BJJ Training Tools?
“Really? Training tools?” As I can hear the silent screams of those who are reading this. And yes. There are training tools, items and what-have-yous that will bring a big …
GB Weekly Training Plan for 09/08 – 09/14
GB WTP Week 16 Since 1986 Gracie Barra has been shattering records, innovating and contributing to the expansion and professionalization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We are a worldwide community of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners …
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Steel Sharpens Steel – Why Your Training Partners Are So Important
One of my favorite quotes in combat sports is the below by UFC legend Randy Couture: “ One of the quotes that I use a lot – besides you’re only as …
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Understanding the lessons from Grand Master Carlos Gracie
Anyone who deeply studies the jiu-jitsu knows that the power of this martial art penetrates the soul and reaches the heart and spirit. Discovering these paths does not require exhaustive …
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The Perfect Week: 7 Straight Days of BJJ
I have a typical 9-5 job and go to school at night. Like so many people I love Jiu-Jitsu enough to make time to train about 3 times a week. …
BJJ After Taking A Break
Taking a break a from something you love is essential. Think of it as a breather. Yes. We all need it. And then, we go back to it. And somehow, …
GB Learning: Single Leg Counter Attack
We all have fallen into this pit. The single leg take down is one of the most effective way of taking your opponent to the ground and gaining that sweet …
GB NEWS: GB Trip Diary
On September 14th, some of the most renowned GB black belts will be arriving in Florianopolis, Brazil, where they will spend two weeks with Master Carlos Gracie Jr. With this …
Benefits of Slow Roll Classes
Walking into Gracie Barra Chino on a Thursday night is a bit different than any other night. Like most academies, it has a kids class. If I show up early …
Top 4 Things In Your First Year of Training
The majority of the students in any bjj academy will be the white belts. This article is especially for you guys! Many feel a sense of being overwhelmed when starting Brazilian …
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