitsu school, one student asked about the criteria for someone to become a blue belt. ㅤ This is a common …
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GB Technique: Submit Your Opponent with Jefferson Moura
Meet Prof. Jefferson Moura, a 6th-degree black belt who previously was head instructor at GB Matriz, the original Gracie Barra in Rio, and is now teaching at his GB schools …
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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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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 …
GB Motivation: “There Is No Losing In Jiu-Jitsu”
This week on GB Blog we talk about one of the oldest and most shared quotes in the philosophy of Jiu-Jitsu. ㅤ “There is no losing in jiu-jitsu. You either …
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GB Technique: Passing Different Guard Styles
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some different guard pass strategies by some of Gracie Barra’s most experienced instructors ㅤ As a guard passer, you …
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GB Inspiration: Prof. Flavio Almeida on overcoming struggles
“There’s something inside of us that keeps moving us to struggles because we know that in the greatest sacrifices there are the greatest joys.” ㅤ This week on GB Blog …
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GB Technique: No-Gi Chokes with Prof. Joe Scarola
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some techniques to submit our opponent without the kimono. Prof. Joe Scarola of Gracie Barra Jupiter is an experienced …
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The Championship Attitude with Prof. Kendall Reusing
“And that’s what makes champions. Strengthening ourselves through adversity over and over and over.” Prof. Kendall Reusing is one of Gracie Barra’s most active competitors – just recently winning her …
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GB Technique: Side Mount Submission Options
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some submission ideas for the Side Mount from our friends at GB Jupiter headed by Prof. Joe Scarola ㅤ GB …
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Legends of Gracie Barra – Prof. Ximu Machado
Meet Prof. Gustavo “Ximu” Machado, one of Gracie Barra’s most prolific MMA fighters and currently one of the top Master’s competitors in Brazil. ㅤ Last year, the city of Rio de …
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GB Technique: Knee Slice Guard Pass Tips
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the best open guards passes – the Knee Slice aka Knee Cut pass. ㅤ This pass is …
Double Gold No-Gi Worlds Champion Prof. Pedro Marinho
One of Gracie Barra’s most exciting and successful competitors is Prof. Pedro Marinho who recently had an incredible performance at the 2021 No-Gi Worlds. Prof. Pedro won double gold in …
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GB Technique: Self Defense Takedowns with Prof. Liberi
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at Takedowns for Self Defense with one of Gracie Barra’s most experienced and knowledgeable instructors Prof. Carlos Liberi ㅤ Prof. …
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A little advice for the New GB Student
We’ve seen a number of brand new students posting on the GB Online Community board and this article is written with them in mind. ㅤ Starting your training at a …
GB Technique: Straight Arm Bar from Different Positions
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some straight Arm Bar attacks from different positions with Prof. Ubaldini of Gracie Barra Overland Park in Kansas. ㅤ …
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GB Student Question: On Rolling Attitude
A GB student writes in and asks how should a white belt student look at rolling with higher belts? ㅤ “I have been training a little less than a year. …
GB Technique: Self Defense – Escaping the HeadLock
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most common self-defense situations – the headlock. This technique is part of the GB1 Fundamentals program. …
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Do You Take Notes On Your BJJ?
You likely have a few “keeners” in your jiu-jitsu class who you see frantically scribbling notes in a dogeared (and sweat-stained!) notebook at the side of the mat after your …
GB Technique: Escape the Mount Variations
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at Top Mount escape variations. Most of us are familiar with the most fundamental mount escapes – the bridge and …
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Master Carlos Gracie Jr. – Body and Mind
“I have my own potential, I had one before and I might have a different one now and another one in the future. This is life.” ㅤ This short talk …
GB Technique: Heel Hook : Attack and Escape
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most effective submissions in the No-Gi competition – the Heel Hook – with Prof. Flavio Almeida …
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GB Student Question: “What do I look for in choosing a jiu-jitsu school?”
A woman who had been training Muay Thai for several years recently relocated to a new city and was looking to start training jiu-jitsu. She asked “I looked online for …
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GB Technique: Arm Drag Attacks
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a variety of ways that we can use one of the fundamental hand fighting skills: the short arm drag. …
Got Takedowns? Champion Kendall Reusing On Why You Need Standup
One of Gracie Barra’s most active and successful competitors as of late is Prof. Kendall Reusing of Gracie Barra Newport Beach. Prof. Kendall is especially well known for her dominant …
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GB Student Question: Training With Smaller Partners
On GB Blog we have talked before about the challenges and tips for smaller, lighter students in jiu-jitsu. But what about the opposite? ㅤ A student writes in to talk …
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GB Technique: The Rules of Sweeping with Prof. Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some of the common principles important to performing various guard sweeps. ㅤ You likely possess a whole arsenal of …
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GB Kids: A Parent Asks “How old should a boy/girl be to start BJJ?”
Recently, a parent that knows I teach jiu-jitsu messaged me and asked “How old should a boy/girl be to start BJJ?” Their son was already involved in swimming and the …
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GB Technique: Escaping The Bottom Position
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a common problem: getting stuck underneath our opponent’s pressure and body weight on the bottom. Without a solid strategy …
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Back Take and Setting The Hooks with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
Technique 1 – In our first video, we find Master Carlos Gracie Jr in Turtle Top looking to insert his hooks to obtain Back Mount but the opponent has wisely …
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GB Values: Developing Confidence
One of the central philosophies behind the training at the Gracie Barra school is that the jiu-jitsu student can experience personal development along with their skills in arm locking and …
Winning in Jiu-jitsu and in Life with Prof. Jefferson Moura (Part 2)
“Jiu-jitsu is like this all the time, one time you win, another time you learn, it’s always starting over, trying something different and better until you start winning.” ㅤ This …
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GB Technique: 3 Guard Passing Principles
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at the principles behind some of the guard passes that you learn in class at your Gracie Barra school. We …
Stop Getting Tapped By Heel Hooks With Prof Braulio!
This week’s 50/50 Heel Hook techniques are part of Week 11 of the NEW GB3 No-Gi module with Prof. Braulio Estima Technique 1 – In our first video, we find …
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GB Technique: Spider Guard Sweeps with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the very best defensive and offensive open guard styles – the Spider Guard. Especially effective for smaller jiu-jitsu …
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Mount Submissions 101 with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
The Top Mount is considered to be one of the most dominant positions to achieve as it has very strong submission opportunities (and 4 points in competition). Master Carlos takes …
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How To Escape The Knee On The Belly
One of the toughest positions to get caught in is the bottom of the Knee on Belly (KOB) Prof. Victor Estima shows us how to relieve the enormous pressure and …
Gracie Barra Head Instructor Prof. Moura Interview Part 1
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we talk with Prof. Jefferson Moura about his role as head instructor at the original Gracie Barra school in Rio de Janeiro and the new …
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GB Technique: 4 Techniques for Smaller Bjj Students
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a selection of techniques that are especially useful for the Gracie Barra students reading this that are in the …
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No-Gi Half Guard Sweeps With Prof. Tussa
The half guard bottom position has evolved a lot in the last several years. At one time, half guard was considered to be a defensive position where we were half …
How To Correctly Pull Open Guard with Rodrigo Fajardo
Stand up grappling can involve wrestling or judo style takedowns but also, especially in competition style Jiu-Jitsu, pulling guard. Prof. Rodrigo Fajardo shows us how to use the guard pull …
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GB Student Question: Advice for small students
A GB student writes in and asks “I’m one of the smallest students in the class. What can I do to not get smashed by bigger, heavier training partners?” ㅤ …
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GB Technique: Single Leg Takedown Entries
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a takedown that might be the most successful at the higher levels of competition (both with gi and No-Gi) …
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Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Speaks on the Importance of Communication
This conversation is excerpted from a talk by Master Carlos Gracie Jr at a seminar where he shares his thoughts on the importance of communication and taking responsibility within the …
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GB Technique: Clock Choke & Turtle Attack from GB1
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at 2 techniques from the GB1 Online taught by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. – taught by Prof’s Marcio Feitosa and …
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GB Student Question: “Does the instructor have to get me caught up or is it my responsibility?”
A new GB student, Anthony, asks “I have a question for the collective on here (the GB Online Community)… I joined late into this program and I just started jiu-jitsu… …
GB Technique: Head and Arm Choke: Attack and Escape
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a pair of techniques from the perspective of both the attack and then the counter and escape. ㅤ Have …
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Technique Beats Strength with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
This week on Gracie Barra’s blog, we have a video from a seminar held by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Master Carlos teaches a slick guard pass, but more importantly, explains …
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GB Technique: Knee on the Belly with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are going to look in-depth at the control and attack from the Knee on the Belly KOB position with one of Gracie Barra’s most …
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GB Lifestyle: Maintaining Your Machine
If you have been training jiu-jitsu for any length of time, you will recognize the considerable stresses that your body is subjected to. After all, what other art and sport …
GB Technique: Gripping and Takedown Strategies
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some more advanced ideas for gripping and performing takedowns in the standing position with Prof. Flavio Almeida ㅤ Takedowns …
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GB Student Question: “Is it better to concentrate on my best moves or learn a lot of different techniques?”
A BJJ student with just less than 1 year of training asks a great question. “There are only a few moves that I can tap my training partners with and …
GB Technique: Competition Takedowns and Counters
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some of the most effective takedowns that we see in BJJ competition and how to defend some of the …
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Fundamentals – My Favorite GB Online Program
As a writer for Gracie Barra, I have access to all of the GB Online Advanced programs – the GB2 and GB3. There is a TON of great material there. …
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GB Technique: Knee on Belly Sequence with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are going to look in detail at a 180-degree armbar and other attacks from the knee on the belly (KOB) position by 6th-degree black …
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Tips On Visiting Other Schools
Many of us will enjoy the experience of visiting another Jiu-Jitsu school while on business travel or a vacation. Or we might have friends who train in other academies …
GB Technique: Deep Dive into the Arm Triangle Choke
This week on GB Technique we are going to look more in-depth at one of the very best No-Gi submissions – the Arm Triangle (or Kata gatame) choke. ㅤ This …
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GB Student Question: “What should I show my friend who wants to learn about BJJ?”
A Jiu-Jitsu student writes in about wanting to get their friend interested in training, but the friend isn’t ready quite yet to join an academy. ㅤ “I have some puzzle …
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GB Technique: Submission Hunting with Prof. Joe Scarola
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at a variety of submission attacks from one of our favorite GB Professors – Prof. Joe Scarola of GB Jupiter, …
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GB Values: Master Carlos Gracie Jr. on Friendship
“Inside the mat, we create connections that we’ll have for life.” Master Carlos Gracie Jr. ㅤ This talk is excerpted from the GB Online course “Life Lessons with Master Carlos …
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GB Technique: High Percentage No-Gi Chokes
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at the must-know No-Gi chokes. If you start training more No-Gi, after your open guard, the biggest difference might be that …
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GB Student Question: “I feel very nervous before a tournament. How can I deal with the nerves?”
When it comes to competition jiu-jitsu, BY FAR the most common question we hear from Gracie Barra students is about dealing with the stress and nervousness in the weeks, days, …
GB Student Question: “Do I need to get into shape before starting Bjj?”
A future GB student asks about preparing themselves to start doing the Fundamentals classes at Gracie Barra: “I really want to start BJJ but should I get myself into shape …
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GB Values: Body & Mind with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
“I believe in the idea of a healthy body and a healthy mind.” Today we are sharing an excerpt from the GB Online course Life Lessons with Master Carlos Gracie …
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GB Technique: Connecting Open Guards
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at how different open guard positions are connected to defend standing guard passers and ultimately get the sweep. ㅤ Have …
New Trailer, New Video Unlocked – GB3 NoGi Online Blueprint
GB3 No-Gi Online by Braulio Estima Only 1 of 7 people to become an ADCC Weight Class and Absolute Division champion in history. GB3 No-Gi Online by Braulio Estima will …
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“Me. My family. GB.” A personal story of how GB changes lives
“I am a walking advertisement for GB, every day.” ㅤ Prof. Jo Thomson started training at GB Sydney, Australia in around 2005, at the age of 47 as her first …
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GB Technique: 4 Different Types of Top Mount
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at the 4 main variations of the Top Mount Have you checked out the GB Online Instagram account? https://instagram.com/graciebarraonline @graciebarraonline ㅤ …
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4 Reasons That Every Jiu-Jitsu Student Should Compete
This week on the GB Compnet blog, we will talk about the top 4 reasons that all Jiu-Jitsu students should compete at least once. ㅤ Many instructors at Gracie Barra …
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Prof. Pedro Jordao: BJJ coach for UFC fighter Wei Li Zhang
Meet Prof. Pedro Jordao, head coach of Gracie Barra Shunyi in Beijing, China, and also known as the BJJ coach for UFC Strawweight champion Wei Li Zhang. ㅤ ” I …
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GB Technique: 2 points for the sweep!
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at some of Gracie Barra’s favorite sweep variations. ㅤ Have you checked out the GB Online Instagram account? https://instagram.com/graciebarraonline @graciebarraonline ㅤ …
GB Technique: The Big 5 Submissions
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at the most effective, time-tested submissions from BJJ. ㅤ There are undoubtedly over 100’s of submissions and variations in Jiu-Jitsu, …
GB Women: Prof. Jo Thomson on Dealing with Challenges
“…not allowing myself to quit, I continue to show up and do my best. “ ㅤ This week we will be talking with GB Australia’s first woman black belt – …
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GB Technique: Trip takedowns from standup
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at some standing trips to get the match to the mat effectively. ㅤ Have you checked out the GB Online …
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GB Women: Motivational advice with Prof. Jo Thomson
“It’s a long journey. I can tell you that it won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.” ㅤ This week we will be talking with GB Australia’s first …
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GB Values: Health with Master Carlos Gracie Jr
This week we will be talking about training Jiu-Jitsu not only for competition medals or to achieve the next belt but as a longer-term view of jiu-jitsu for our physical …
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GB Technique: Prof. Marcio Feitosa leg entanglement guard
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at Prof. Marcio Feitosa showing multiple guard entries into a leg entanglement finishing in a back take. Linking positions together …
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GB Student Question: “Can I get better by just rolling a lot?”
A Gracie Barra student writes in and asks “I see some of the purple, brown, and black belts just come at the end of class for rolling… How important is …
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GB Student question: “Do I need to learn berimbolo and inverted guard to be a black belt?”
A Gracie Barra student writes in asking about advanced techniques that some of the other colored belts are doing in class. The student is a +35 years old blue belt …
GB Technique: Knee on The Belly Chokes
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at some choke attacks from the knee on the belly (KOB). ㅤ Some jiu-jitsu practitioners look at the knee on …
GB Values: Master Carlos Gracie Jr on Goals and Discipline
The traditional martial arts have long been associated with the character and spiritual development from far back to their origins in Japan and China. ㅤ Gracie Barra’s philosophy of the …
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GB Student Question: “Size doesn’t matter in jiu-jitsu. Is that true?”
A Gracie Barra student writes in asking about a common saying in the martial arts “Size doesn’t matter.” ㅤ Is this true? The short answer is yes, size matters – …
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GB Technique: Advanced Open Guard with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week we are going to look at some advanced open guard variations with one of Gracie Barra’s most experienced instructors, 6th-degree black belt Prof. Marcio Feitosa IG: @feitosagb ㅤ …
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GB Technique: Triangle Wizardry with Prof. Vanessa Waltz
This week we are going to look at some Advanced triangle variations with Prof. Vanessa Waltz from GB Colorado Springs. ㅤ Most GB students have a few different entries and …
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Top 3 Jiu-Jitsu Class No-No’s
Most Jiu-Jitsu schools have a school rules list posted somewhere besides the mats. In Gracie Barra schools there is a poster explaining the standard safety and etiquette rules for all …
GB Technique: Advanced Passing the Open Guard
This week we are going to look at some more advanced strategies and techniques for passing different open guard styles. ㅤ Have you checked out the GB Online Instagram account? …
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GB Student Question “Sometimes I feel like quitting!”
A Jiu-Jitsu student who has been training for a little more than a year wrote in with the following story: “I have been going to BJJ class as regularly as …
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GB Technique : Straight ArmBar Variations
Intermediate and advanced students of Jiu-Jitsu will start to explore variations of the basic techniques in their training once they have some command of the basic technique. This is especially …
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How To Eat Better For Jiu-Jitsu
A big part of the GB Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle is following a nutritious diet of clean, natural foods to maximize our performance and recovery on the mats. ㅤ This week GB …
GB Technique: Collar Chokes
This week on GB Technique we are looking at some of the most effective collars strangles for Intermediate and Advanced level jiu-jitsu. ㅤ While there are countless variations of the …
GB Kids: GB Professors talk about the positive effects of Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Barra’s Little Champions jiu-jitsu programs all over the world are run by experienced and passionate instructors who use jiu-jitsu as a vehicle to help shape the lives of young …
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Week 14 is here, Team! Let’s practice!
🔺 Week 14 is here and it’s time to study Headlock, Hip / Hand Throw, and Side Mount. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you …
GB Philosophy with Prof. Garnier
Professor Sebastien Garnier is the head instructor of GB Marseilles and helping to grow the sport and art of Jiu-Jitsu in France. ㅤ GB Blog asked Prof. Sebastien to talk …
Week 13 is here, Team! Let’s train!
🔺 Week 13 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transition to the Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class …
GB Technique: Advanced Sport Jiu-Jitsu with Prof. Braulio Estima
This week on GB Technique we are going to learn some sport jiu-jitsu advanced positions from one of Gracie Barra’s all-time great competitors, Prof. Braulio Estima. ㅤ Having been successful …
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GB Technique: GB 3 Advanced with Prof. Flavio Almeida
This week on GB Technique we are going to Intermediate and Advanced Bjj techniques from Prof. Flavio Almeida ㅤ Prof. Flavio Almeida is one of Gracie Barra’s most experienced instructors …
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Meet Professor Sebastien Garnier GB Marseille – France
Meet Professor Sebastien Garnier who is growing the sport and art of Jiu-Jitsu in France and representing the Red Shield. ㅤ “Jiu-Jitsu helps a lot of students to build resilience, …
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Week 12 is here! Let’s train, Team!
🔺 Week 12 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throws, and Back / Turtle. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that …
GB Technique: GB 2 Advanced with Prof. Victor Estima
This week on GB Technique we are going to see some Intermediate and Advanced BJJ techniques from Prof. Victor Estima. ㅤ Prof. Victor (along with his brother Braulio) is one …
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Competition Mind Set with Prof. Ulpiano Malachias
“…you will be unbeatable, you are going to be a champion” ㅤ Prof. Ulpiano Malachias of Gracie Barra Westchase talks this week about mental focus, feeling nervous before competing, and …
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GB Technique: GB 1 Fundamentals with Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
Let’s start our 2021 year of training off with the most important Fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu – as taught by the head of Gracie Barra, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. from the …
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3 Great Reasons That Kids Should Do Jiu-Jitsu
“Jiu-Jitsu is training for life.” One of the most important parts of the Gracie Barra school is the Little Champions Jiu-Jitsu programs. ㅤ Many parents are aware that martial arts …
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GB Goals: Get Better At A Position
As Gracie Barra students are looking for a new year, it marks a fresh start symbolically. It’s a great time to reflect on the successes and lessons of the past …
GB Technique: Intermediate & Advanced Sweeps
This week on GB Technique we will be looking at some Intermediate to Advanced sweeps. ㅤ This author will confess that learning sweeps as a white belt were what got …
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Week 9 is here! Let’s train, Team!
🔺 Week 9 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transitions to the Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same …
A must-have update: Premium GB Rank Certificates and Diplomas
The highly anticipated Premium GB Rank Certificates and Diplomas are now available to order! We are proud that GB team members worldwide now have a quality rank certificate and diploma …
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GB Student Question: “I’m very busy. Can I still get better?”
A Gracie Barra student writes in and asks “I have a job, I’m taking a course some evenings and I need to spend time with my girlfriend. I can only …
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GB Technique: The biggest difference in your Jiu-jitsu – Positional Escapes
This week on GB Technique we will be looking at escapes from different inferior positions. ㅤ Have you checked out the GB Online Instagram account? https://instagram.com/graciebarraonline @graciebarraonline ㅤ While many Jiu-Jitsu …
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GB Culture: On belt promotions
Watching all of the Gracie Barra schools all over the world on social media in the last couple of weeks, many schools had their year-end photo and promotions day. We …
Week 7 is here, Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 7 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strike, Leg Grabs, and Guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you are …
GB Technique: Intermediate and Advanced takedowns
This week on GB Technique, we are going to look at some Intermediate and Advanced takedowns from the GB2 Takedowns Module by Prof. Henrique Machado. ㅤ When you think about …
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GB Kids: A Success Story with Prof. Bryan Waltz
“…a hard-earned advantage that in a life-threatening situation can make all the difference.” ㅤ Prof. Bryan Waltz from GB Colorado Springs talks about a real-life story of where a Jiu-Jitsu …
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Week 6 is here, Team! Let’s Practice!
🔺 Week 6 is here and it’s time to study Headlocks, Hip/Hand Throws, and Back. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline can you experience the same class structure that you are learning …
GB Fundamentals: Essential Self-Defense
This week on GB Technique, we are joining Prof. Andre Almeida at GB Simi Valley for some essential self-defense techniques from the standing position. ㅤ An integral part of Gracie …
Gracie Barra Kids Jiu-jitsu with Prof. Bryan Waltz
The Gracie Barra Kid’s jiu-jitsu programs can have a tremendously positive effect on young people’s lives. Today’s children are faced with many challenges in life from bullying, to lack of …
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Week 5 is here, Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 5 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transition to the Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same …
Black Belt Advice for GB Students by Prof. Carlos Lemos
“Share everything that you know with everyone…” ㅤ Prof. Carlos comes from the original Gracie Barra in Barra de Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, also known as Gracie Barra Matriz. The …
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GB Fundamentals: How to Pull Guard
If you have watched any competition jiu-jitsu you will have seen that a primary tactic for many competitors is to pull guard to get the match to the ground where …
Week 4 is here, Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 4 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throw, and Mount/Knee on Belly. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure …
GB Student Question: “Is it better to be good at just a few moves?”
A purple belt jiu-jitsu student had a question: “Is it better to have a good, general knowledge of many techniques or to specialize in a few positions?” ㅤ An …
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GB Fundamentals: Passing Open Guard with Technique and Principles
The Bullfighter Pass – known as the “Toreando” Pass in Portuguese. It is named that as the passer is playing matador to the “bull” of the strength of your opponent’s …
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Week 3 is here Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 3 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strikes, Leg Grab, and Guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you are …
GB Technique: No-gi with Prof. “Tussa” Alencar
Do you prefer to train Jiu-Jitsu in the gi or put on your rash guard and roll No-gi? ㅤ GB Online offers a course for Gracie Barra students who want …
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GB Motivation: Prof. Carlos Lemos on Inspiration and Overcoming Obstacles
Meet Prof. Carlos Lemos Jr., a 5th-degree black belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and the head instructor and owner of Gracie Barra Downers Grove, Illinois. ㅤ “I was the …
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Week 2, Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 2 is here and it’s time to study Headlock, Hip / Hand Throw, and Side Mount. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that …
GB Fundamentals: What Are The 5 Most Important White Belt Techniques?
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at the most important techniques that new Gracie Barra students should be learning. ㅤ Check out GB Online to see …
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Attitude and Mindset with GB Champion Kendall Reusing
“Winning and achieving a certain goal long-term can only happen when they’re having fun” ㅤ Prof. Kendall shares her story about her start in Jiu-Jitsu, her mindset for competition, and …
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Week 1, Team! Let’s train! =)
🔺 Week 1 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transition to Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that …
GB Fundamentals: The Single Leg Takedown
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most important takedowns in wrestling and jiu-jitsu – the single leg takedown. ㅤ The single leg …
The Importance of Judo with Prof. Carlos Lemos
GB Online readers may remember Prof. Carlos Lemos from our GB Technique series whenever we feature takedowns. This week, we talk with Prof. Lemos about the importance of judo for …
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Week 16! Let’s go Team! =)
🔺 Week 16 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throw, and Mount / Knee on Belly. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure …
GB Fundamentals: The Kimura
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most important submission basics – the Kimura shoulder lock. ㅤ The “Kimura” lock is named after …
GB Women: Prof. Kendall Reusing on Competition
Gracie Barra athlete Prof. Kendall Reusing has been on quite a competitive tear in 2020 with victories in Subversive, FightToWin, and most recently the prestigious Pan American championships. ㅤ “..Doing …
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Week 15! Let’s go Team! =)
🔺 Week 15 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strike, Leg Grab, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from …
GB Technique: Understanding the X-Guard with Prof. Joe Scarola
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some sweeps, submission, and a counter from the X-guard position. ㅤ The X-Guard is one of the forms of …
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GB Student Question: “Am I starting Bjj at an age too late to get to black belt?”
Elaine Wynn, at age 72 with Professor Kaliffa Oliveira GB received a question from a new student starting Jiu-Jitsu at the age of 52 years old. The student had a …
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Week 14! Let’s go Team! =)
🔺 Week 14 is here and it’s time to study Headlock, Hip / Hand Throw, and Side Mount. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that …
GB Fundamentals: Closed Guard Sweep Fundamentals
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some of the very first guard techniques that we learn in jiu-jitsu – sweeps from our closed guard. ㅤ …
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Jiu-Jitsu x COVID-19 Course
O Professor Bráulio Estima, Instrutor Chefe da GB Online, gravou um vídeo sobre o atual cenário da Covid-19 na GB. ㅤ Como lutadores, tenha em mente que a luta ainda …
GB Motivation: Prof. Carlos Lemos on Jiu-jitsu Attitude and the Pandemic
“It’s exactly like a Jiu-Jitsu match. Your whole life is a Jiu-Jitsu match…” ㅤ Meet Prof. Carlos Lemos Jr., a 5th-degree black belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and the …
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Week 13! Let’s go Team! =)
🔺 Week 13 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transition to the Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class …
GB Technique: Turtle Bottom : Escapes and Reversals
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some escapes and reversals from the turtle bottom position. ㅤ When we first start jiu-jitsu we hear the advice …
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GB Motivation: Prof. Carlos Lemos on How He Started Jiu-jitsu
Meet Prof. Carlos Lemos Jr., a 5th degree black belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Carlos is the head instructor and owner of Gracie Barra Downers Grove, Illinois. ㅤ “Once …
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Week 12 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 12 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throws, and Back / Turtle. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you …
GB Fundamentals: Positional Escapes with Prof. Brian Waltz
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at escapes from different ground positions – with Prof. Brian Waltz of Gracie Barra, Colorado Springs ㅤ For the first …
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Week 11 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 11 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strikes, Leg Grabs, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from …
GB Competitor: Prof. Carlos Souza
Prof. Carlos Souza was one of the key members of the Gracie Barra Team that were victorious at the Subversive team grappling event in Dallas, Texas. ㅤ “I focussed on …
GB Fundamentals: HeadLock Escapes
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at Headlock escapes on the ground – Week 6 and 14 in the GB Fundamentals Curriculum. ㅤ If you have …
GB Women – Meet Prof. Vanessa Waltz
Prof. Vanessa Waltz is a co-owner of Gracie Barra Colorado Springs and an active competitor. One look at her social media and you can see Prof. Vanessa is a high …
Week 10 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 10 is here and it’s time to study Headlocks, Hip / Hand Throw, and Mount / Knee on Belly. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure …
GB Fundamentals: The Double Leg Takedown
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most fundamental and effective takedown techniques in all of jiu-jitsu. The double leg takedown. ㅤ Far …
GB Student Question: Mistakes Of Enthusiasm
A thoughtful first-year student of Jiu-Jitsu asks GB Online: “I see some of the white belt students doing things in class that doesn’t seem right. What is the biggest mistake …
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Week 9 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 9 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transitions to the Guard / Sacrifice Throw, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure …
GB Values: Jiu-Jitsu Culture
There are a number of aspects of Jiu-Jitsu culture that make Jiu-Jitsu such a unique and addicting activity. We sometimes talk about these less obvious parts of Jiu-Jitsu in the …
GB Fundamentals: The Short Arm Drag
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at the Short Arm Drag from wrestling. This is an absolute must know for Jiu-Jitsu students and especially for the …
Week 8 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 8 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Leg / Foot Throws, and Side Mount. Only at #GBOnline, you can experience the same class structure …
GB Student Question: “Is Jiu-Jitsu effective for self defense?”
A question from someone who has experience in some other martial arts asks Gracie Barra Blog “Is Jiu-Jitsu effective for street self-defense?” ㅤ The short answer is YES! We will …
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GB Technique: Summer Training – No-Gi Submissions
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at some submissions that we can do when training no-gi. ㅤ With the hot weather in the summer, it is …
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Week 7 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 7 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strike, Leg Grabs, and Guard. Only at #GBOnline you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from your …
GB Fundamentals: Inside Trip – Ouchi Gari
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most fundamental takedowns in Jiu-Jitsu – the inside trip. ㅤ Check out GB Online to see …
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Prof. Ulpiano Malachias on Leading a GB School
“My philosophy it’s #1 be loyal to your team and training partners” ㅤ Prof. Ulpiano Malachias is the owner of GB Westchase in Houston, Texas (and soon to be 2nd …
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Week 6 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 6 is here and it’s time to study Headlocks, Hand/Hip Throws – Back/Turtle. Only at #GBOnline you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from …
GB Fundamentals: Outside Trip – Osoto Gari
This week on GB Technique we are going to look at one of the most fundamental takedowns in Jiu-Jitsu – the outside trip. ㅤ Check out GB Online to see …
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Week 5 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 5 is here and it’s time to study Standing Strike, Transition to Guard / Sacrifice Throw and Guard. Only at #GBOnline can you experience the same class structure that you …
This Video Will Change Your Day!
How does it feel to change belts in Jiu-Jitsu? Hello Team, This week we posted on the GB Online Instagram, @graciebarraonline, an amazing video. For those of us who practice …
Fitness for Jiu-jistu
Meet GB Blackbelt and personal fitness trainer Prof. Pshemek Drabczynski. Pshemek trains out of Gracie Barra HQ in California and has an extensive kickboxing background in addition to his 20+ …
GB Fundamentals: The Hip Throw
The week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the Fundamental techniques of Jiu-Jitsu – the hip throw and some common variations. ㅤ Check out GB Online …
Do You Know Your Jiu-Jitsu Mindset?
Take the Test Today and Discover It! Hello Team, You’ve probably heard the word “Mindset” a few times. To describe Mindset simply and directly we can say that it is …
Week 4 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 4 is here and it’s time to study Clinch & Holds, Foot Throws, Mount / Knee on Belly. Only at #GBOnline can you experience the same class structure that you …
GB Student Question: “Is it possible to train Jiu-Jitsu even if I don’t have much money?”
I was a guest on a live interview on Instagram with one of the Jiu-Jitsu schools in India. There is a tremendous amount of interest in India in combat sports …
GB Student Question: “How do I pass the Lasso Guard?”
An experienced purple belt is having difficulty passing the Lasso guard and asked: “Can you recommend a lasso guard pass? Other than not letting my opponent get the guard …
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Week 3 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 3 is here and it’s time to study Ground Strike, Leg Grabs and Guard. Only at #GBOnline you can experience the same class structure that you are learning from …
GB Technique: Advanced Lapel Techniques
This week on GB Technique we are learning some variations of techniques using the lapels with some of the top GB black belt instructors. ㅤ There has been an explosion …
GB Technique: Advanced Gi Chokes
This week on GB Technique we are learning some variations of the gi choke with some of the top GB black belt instructors. ㅤ This aspect of jiu-jitsu is probably …
Large Hip Throw – O-Goshi
? Learn directly from one of the biggest Takedown for Jiu-Jitsu specialists. ?GB2 Takedown by Henrique Machado @senseihenriquemachado ? ?Stay Connected to The GB World?
GB Student Question : “I lost in my first tournament and feel devastated!”
A Jiu-Jitsu student messaged me fresh after their first tournament experience. ㅤ The white belt student had trained hard and had high expectations and really wanted to win in front …
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Week 2 Team! Let’s Go! ???
? Week 2 is here and it’s time to study Headlocks, Hip / Hand Throws and Side Mount Only at #GBOnline can you experience the same class structure that you are learning …
GB Technique: The “Rodado” Rolling Choke
This week on GB Technique we are learning “Rodado” / Loop Choke variations with some top GB black belt instructors. ㅤ You have probably seen some competition hi-lights with Loop …
GB3 Online by Flavio Almeida ???
Old solutions to new problems, New solutions to old problems! One of the Best instructional of all time coming this summer ?????? ?Stay Connected to The GB World? http://linktr.ee/gbonline
Outside Hook Guard Sweep
? Professor Victor Estima is one of Gracie Barra’s most accomplished competitors! ?GB2 by Victor Estima @victorestimagb ? ? Now Streaming on GB Online http://linktr.ee/gbonline #graciebarra #bjjvideo #bjjdrills #gbonline #jiujitsu #jiujitsuforeveryone
GB Values: Consistency and Dedication
I saw this photo on a post on the Gracie Barra Instagram account the other day with the simple caption “Consistencia E Dedicacao”. ㅤ The image is of 60+ years …
How to face problems in your life through Jiu-Jitsu
Watch ?Professor Rodrigo Carvalho in our latest @graciebarraonline JJ For Life video. ?Stay Connected to The GB World? https://linktr.ee/gbonline
GB3 Online by Flavio Almeida
2 weeks and 640 takes + outtakes ? One of the Best instructional of all time coming this summer at GB Online. ?GB3 Online by Flavio Almeida? Stay Connected: https://linktr.ee/gbonline
Knee on Belly to Spinning Armbar
? Roberto “Tussa” Alencar is one of the most renowned no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructors in the world! ?GB2 NOGI by Roberto “Tussa”? ? Now Streaming on GB Online:linktr.ee/gbonline
Week 1 Team! Let’s Go! ???
?Week 1 is here and it’s time to study standing strike, transitions to the guard / sacrifice throws & guard. ㅤ Only at #GBOnline can you experience the same class …
GB Technique: The Inverted Triangle from GB Brasil
This week on GB Technique we are learning some more advanced and lesser known triangle variations from some of the top GB instructors in Brasil. ㅤ Most of us think …
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The Most Respected Fundamentals Curriculum in the World
Learning more than Jiu-Jitsu with Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Professor Draculino @draculinojj started his Jiu-Jitsu journey in 1984 as a white belt under Master Carlos Gracie Jr., and has been …
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Surprise opponents with this choke using the lapel
by Professor Alexandre Dechandt ?Stay Connected to The GB World? http://linktr.ee/gbonline
GB Online Live Seminar Professor Victor Estima
?️ Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from one of our greatest names of GB Jiu-Jitsu: Professor Victor Estima @victorestimagb this Wednesday, July 8th?? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Victor Estima is a prolific Jiu …
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GB Student Question: “What should a white belt be working on?”
White belt can be at once the most exciting AND frustrating time in your Jiu-Jitsu journey. ㅤ Why? Because every class seems to bring a new technique solution to a …
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Week 16 Team! Let’s Go! ???
Let’s train, socialize with our teammates and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 07/05 – 07/11 our …
GB Mental Game: The Power of Focus
If you have struggled with trying to remember the multitude of techniques that you’ve seen in class at Gracie Barra, you will readily admit that training Jiu-Jitsu is not all …
Jiu-Jitsu For A Better World!
“If everyone practiced Jiu-Jitsu, the world would be better!” Behind this sentence, there is a concept, a mission that Master Carlinhos takes, to this day, not only for Gracie Barra, …
Monster Sprawls Drills on the Medicine Ball
This Solo Drill Will Surprise You! By Professor Carlos Lemos Jr.? ?Stay Connected to The GB World? http://linktr.ee/gbonline
The Art of War – Why We Train Jiu-Jitsu
Many people begin training Jiu-Jitsu for reasons of self defense, a new way to stay physically fit or a desire to compete. Many people discover other, more profound reasons to …
Pushing Through No Matter What
Hello Team, Surely each of us on our journey on the mat experienced the famous feeling of being on a roller coaster. One day we were at the top, we …
Arm Drag in Action
Learn a variation of Arm Drag that Professor Alexandre Café loves to apply in tournaments to surprise his opponent. Want to see how he does it in practice? ?Stay Connected …
Week 15 Team! Let’s Go! ???
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 06/28 – 07/04 …
GB Technique: Advanced Submissions with Prof. Reginaldo Almeida
This week on GB Technique we are learning some advanced submissions from GB Spring Hill head instructor Prof. Reginaldo Almeida. ㅤ As your opponent’s gain experience, it becomes increasingly difficult …
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Why Gracie Barra?
I meet a lot of different people in the Jiu-Jitsu community – whether it’s chatting with people while watching matches at a tournament or traveling students who drop into my …
The Power of Changing Lives Through Jiu-Jitsu
“Jiu-Jitsu For Everyone” seemed like an impossible mission at the beginning of Gracie Barra. Dreaming of having schools in the 4 corners of the world, spreading our art and culture …
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No Partner? No Problem!
Professor Marcio Antony @antonymarcio from GB Kitsilano is teaching you 2 solos drills on how to escape from Turtle Position. Stay Connected! https://linktr.ee/gbonline
GB Technique: The Reverse de la Riva Guard with Prof. Marcus Lima
This week on GB Technique we are looking at Reverse de la Riva (RDLR) guard as taught by Prof. Marcus Lima of Gracie Barra Shellharbour ㅤ The Reverse de la …
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Week 14 Team! Let’s Go! ???
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 06/21 – 06/27 …
GB Technique: Self Defense at GB North Phoenix
This week on GB Technique we are looking at self defense techniques and principles as taught by some of the Gracie Barra North Phoenix instructors. ㅤ As students of jiu-jitsu …
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Master Carlos Gracie Jr. And The Future Of GB
“Gracie Barra will be an example of building successful and well-educated people, elevating the human race. I think we will surprise the world!” ㅤ Since our Mission of Jiu-Jitsu For …
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Jiu-Jitsu For Life – The Mats Don’t Lie
Jiu-Jitsu become a way of life. On this series, GB Online is bringing GB members to share their JJ experience beyond the mats. “Its the hunger to be better today …
Week 13 Team! Let’s Go! ???
Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 06/14-06/20 our classes are …
Felipe “Preguiça” Pena Live Seminar at GB Online
?️ Don’t miss the opportunity to learn. ?️ Felipe Pena will teach a seminar this Wednesday @ 10am PST ?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week at GB Online, we will have an exclusive …
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GB Values: 5 Things A Great Training Partner Does
One of the most common things that we hear in any interview with a Jiu-Jitsu or MMA champion athlete being interviewed on the podium with a medal around their neck …
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GB student question “Do I need to be really flexible for Jiu-Jitsu?”
A Gracie Barra student messaged with the following question “I’ve been training for a few months and am not very flexible. Some of the blue and purple belts at the …
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The History of the GB1 Program
Master Carlinhos’ unique way of teaching comes from the influence of Grand Masters in his life: Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr, Grand Master Hélio Gracie and Grand Master Rolls Gracie. …
Gabriel Arges Live Seminar at GB Online
Gabriel Arges will teach you a seminar this Wednesday @ 12pm PST ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week at GB Online, we will have an exclusive seminar with the current and multi-time …
Jiu-Jitsu x Pandemic – BJJ Helps Improve Your Mental Strength
Coach Rick Hill is sharing his experience during the Pandemic and how Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Barra have contributed to overcome the challenges in a positive way. Follow Us on Social …
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GB Technique: Escapes and Counter Attacks
This week on GB Technique we are looking at techniques and principles for escapes and counter attacks as taught by one of Gracie Barra’s top instructors Professor Bryan Waltz of …
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Lapel Guard Sweep
Check Out Two Variations From De La Riva Guard with Professor Felipe Soares from GB Vancouver – Canada Follow Us on Social Media Instagram @graciebarraonline Facebook – Gracie Barra …
The Value of Being Gracie Barra – Have you thought about it?
Hello Team, Yesterday we published a video with Professor Salvo Pace from Gracie Barra Bath, UK. The video is in English and you can watch it on GB Online’s Instagram …
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GB Technique: Standup with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week on GB Technique we are looking at techniques and principles for takedowns as taught by one of Gracie Barra’s legendary instructors Prof. Marcio Feitosa ㅤ In a previous …
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?Jiu-Jitsu x Pandemic?
Professor Salvo is sharing his experience during the Pandemic and how Jiu-Jitsu and GB have contributed to overcome the challenges in a positive way. We Are All Very Fortunate to …
GB Values: Staying Disciplined for Jiu-jitsu
You have no doubt been inundated with advertising online about how to use a new super food to melt away extra pounds or some Jiu-Jitsu instructional series that promises to …
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The First Red Belt of Gracie Barra
“Master Mauricio Robbe, he is the first Red Belt from Gracie Barra!” Master Carlos Gracie Jr made a statement on promoting Master Robbe to a higher rank than him. It …
GB Technique: The Art of Takedowns with Prof. Carlos Liberi
This week on GB Technique we are looking at techniques and principles for takedowns as taught by Gracie Barra black belt Prof. Carlos Liberi. ㅤ You may have an awesome …
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Life’s Challenges – Jiu-Jitsu Helps Off The Mat
Throughout the period of the pandemic, Gracie Barra has been steadfast in promoting staying active and connected as a community and maintaining a positive attitude. Positive messages can mean a …
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We Are Creating The New Normal
WE ARE GRACIE BARRA As GB’s spokesperson to the world, we, members of GB Online, are proud to be part of this team full of leaders and members focused on …
Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Life Lessons: Health
In this poignant video, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. speaks not just of general health, but of guarding your future health by taking on a mind over body mentality. He compares …
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GB Values: Be grateful to be able to train!
As around the GB Network, many Gracie Barra schools have been given the okay by local government to reopen with precautions, Jiu-Jitsu students are eager to get started again. The …
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The 7 Habits of Great GB Leaders
“Habits have tremendous gravity pull” wrote Dr. Covey, author of the timeless book, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Breaking a bad habit is very hard. The “gravity pull” of …
GB Technique: Half Guard Position Sweeps
This week on GB Technique we are looking at techniques and strategies to sweep from the half guard bottom as taught by Gracie Barra black belt instructors. ㅤ The half …
GB Technique: Pass The Half Guard
This week on GB Technique we are looking at techniques and strategies to control and pass the half guard as taught by Gracie Barra black belt instructors. ㅤ Whenever I …
GB Student question: “I want to bring my girlfriend to try Jiu-Jitsu. Will she like it?”
With Jiu-Jitsu addicts spending 2, 3 or 4 nights a week (or more!) at bjj class, many male students would like to bring their girlfriend (or wife) along to try …
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
Gracie Barra Wishes All Mothers A Happy Mother’s Day
Competition with Professor Edwin Najimi
Professor Edwin Najimi is one of the top competitors in his weight class at the world level representing Gracie Barra and he recently opened his GB Tarzan’s school. ㅤ Check …
Safety First At GB. Always!
Hello GB Family, May is here and many changes are to come. 2020 is definitely a year that has entered into world history and has become extremely important for the …
GB Motivation: Master Carlos Gracie Jr. – Life Lessons
My favorite course on GB Online is the Life Lessons with Master Carlos Gracie Jr. A series of informal talks with the founder of Gracie Barra, Master Carlos explores a …
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GB Motivation: Extrinsic vs Intrinsic Motivation
A question that I enjoy to ask Gracie Barra students is “What motivates you to train Jiu-Jitsu?” ㅤ The answers can be quite varied. Just as Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone …
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GB Little Champions with Prof. Fabiana Borges
Meet Prof. Fabiana Borges, the head black belt instructor at GB San Antonio and international level Bjj competitor. ㅤ If you follow Prof. Fabiana on social media, you will quickly …
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GB Student question “Get back in shape before going back to Jiu-Jitsu?”
For Jiu-Jitsu students looking to make a return to classes after an absence this is a common question. ㅤ Your bjj training may have been interrupted for any number of …
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Week 5 Team! Let’s Go!
Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 4/19 – 4/25 …
GB Community – Do you know there is a Gracie Barra school in…
One of the positives that has come from the global pandemic is that the internet has enabled the Gracie Barra community to come together and feed from the positivity from …
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Eating Well for Jiu-Jitsu : Easy Recipe
One of our challenges as Jiu-Jitsu students is to maintain a healthy, nutritious diet to fuel our workouts and recover from strenuous training sessions. ㅤ While most of us recognize …
GB Technique: Breaking the Turtle from GB Brazil
This week on GB Blog we are talking about methods to break the Turtle position as taught by some of the top Gracie Barra Black Belt instructors from Gracie Barra …
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Master Carlos Gracie Jr Life Lessons: Discipline
Life Lessons with Master Carlos brings us his philosophy about our rotutine issues. He shares with us his experience of life dealing with our internal matters to improve ourselves. In …
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GB Technique: Fundamentals with Prof. Bruno Fernandes of GB Montreal
This week on GB Blog we are talking about Fundamentals of Jiu-jitsu as taught by one of the top Gracie Barra black belt instructors – Prof. Bruno Fernandes of GB …
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Week 3 Team! Let’s Go!
Week 3 Team! Let’s Go! Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. …
GB Values – Positive Attitude on the Mats
At the time of this post, your GB school is most likely closed and you are in quarantine. In addition to trying to stay active and keep your bodies flexible …
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GB Values – Loyalty
Since the majority of Jiu-Jitsu schools have been forced to close in the last several weeks, we have seen many instructors do online classes (check out the free class schedule …
Jiu-Jitsu Is Never Ending Learning
I have been asked by students “Once you are a black belt, is it necessary to continue to try to learn about Jiu-Jitsu?” The underlying assumption behind this question is: …
GB Technique: Guard Passing with Prof. Philipe Della Monica
This week on GB Blog we are talking about passing the guard as taught by one of the top Gracie Barra black belt instructors – Prof. Philipe Della Monica ㅤ …
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GB Home Training
Are you feeling a little “cooped up” these days? Missing the regular classes at the Gracie Barra school? ㅤ You are not alone. In addition to not having an outlet …
Stay Connected. We Are In This Together!
GB Technique: Open Guard with a GB Champion “Lagarto”
This week on GB Blog we are talking about the open guard as taught by one of the top Gracie Barra black belt instructors – Prof. Lucio “Lagarto” Rodrigues. IG: …
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Week 1 Team! Let’s Go!
Let’s train, socialize with our teammates, and strive to get better everyday as we seek to improve ourselves and those around us through Jiu-Jitsu. This week 3/22 – 3/28 …
Can’t Train? Learning From GB Videos
Given the current state of preventative measures for limiting exposure to Covid-19 virus (at the time of this writing), many Jiu-Jitsu schools have decided to suspend classes for a short …
WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER.
Our true value lies in how much we support each other, work together and contribute to make the world a better place. I started Gracie Barra with this in mind. …
Fireproof: The Accident (Part 2)
Often life subjects us to challenges that change our lives overnight. In part 2 of the documentary Fireproof, Rodrigo @pimpolhogb and family members talk about the accident that changed Rodrigo’s …
Fireproof – The Childhood (Part 1)
Want to know about the childhood of one of the biggest names in GB Jiu-Jitsu? In part 1 of the documentary FireProof, Prof Rodrigo and his mother tells us all …
How To Deal With Losses
“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin How many of you had a heartbreaking loss? You know, you put everything into the competition and you …
GB Technique: Finishing From Side Control
This week on GB Blog we are talking about one of the most dominant positions in Jiu-Jitsu – side mount as taught by Gracie Barra Black Belt instructors. ㅤ It …
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Fireproof by Rodrigo Fajardo
For the first time in our team’s history, GB Online produced an exclusive documentary with one of the greatest name’s in GB Jiu-Jitsu. You’ll be impressed with the story of …
GB Technique: Takedowns with Prof. Carlos Lemos Jr.
This week on GB Blog we are talking about judo for Jiu-jitsu. The majority of takedowns that we practice in jiu-jitsu have their roots in Judo (with the kimono) or …
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Fireproof by Rodrigo Fajardo
For the first time in our team’s history, GB Online produced an exclusive documentary with one of the greatest name’s in GB Jiu-Jitsu. You’ll be impressed with the story of …
Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle: Women and Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone. And women have been equals of men, or even better, for a long time. The good thing about Jiu-Jitsu is that it recognizes no gender or …
Prof. Marcio Feitosa On The Importance of A Complete Jiu-Jitsu
Prof. Marcio Feitosa is a 6th degree black belt from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and has trained under Master Carlos Gracie Jr. since his earliest days in 1988.ㅤ At one …
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GB Technique: Clinch Against Strikes
One of the weeks in the Gracie Barra Fundamentals Curriculum is closing the distance to clinch against an opponent who is attempting to strike you. Once you have clinched and …
Winning In Smaller Sizes
While not all of us were blessed with an “ideal” height to easily pin down opponents, Jiu-Jitsu has the answer to what we call the “David and Goliath” conundrum. Let’s …
GB Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle: Eat Your Veggies
Did you eat your veggies today? ㅤ You can hardly look at the news without seeing another article about the health crisis that affects many people – children included! – …
10 Reasons To Start Jiu-Jitsu
The next time you are seated on the mats, with your back against the wall after rolling some rounds and talking with a new training partner, I want you to …
Taking Care of Your Mind is Jiu-Jitsu – Maximum Efficiency with Minimum Effort
“Adversity does not bring out the best or worse in men. It reveals their true self.” How do you react to the falls you experience in life? How do you …
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GB Technique : Secret To Mastering A Position
As a journalist for Gracie Barra I have the pleasure of interviewing many of the top Gracie Barra competitors. I always ask for training tips to share with GB students …
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GB Student Question: “Can I get good at Jiu-Jitsu just by rolling a lot?”
A Jiu-Jitsu student messaged me after visiting a Jiu-Jitsu school while traveling. He said that he liked the school and that there was no technique instruction on his visit; that …
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Control your Jiu-Jitsu Fears Through Knowledge & Instruction
How to Handle Your Thoughts While on the Mats While grinding on the mats and halfway towards my day-in-the-life of a blackbelt wannabe (I have started to take training seriously, …
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GB Technique : Got Takedowns?
Want to Up Your Takedown Game? Check out: GB2 Online Takedowns – by Henrique Machado https://online.graciebarra.com/course?courseid=gb2-takedowns-hm ㅤ Here are some important concepts for those Jiu-Jitsu students looking to up their …
GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB Training Plan Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : Escaping The Worst Position in Jiu-jitsu
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques for escaping the back mount by some of Gracie Barra’s most experienced Black Belt Instructors from Gracie Barra …
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The GB Australia expansion through the ICP
Let’s fly to Australia. Our Gracie Barra schools over there are globally recognized for their standardized and excellent teaching levels. The GB team is getting stronger every day in that …
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What Our Self-Image Can Do To Our Jiu-Jitsu
What Is Your Self-Image? Remember the time when you were just a little boy/girl who enjoyed make-believe games? Where you wrapped a blanket around your neck and pretended that you …
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The GB Culture of Safety
The Gracie Barra school strives to create the safest training environment for all of the GB students. In any combat sport or martial art, there is some inherent risk of …
Training for Jiu-Jitsu Longevity
Discussing training frequency and intensity with a new student of Jiu-Jitsu, the talk turned to the challenge to train hard yet at the same time remain injury free and stay …
How to overcome mistakes through the lessons of Jiu-Jitsu
A chat about Gracie Barra, victories and mistakes, and most important: a lot of learning and collecting experiences. ㅤ In this video, Professor Marcio Feitosa touches on some of the …
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Jiu-Jitsu Motivation : Experiencing Excellence In Jiu-Jitsu
One of the coolest things about the art and sport of Jiu-Jitsu is the opportunity to get on the mats with elite level competitors and top level Instructors in a …
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GB Technique : Up Your Takedowns Game!
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some takedown techniques by some of Gracie Barra’s most experienced black belt instructors from Gracie Barra schools throughout the GB …
GB Technique : How To Choke From Back Mount
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques to choke from the back mount by some Gracie Barra’s most experienced black belt instructors from Gracie Barra …
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Victor Estima: Living from Jiu-Jitsu through the ICP
In this video Professor Victor Estima, 3rd-degree Black Belt and GB Regional Leader in Europe, will tell us about his career as an athlete and a GB school owner. ㅤ …
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What’s the difference between Instinct and Awareness? Carlos Gracie Jr. Explains
Both Instinct & Awareness in BJJ Will Help You Grow As A Fighter Jiu-Jitsu is for every person of every age and weight who dreams learning how to defend him …
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GB Student Question “How many techniques are there in Jiu-Jitsu?”
This is a pretty common question asked by new students of Jiu-Jitsu. And the answer is…nobody knows. Hundreds, possibly into the thousands of sweeps, takedowns, escapes, chokes (both gi and …
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GB Technique : Reversal Techniques
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques for reversing from bottom to top by some Gracie Barra’s most experienced black belt instructors from Gracie Barra …
The True Art of Submission in Jiu-Jitsu
Submission to the Process of Learning Jiu-Jitsu “But, when will I get good?” How often have I asked that over the last two years of training at Gracie Barra? …
Access GB2 Online Takedowns by Henrique Machado Now!
The GB2 Online Takedowns by Henrique Machado is now available for access. Click Here and start studying now. The program is incredible and the complementary mini-courses with Professors Flavio Almeida …
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GB Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle: Rest and Recovery
No doubt you have seen the workout motivational memes in your social media feeds. ㅤ “Pain is weakness leaving the body.” ㅤ “Embrace the grind.” ㅤ “What doesn’t kill you, …
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Celebrating the Life of Master Carlos Gracie Jr. #3
Keeping The Legacy Alive ㅤ January 17th is a very special day for the Gracie Barra family because it is the birthday of our founder, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. And …
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GB Student Question on Difficult Training Partners
A Gracie Barra student asks “There is another student at my school who rolls really hard and explosively and sometimes I catch an elbow or knee in the face. I …
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Celebrating the Life of Master Carlos Gracie Jr. #2
January 17th is a very special day for the Gracie Barra family because it is the birthday of our founder, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. And to celebrate this great day …
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Celebrating the Life of Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
January 17th is a very special day for the Gracie Barra family because it is the birthday of our founder, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. And to celebrate this great day …
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Introducing GB2 Takedown by Henrique Machado
LEARN DIRECTLY FROM ONE OF THE GREATEST TAKEDOWN SPECIALISTS FOR JIU-JITSU. Last week we shared a series of videos with GB Professors Marcio Feitosa, Carlos Lemos and Flavio Almeida …
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4 Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for Students
This is one of the most dreaded times of the year for many students. Summer break is over which means students will be heading back to school. For most students, …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB Training Plan Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : Submissions with Prof. “Draculino”
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some submission techniques by one of Gracie Barra’s most experienced and well known black belt instructors – Prof. Vinicius “Draculino” …
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One Team, One Shield, One Goal: Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone.
A mission statement is your vision and statement of purpose. It includes all of the critical elements that guide an organization’s decision-making process and strategy development. At Gracie Barra, our …
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Practical Tips For Eating Clean
After relaxing holidays of indulging in many of our favorite sweet and heavy foods (maybe even a few alcohol drinks too), many Jiu-Jitsu students may have noticed that their belts …
GB Technique : Play and Pass the Z-Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques from the Z-Guard (also known as the Knee Shield) by Gracie Barra black belt instructors. ㅤ Z-Guard or …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB Training Plan Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : Passing the Half Guard from Brazil
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some ways to pass the Half Guard by Gracie Barra black belt instructors direct from Brazil. ㅤ It is quite …
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9 Golden Rules of Jiu-Jitsu
Beyond the techniques of Jiu-Jitsu there are pieces of wisdom – or Golden Rules – that seem to be common in Jiu-Jitsu schools every where in the world. Step on …
GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB Training Plan Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
The Virtue of Inspiration.
Inspiration On and Off the Mats Inspiration is in 100% alignment with the mission of Gracie Barra as we strive to spread the possibilities that exist with Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone. …
GB Technique : Attacks from Closed Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some attacks from the closed guard by Gracie Barra black belt instructors. ㅤ One of the most interesting things about …
3 Tips To Improve Your Mount
Along with the rear mount, the mount is considered the most dominant position on the ground in jiu-jitsu. Yet, many students struggle with the mount, preferring to stay on top in …
Gracie Barra Jiu-jitsu Social Project in Uganda
Meet John Koeshall, a Gracie Barra student who is passionate about jiu-jitsu and helping others through sharing the art. ㅤ John and his wife started a GB school in Uganda, …
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GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB Training Plan Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Motivation: Advice for Gracie Barra Women
Gracie Barra is “Jiu-jitsu for everyone”. Every person who cinches their belt up and bows onto the mats at a GB academy is coming for their own personal reasons. This …
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The ABC’s of Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu can be overwhelming to a newcomer. There is so much to know and be mindful of when training. Hopefully simplifying things to the ABC’s can help newcomers. “A” is …
GB Technique : Self Defense with Prof. Carlos Liberi
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some Self Defense techniques by senior Gracie Barra Professor Carlos Liberi. ㅤ Never forget that the roots of the martial …
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GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB Training Plan Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Motivation: Your Comfort Zone
“There is no comfort in the growth zone and no growth in the comfort zone” Unknown ㅤ One of the more common challenges faced by Jiu-Jitsu students is the dreaded …
The Virtue of Personal Growth
Jiu-Jitsu is a vehicle by which we can experience this virtue of personal growth It offers us the structure, support, responsibility and skills to make the necessary decisions for our …
5 New Years Resolutions Jiu-Jitsu Students Should Make
2020 is upon us. People often make resolutions. For Jiu-Jitsu students we’d recommend not making a general resolution like “get better at Jiu-Jitsu.” After all, you’re going to want to …
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GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB Training Plan Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : No-Gi Guard Passing
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some No-Gi techniques by Gracie Barra instructors. ㅤ Parts of the No-Gi game can be very different without the gi …
The Meaning of Uniform GB
A few years ago we made a video interviewing some children and parents of students at the San Clemente School in California. The idea was to grasp the real meaning …
GB Technique : Lasso Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some Lasso Guard techniques by Gracie Barra instructors. ㅤ One of the most powerful guards that you can learn to …
Tips to Finding your Jiu-Jitsu Style
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu there are many types of Jiu-Jitsu styles. Some practitioners enjoy playing closed guard, and others prefer to focus on the passing game. As a result of these …
GB Ambassador : Marcos Souza
The Gracie Barra Ambassadors Program is about recognizing and supporting GB athletes in their journey of competition, achieving their personal best and representing the Red Shield. ㅤ GB Online will …
GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB Training Plan Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Student Question: “How can I improve my sweeps?”
A Gracie Barra student asked the following question: “I really want to get better at the Butterfly Hook Sweep. How can I make it better?” ㅤ So you’ve identified a …
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The Virtue of Brotherhood.
Brotherhood – an attitude and lifestyle of commitment to a particular community. While leadership might not seem to have a place in this discussion, as leaders are thought to …
Swept Off Your Feet: Transitioning from Striking to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Fighting is communication through the act of combat. There are as many different types of martial arts as there are languages in the world. Learning a new martial art is …
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GB Technique : Passing Butterfly and Knee Shield Guards
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some advanced guard passing techniques by Gracie Barra instructors. ㅤ Passing the guard is a complicated topic, for the reason …
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GB Training Plan – Week 16
GB Training Plan Week 16 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Motivation: Being Your Best
“Just try to be the best you can be; never cease trying to be the best you can be. That’s in your power.” – John Wooden ㅤ If you ask …
5 Jiu-Jitsu Pet Peeves
Jiu-Jitsu can be a love-hate relationship. It can pull you in, changing your life forever. It’s a difficult journey and can cause frustrations that only a truly dedicated student of …
GB Technique : Sacrifice Throws and Guard Pulls
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some scarifice throw techniques by Gracie Barra instructors. ㅤ What is a sacrifice throw? As defined on the Gracie Barra …
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GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB Training Plan Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : Techniques from GB Japan
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at techniques by Gracie Barra Japan instructors. ㅤ With over 800 schools on six continents, Gracie Barra leads the Bjj world …
Check out a deep conversation between Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and some of his senior students
Do you know why Master Carlos Gracie Jr. chose the name Gracie Barra for his team? We hope you enjoy the video as GB leaders discuss the early years of …
7 Jiu-Jitsu Lessons Learned Only From Experience
In life there are some things you will learn on your own. No one will be able to teach you certain things. In Jiu-Jitsu there are things you will have …
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GB Motivation : When You Feel Like Quitting
As much as you love training and look forward to the next class, have you ever experienced a slump – both mental and/or physical? Even the most motivated among Jiu-Jitsu …
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GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB Training Plan Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique: Linking Your Moves
As you accumulate more techniques that you are confident that you can make work in your game, your progress becomes less about acquiring additional moves and more about HOW you employ those moves that you already know. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Straightforward, single attacks seldom work …
The Culture Of Gracie Barra
At Gracie Barra we firmly believe that our culture is our strength. At Gracie Barra we strive to develop and uphold a culture of respect, strength, leadership, and success. We …
GB Kids Programs – Videos
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some videos featuring the Gracie Barra Kids programs. ㅤ Many parents have given thought to enrolling their children in a …
Five Tips to Staying Motivated in Jiu-Jitsu
The road to a black belt is long. It takes several years, and most people who start jiu-jitsu will honestly never make it to black belt. That’s not pessimistic, but …
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GB Technique : Self Defense 101
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at essential Self Defense techniques by Gracie Barra instructors. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Many Bjj schools focus exclusively on sports jiu-jitsu training. The Gracie …
GB Values: Respect in Jiu-Jitsu
Many people associate the positive values of humility, discipline and respect for ones instructor and fellow students with the traditional martial arts. This is one of the most important reasons …
GB Training Plan – Week 13
GB Training Plan Week 13 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Ambassador : Lucas Norat, GB Arizona
The Gracie Barra Ambassadors Program is about recognizing and supporting GB athletes in their journey of competition, achieving their personal best and representing the Red Shield. GB Online will share …
Student question “Hey coach! Can you show me this move?”
In conversation with an experienced Jiu-Jitsu instructor I asked what difficult questions he was asked most often by the students? ㅤ “Most often it will be an inexperienced student asking …
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GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB Training Plan Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
Welcome to Gracie Barra ?
Welcome to Gracie Barra, we are so happy and excited to have you onboard joining the team. As Gracie Barra team members we would like to say you just made …
GB Training Plan – Week 11
GB Training Plan Week 11 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB Training Plan Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Student question: “How long does it take to get your blue belt?”
A really common question when most new students start training Jiu-Jitsu is “How long does it take to get your blue belt?” ㅤ While this is an honest question for …
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GB Technique : Foot Sweeps and Trips
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at the foot sweep and leg trips family of takedowns. ㅤ ㅤ ㅤThere are a lot of different takedowns that we …
GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Triangle Variations
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the most versatile and iconic submissions in jiu-jitsu: the Triangle Choke The Triangle is one of those key …
GB Ambassador : Jakub Zajkowski
The Gracie Barra Ambassadors Program is about recognizing and supporting GB athletes in their journey of competition, achieving their personal best and representing the Red Shield. GB Online will share …
GB Ambassador: David Willis, GB Australia
The Gracie Barra Ambassadors Program is about recognizing and supporting GB athletes in their journey of competition, achieving their personal best and representing the Red Shield. Gracie Barra will share …
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GB Technique : Finishing The Turtle
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at attacking and finishing when your opponent is in the Turtle position. If you have ever rolled with a training partner …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
3 Reasons You Should Compete
A big part of the Gracie Barra school is the nucleus of competitors who love to test their skills and represent the Red Shield. These athletes inspire and motivate the …
GB Technique : Finishing From The Back
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some submission techniques from the back mount. Most bjj students are aware that the back mount is considered the most …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Gracie Barra HQ from California
Did you know Gracie Barra has a new YouTube channel? Gracie Barra is happy to launch the new YouTube channel for Gracie Barra HQ in California. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIi0te_8HS8nqkZUuDHtjA Subscribe and don’t …
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GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle: Tips Beyond The Mats
An interesting thing happens when people start training Jiu-Jitsu and when the practice of going to the GB school several times a week becomes a more important part of their …
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GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Lapel Attacks
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at using your opponent’s gi lapels to control, sweep and attack submissions direct from Gracie Barra schools in Brazil. Using the …
GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning – Game Changing Moves
Can you think of of learning one certain technique that significantly and positively changed your game? You might scratch your head and search your Jiu-Jitsu mental notes for a move …
GB Technique : Open Guard Sweeps
Last week on Gracie Barra Blog we showed closed guard sweeps: GB Learning : Closed Guard Sweeps This week we are taking a look at sweeping techniques from different …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Closed Guard Sweeps
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some closed guard sweep techniques. Smaller, lighter Jiu-Jitsu players more often than not find themselves on the bottom. As a …
GB Technique – Better Back Control
The back mount is considered the most dominant position on the ground in jiu-jitsu. And rightly so. The #1 most successful submission in professional MMA is the rear naked choke …
GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Gracie Barra Women Instructors
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are doing something a little special – all of our techniques are taught by Gracie Barra women instructors. Gracie Barra’s Women’s program combines …
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How To Do the Double Leg Takedown
Whether you are interested in self defense, sport Bjj or MMA, a big part of having a complete jiu-jitsu game is to have competence in the standup grappling and the …
GB Training Plan – Week 16
GB TP Week 16 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Submissions with Philipe Della Monica
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some submissions by Gracie Barra HQ head instructor Prof. Philipe Della Monica Prof. Philipe is head instructor at Gracie Barra …
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Is Sport Jiu Jitsu Good For Self Defense?
This is a debate that is increasing in the jiu jitsu world as jiu jitsu becomes more popular and the availability of sport jiu jitsu competitions increases and more schools …
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GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB TP Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Leg Entanglement Guards
Without a means to control your opponent, a standing guard passer has a significant advantage in speed to move around your legs. Let’s see some different forms of leg entanglement …
GB Technique : Self Defense with Prof. Draculino
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some self defense techniques with the head of Gracie Barra Texas, Prof. Vinicius “Draculino” Magalhaes. Prof. Draculino is one of …
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The Most Important Escape?
If I asked you what is the most important escape in jiu-jitsu, what would you say? If we asked a room full of students at the Gracie Barra school this …
GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB TP Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : 5 Must Know Guard Passes
With so many different open guard games, the passer needs a number of different guard pass techniques to address different situations. Remember: the right tool for the right job. No …
Student Question: “What is the difference between Jiu-Jitsu with the gi and no-gi?”
A Gracie Barra student asks “I’ve been training in the gi and have been thinking about doing some no-gi training. What is the biggest difference between gi and no-gi training?” …
GB Technique : The Closed Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at a variety of techniques and strategies from the closed guard. The closed guard is where we typically start learning about …
GB Training Plan – Week 13
GB TP Week 13 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Does Training In The Gi Make Your No-Gi Better?
“Is it necessary to train in the gi to attain the highest level in jiu-jitsu?” No-Gi Drills with Prof. Marcio Feitosa This question has been around jiu-jitsu for a while, …
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Gracie Barra Black Belt Motivation
The path to black belt in jiu-jitsu is a long one (some say average training time of 10 years or more) and involves overcoming many obstacles, training injuries, frustrating plateaus …
GB Technique : De La Riva guard(DLR) and Inside DLR with Flavio Almeida
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at the very popular and effective guard variations known as De La Riva guard(DLR) and Inside DLR with one of the …
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GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB TP Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Better Side Control
Last week on GB Blog we looked at attacking from the bottom of side control. GB Technique : Attacks from Bottom Side Control This week on GB Learning we have …
Student Question : “Is the best way to get really good to get smashed by higher belts?”
A number of students have asked this honest question. They have heard about competitors traveling to train at a big city bjj school and rolling with highly skilled training partners …
GB Training Plan – Week 11
GB TP Week 11 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Attacks from Bottom Side Control
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at something that is definitely “outside of the box” when it comes to jiu-jitsu common practice…attacking from underneath your opponent’s side …
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GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB TP Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
3 Ways To Get A Competitive Edge In Jiu-jitsu
Motivated students training jiu-jitsu are always looking for ways they can improve faster. More specifically, how can they gain an edge over their competitors or the other students they …
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GB Technique : No-Gi Submissions with Prof. Joe Scarola
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques that are more popular when training without the gi with Prof. Joe Scarola of Gracie Barra Long Island, …
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GB Online – Get Started
Gracie Barra students and jiu-jitsu lovers should check out the new features on the GB Online website. Registration is FREE. Just create a profile and you have access to Gracie …
GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Student question: Jiu-jitsu vs Judo
The Gracie Barra Method includes some standup takedown training as a part of every class. Some basic Judo takedowns are taught, especially those takedowns which are applicable to self defense …
GB Technique : Competition Training
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at competition training methods, sparring and mind set. There are few things that can inject motivation into your jiu-jitsu training like …
GB Training Plan – Week 8
GB TP Week 8 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Tips On How To Roll With Higher Belts
Rolling is a huge part (and maybe the most fun part!) of learning jiu-jitsu. There are ways of rolling safely and productively and there are different approaches that are…err…less effective …
GB Technique : Passing The Open Guard With Prof. Marcio Feitosa
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at an open guard passing tutorial by 5th degree Gracie Barra black belt Prof. Marcio Feitosa. Prof. Marcio Feitosa started training …
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GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : Advanced Half Guard Bottom
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some advanced techniques from the Half Guard Bottom position. In the early days of sport Bjj competition, the half guard …
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How to overcome mistakes through the lessons of Jiu-jitsu with Prof. Marcio Feitosa
Prof. Marcio Feitosa is a 5th degree black belt under master Carlos Gracie jr. – who starting training when he was 12 years old. Prof. Marcio Feitosa was one …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
How To Build Your A Game
The first year or so in starting jiu-jitsu, the new student’s primary focus is on learning the basic techniques. How to perform the correct mechanics of those basic techniques that …
GB Technique : Attacking From The Mount
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some options for attacking from the dominant top mount position. Many intermediate level jiu-jitsu students feel frustrated trying to attack …
GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Is Strength Important In Jiu-jitsu?
One of the pieces of advice that newer students in jiu-jitsu hear most often – particularly after a roll with a more experienced training partner – is: “You are using …
GB Technique : The Versatile Kimura
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at the Kimura not only as a submission attack but also in more ways that we can apply the grip in …
GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : The Impassable Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the most difficult guards to pass: the Spider Guard. One of the major difficulties that newer students to …
Why Is A Curriculum Better?
If you have trained in different bjj schools, you likely have trained both according to a set curriculum and alternatively a school where the classes were random according to what …
GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
3 Ways To Get A Competitive Edge In Jiu-jitsu
Motivated students training jiu-jitsu are always looking for ways they can improve faster. More specifically, how can they gain an edge over their competitors or the other students they enjoy …
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What Should Each Color Belt Focus On?
Jiu-jitsu students who want to level up in their skill will often ask their instructor “What should I be working on in my game?” Of course individual games vary according …
GB Technique : Guard Passing Problems
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some of the most common situations where jiu-jitsu students get stuck inside their opponent’s guard. There are certain guard styles …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
The Difference Between The Belts
“What is the difference between a blue belt and a purple belt?” someone asked. What about a purple belt and a brown or black belt? There is definitely a difference …
GB Technique : Butterfly Guard Setups
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the most powerful open guard positions, the Butterfly guard. The fundamental hook sweep from Butterfly Guard is one …
GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Pulling Guard: Do’s and Don’ts
Preparing for an upcoming jiu-jitsu competition, one of the white belt students was discussing his strategy for his upcoming matches. He felt most comfortable playing from his closed …
“Be like water.”
There is a famous quote “Be like water….” that is attributed to martial arts icon Bruce Lee that is especially helpful to jiu-jitsu students. The full quote : “Be like …
GB Technique : The Guillotine Choke
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the most common submissions in NoGi, self defense and MMA jiu-jitsu – the Guillotine Choke. The …
GB Training Plan – Week 16
GB TP Week 16 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Be A Great Training Partner
After your head instructor, your training partners at the Gracie Barra School are the most important factor to your learning and enjoyment of jiu-jitsu. These training partners are the ones …
GB Technique : Attacking the Turtle
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at how to attack a strong defensive position: the Turtle. If you have ever had a roll with an experienced judo …
“Am I too old to start jiu-jitsu?”
This is one of the most commonly asked questions by over 40 years old individuals who have become interested in the art of jiu-jitsu, but are unsure if they should …
GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB TP Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Student question: “I’m feeling overwhelmed with techniques!”
Recently a jiu-jitsu student (with approximately 1 year of training) asked a common question: “What should I be working on in my jiu-jitsu game?” Many students are …
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GB Technique : Submission Combinations
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at submission combination techniques and strategies. A major part of the art of jiu-jitsu (and all combat arts in …
Student question “I received my blue belt but feel like I don’t deserve it.”
Certain questions about training jiu-jitsu seem to come up again and again over generations if new blue and purple belts. Many of these topics are so much a …
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GB Technique : The ArmBar – Juji Gatame
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at one of the techniques most loved by jiu-jitsu students: attacking the straight arm bar (aka Juji Gatame in …
GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB TP Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Jiu-jitsu For Everyone – What Does It Mean?
If you are a jiu-jitsu addict and follow bjj related blogs (like the Gracie Barra Blog!), news sites and Bjj forums, there is a lot of discussion about the evolution …
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GB Technique : Finishing From The Back
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at finishing techniques and strategies from the most dominant position in jiu-jitsu: the Back Mount. There is a reason the back …
GB Training Plan – Week 13
GB TP Week 13 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB TP Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes are built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Does Training In The Gi Make Your No-Gi Better?
“Is it necessary to train in the gi to attain the highest level in jiu-jitsu?” No-Gi Drills with Prof. Marcio Feitosa This question has been around jiu-jitsu for a while, …
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“What is the Bulldog Choke?”
At the UFC 235, undefeated MMA fighter and high level wrestler Ben Asjren won a submission victory over his opponent using a lesser known technique called by many the “Bulldog …
GB Technique : IBJJF Legal Leg Locks
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some leg lock techniques and strategies that are legal in the IBJJF competition rule set. Leg locks have become …
GB Training Plan – Week 11
GB TP Week 11 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Stop Getting Tapped Out!
“There is no losing, only learning” a popular piece of jiu-jitsu wisdom goes. And that positive attitude will carry you through periods where you are getting dominated by training partners …
GB Technique : 5 Must Know Guard Passes
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques and strategies to pass various open guard styles. With so many different open guard games, the passer needs …
GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB TP Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 800 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Technique : Takedowns With Prof. Carlos Liberi
racie Barra Blog we are looking at some advanced level standup techniques from the head of Gracie Barra Campinas in Sao Paulo, Brazil Prof. Carlos Liberi. Training for over 20 …
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3 Ways To Get A Competitive Edge In Jiu-jitsu
Motivated students training jiu-jitsu are always looking for ways they can improve faster. More specifically, how can they gain an edge over their competitors or the other students they enjoy …
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GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Technique : The Open Guard With Prof. Flavio Almeida
Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques and strategies from the open guard with Prof. Flavio Almeida of Gracie Barra of North Phoenix. Prof. Flavio is a black …
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Stop Getting Tapped Out!
“There is no losing, only learning” a popular piece of jiu-jitsu wisdom goes. And that positive attitude will carry you through periods where you are getting dominated by training partners …
GB Technique : X Guard Variations
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at some techniques and strategies from the X Guard. The X Guard works well combined with the Hook or Butterfly guards …
GB Training Plan – Week 8
GB TP Week 8 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
3 Parts Of Your Game That You Need To Work On
Most jiu-jitsu students need little encouragement to work on their favorite submissions. Most jiu-jitsu addicts fell in love with the art and sport when they learned some submission techniques that …
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GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
The Basics Of Jiu-jitsu With Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
The Basics Of Jiu-jitsu With Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Anyone who follows Instagram Bjj accounts will everyday see many different and mostly advanced jiu-jitsu techniques, some of which look incredible …
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GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Open Letter from Carlos Gracie Jr
GRACIE BARRA JIU-JITSU & SELF-DEFENSE BROTHERHOOD • INTEGRITY • DEVELOPMENT I would like to share a few words about the attack against Professor Flavio Almeida, my student, partner and …
PUBLIC STATEMENT
PUBLIC STATEMENT Last Saturday, Gracie Barra and the Jiu-Jitsu Community took one of its hardest hits in recent history. Professor Flavio Almeida, the main executive behind Gracie Barra’s development in …
GB Technique : No-Gi? No problem!
GB Technique : No-Gi? No problem! In many GB Schools round the world, many GB athletes are preparing for the No-Gi Worlds. No-gi submission grappling rules is a competition format …
GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB TP Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB TP Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB TP Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Jiu-jitsu Motivation : Experiencing Excellence In Jiu-jitsu
One of the coolest things about the art and sport of jiu-jitsu is the opportunity to get on the mats with elite level competitors and top level of instructors in …
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GB Training Plan – Week 11
GB TP Week 11 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Is there progression in how you are being taught jiu-jitsu?
Listening to a podcast with life hacker and author Tim Ferriss who specializes in deconstructing the habits of world class performers, Tim mentioned one of the major problems with …
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GB Technique : The Omoplata
The omoplata has many different setups from Spider, Lasso and Sleeve and collar Grip Guard but shines when we go no-gi. Without our ability to control the opponent’s sleeve or …
GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB TP Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
The Gracie Barra Curriculum – Part of the GB Method
For a complete jiu-jitsu the Gracie Barra Method has been put together to make universal the teaching methods from the most experienced Gracie Barra teachers. “Master Carlos Gracie Jr. believes …
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GB Learning : Creative Side Control Attacks
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are going to see some creative ways to attack our opponents from top side mount. For many jiu-jitsu students, they feel most confident …
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GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Standing Guard Passes
What are the advantages to passing the guard standing? More difficult for the opponent to attack a submission because of distance. You are able to make better use of your …
GB Learning : The Advanced Closed Guard
All time great Roger Gracie prefers closed guard as he feels that your opponent can do little to attack from inside your closed guard you and you have abundant attack …
GB Learning : Advanced Half Guard Sweeps
One of the keys to success in sweeping an experienced opponent is to bring them into a position in which they are not familiar and you do understand. The strange …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Knee On Belly / Joelho na Barriga
Many jiu-jitsu students don’t realize that the knee on belly is a heavy pressure position AND a great position for smaller BJJ fighters to transition around their opponent’s defense. Let’s …
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GB Learning : Straight Arm Lock Variations
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are going see some of the variations of straight arm lock that are outside of the basic straight arm lock from mount that …
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GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : The Butterfly Guard Hook Sweep
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we look at one of the highest percentage techniques from the guard : the Butterfly Guard (Hook Sweep). This sweep work equally well with …
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GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : The Hip Throw
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we look at one of the fundamental takedowns in grappling : the Hip Throw. This is likely one of the very first techniques that …
Student Question : “Do I need to get in shape before I start BJJ?”
GB: This is a pretty common question before a new student commits to signing up and trying jiu-jitsu classes. If one is not sure what to expect from jiu-jitsu classes, …
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GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
4 Practical Tips To Help You Eat Better
Part of the Gracie Barra philosophy is to live the jiu-jitsu lifestyle outside of the GB school as well. The jiu-jitsu lifestyle includes not only training at the academy, but …
GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : How To Take The Back
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at a few of the varied ways we can take the opponent’s back. A GB student posed the question “I have …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Chokes From The Back
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at getting to and finishing from the back mount with the strongest weapon: the rear choke. Following the most recent IBJJF …
A Student Question about Trying New Techniques
One of the blue belts in our Gracie Barra academy has a basic but effective BJJ game. He is interested in incorporating new techniques and positions but is experiencing a …
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GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Tournament Guard Passing
Observe all of the different divisions at a bjj tournament and it doesn’t take long to see just how many matches come down to passing and defending the guard. The …
GB Training Plan – Week 16
GB TP Week 16 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
Have The Correct Attitude
One of the things that makes the GB academy such a great place to spend several hours every week is the atmosphere among the instructors and students. First and foremost …
GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB TP Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
A Diamond in the Rough
And Golden Boy are just two ways people use to describe Lucas Valente – one of the greatest lightweight promises in the world scenario, a student from the champions factory …
GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB TP Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Learning : Submissions Strategy From Side Mount
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are looking at Intermediate to Advanced submission strategies from the side mount. During the GB Curriculum week of side mount top, I saw …
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GB Training Plan – Week 13
GB TP Week 13 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Leg Entanglement Guards
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are taking a look at the most common forms of leg entanglement guard styles. These guard styles are especially prevalent in no-gi as …
Sport jiu-jitsu vs. Self Defense jiu-jitsu.
There are certain debates in the jiu-jitsu world that are timeless and not likely to be resolved any time soon. Right at the top of the list is the Sport …
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GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB TP Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Keep The White Belt Attitude
The white belt can be the most exciting time in your study of jiu-jitsu. Sure, you can feel frustrated with trying to remember all of your techniques and most often …
GB Training Plan – Week 11
GB TP Week 11 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Passing The Spider Guard
This week on Gracie Barra Blog we are answering the question “What’s the best way to pass the spider guard?” Following some seminars in China, the most popular question among …
Fundamentals vs. Advanced Positions
“Get the fundamentals down and the level of everything you do will rise” Through my travels I visit a number of different jiu-jitsu academies and observe many different students learning …
GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB TP Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 8
GB TP Week 8 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
The Best of Gracie Barra on Instagram
Did you know that there are many great Gracie Barra (Search hashtag #graciebarra) Instagram accounts that you can follow to keep up with the news from Gracie Barra schools all …
3 Tips To Improve Your Sweeps
A huge part of having a solid guard game is your ability to sweep and reverse your opponent from the bottom to the top. In the open guard there are …
Are You Old School or Modern Jiu-jitsu?
During the time since jiu-jitsu made it’s introduction to the world outside of its origin in Brazil, the art and sport have evolved significantly. The basic but highly effective jiu-jitsu …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : The Omoplata
Are your legs too short for effective triangles against larger opponents? Without the gi, your collar chokes from the guard have disappeared. Do you have difficulty with actually catching anyone …
Advice For 3 Common Problems
For new students to jiu-jitsu the amount of information that you will be exposed to will often leave you feeling overwhelmed. Combine that with the physical adaptations (e.g. flexibility and …
GB Learning : Triangle Variations
When we hear triangle choke, most of us think of the triangle choke from the closed guard. See : Triangle Choke From The Guard https://graciebarra.com/2017/02/choke-from-the-guard/ The triangle is a very …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Knee on the Belly
This is known mostly as a powerful submission position but truth is that the control and transitions are where the true value of knee on the belly lay. Let’s see …
Etiquette Inside The Jiu-jitsu Academy
“In a culture, manners are the lubrication that ease the friction of social contacts.” L Ron Hubbard Some academies have a list pinned to the wall beside the mats listing …
GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Learning : The Closed Guard
Some jiu-jitsu aficionados say that the closed guard has fallen a little out of popularity in favor of the modern open guard games. But ask any old school instructor and …
GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
Basic vs Advanced Techniques
One of the common themes that I see when I meet beginner to intermediate students of jiu-jitsu is the tendency to want to skip over the so called “basic” techniques …
GB Learning : Lapel Techniques
This week on Gracie Barra we will take a look at some techniques using the gi lapel – both your own lapel and the lapel of your opponent. By creative …
GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 16
GB TP Week 16 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since …
GB Training Plan – Week 15
GB TP Week 15 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : 4 Advanced Shoulder Locks
When you think about submissions that attack the shoulder, you might think or the Kimura lock or the Americana. Both are very versatile submissions, but there are more that you …
GB Training Plan – Week 14
GB TP Week 14 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Learning : Arm Bar Setups
The straight arm bar from mount or guard are the first arm bars that we learn in Fundamentals class and are very powerful techniques but there are many different variations …
GB Training Plan – Week 13
GB TP Week 13 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Interview Kaori Hernandez
When did you start training Jiu-Jitsu? Where do you train now? Who’s your instructor? I started my training in Jiu-Jitsu when I was 11 years old under Orlando Sanchez at …
GB Training Plan – Week 12
GB TP Week 12 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB WORLDS ADULTS TRAINING DAYS
There’s a lot of preparation that goes into getting ready for championships this big, and altough nothing can replace the work done at your respective home school, these 4 days …
GB Training Plan – Week 10
GB TP Week 10 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Training Plan – Week 9
GB TP Week 9 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Interview: Alanah Juezan
Alanah Juezan GB IRVINE HQ double gold on her debut on juvenile 1! Started at compnet ! 1. When did you start training Jiu-Jitsu? This April of 2018 will …
GB Training Plan – Week 8
GB TP Week 8 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Interview: Jason Dowse
When did you start training Jiu-Jitsu? I started training when I was about 11 years old, towards the end of 2012. Where did you start training ? Where do you …
Arm Lock From The Guard
This week on GB Learning we are going to look at one of the techniques that defines the jiu-jitsu guard – the arm lock from the bottom. Everyone learns the …
GB Training Plan – Week 7
GB TP Week 7 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
GB Women : Prof. Fabiana Borges
Professor Fabiana Borges and the San Antonio Dream Factory. Professor Fabiana Borges: A Step by Step Guide to World Class Mentoring. Writer credit: Thomas Brown, GB student Jiu Jitsu is …
GB Training Plan – Week 6
GB TP Week 6 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
3 Extra Things You Can Do To Improve Your Jiu-jitsu
Everyone reading this article who would like to improve their jiu-jitsu faster raise their hands (all the hands go up). Now that we have your attention, lets discuss a few …
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GB Training Plan – Week 5
GB TP Week 5 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Mental Preparation For Competition
The time before a major competition is when the athletes sharpen their skills, push their level of physical conditioning and look to strategies for the matches. The physical part of …
GB Training Plan – Week 4
GB TP Week 4 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
3 Tips For A Better Guard
Since 50% of your training time in jiu-jitsu you will be working from the bottom, your guard is super important. …
GB Training Plan – Week 3
GB TP Week 3 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
Learning From Tapping? Yes!
Most of us have heard the phrase “There is no losing in jiu-jitsu. Only winning and learning!” It is a way to reframe what most people feel is a negative …
3 Tips For Better Escapes
Master Carlos Gracie Jr. credits Grandmaster Helio Gracie as one of his main influences learning jiu-jitsu. Hello Gracie had a philosophy of defense first. Hello would say that he fought …
GB Training Plan – Week 2
GB TP Week 2 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …
What Are You Working On?
This is one of my favorite questions to ask students of jiu-jitsu. Some students scratch their heads and are not sure how to answer. “What do you mean?” What aspect …
GB Training Plan – Week 1
GB TP Week 1 Gracie Barra is a Global Jiu-Jitsu Team. Our community of instructors, students and athletes is built by over 700 schools in the five continents. Since 1986 …