Prevent the 7 Most Common Injuries Experienced in Jiu Jitsu
An Ounce of Prevention There is a much-quoted phrase: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In terms of our schools, this can be translated to: the …
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GB² and GB³: What’s the Difference?
If the curriculum structure is practically identical, what makes these two curriculum levels different? And why do we need different approaches beyond the beginner level? The Differences The GB² Program …
30 years – Keeping the Legacy Alive
30 years ago, the first Gracie Barra school in the world was established. Created by Master Carlos Gracie Jr. – son of the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu creator – Gracie Barra would …
Do You Want To Start Learning Brazilian Jiu-jitsu? How To Get Started!
When January 1st rolls around many potential students think about getting started training bjj. read also:3 Tips For Your First Year of Training Here are 5 Tips for Getting Started …
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GB Program Structure: The Bigger Picture
The ICP5 describes in detail the 7 essential components of the Gracie Barra Method. In summary, these 7 components include (beginning with the foundation): GB Program Structure GB Curriculum GB …
The Role of Goal Setting at Gracie Barra
In the ICP5 we walk through the Gracie Barra Leadership Development Framework, and one of the first building blocks of this is Goal Setting. Your ability as a leader within …
The Purple Belt in Bjj
The rank of purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu is the mark of a serious student. In last night’s class I taught, there were 3 purple belts, all of whom have been training …
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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Risk Management to Build and Grow Your School
Risk management is an important component when building and growing your school. While most people understand that accidents happen and there are no 100% guarantees when it comes to risks, …
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Great Holiday Gifts for the BJJ Lovers
The holiday season is almost upon us and for a Bjj fanatic’s loved ones, they may wonder what to get them for Xmas? What warms the heart of the student of …