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Posted on December 18, 2015

The Arm Lock Hunter – 5 Black Belt Tips on Submitting the Arm Bar

I spent several years training with a black belt who was an expert in the straight arm lock. He trained at the original Gracie Barra in Rio de Janeiro and picked …

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Posted on September 16, 2015

What Does a Black Belt Work On In Training?

Whenever I get the chance to speak to a black belt in bjj, I always ask the question “What are you working on in your jiu-jitsu?” Many lesser experienced students have …

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Posted on July 27, 2015

Invisible Progress – You May Be Improving And Not Know It!

Following a roll with one of the white belt students at the end of class (white belt 3 stripes vs. black belt instructor) the student seemed slightly discouraged. Read also: 3 …

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Posted on January 20, 2015January 10, 2018

What changed from the "old school era" to today's jiu-jitsu?

Those who lived the old days of Brazilian jiu-jitsu know that much has changed. We are not referring only to the changes of the sport’s image among the society, but …

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Posted on November 6, 2013

Arm Lock Attack from the Sidemount with Professor Marcelo Rezende

  Locking the Arm from the Sidemount There are hundreds of variations of the arm lock that every tom dick and harry can accomplish. All it takes is getting into …

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Posted on May 9, 2013

Be the Best Jiu-Jitsu Ambassador

Tips on How to Be a Great Ambassador for Gracie Barra & Jiu-Jitsu Have you ever experienced the following scenario? You walk up to a friend and rave about Brazilian …

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Posted on November 5, 2012

Woman On Top: Fabiana Alves Borges

Professor Fabiana Alves Borges Talks about Her Roots, and Jiu-Jitsu for Women Another solid proof that BJJ is for everyone. Professor Fabiana Alves Borges of Gracie Barra San Antonio represents …

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Posted on October 29, 2012

Going for the Offensive: Arm Lock

Gracie Barra Sydney’s Marcelo Rezende Demonstrates the Arm Bar   There is a saying that offense is the best form of defense. As battles are won in the mats either …

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