The Gracie Barra Path Fueled with Inspiration
Gracie Barra is one of the most recognized, most respected, and most successful martial arts organizations in the world. This is not the result of good luck and fortunate coincidences. …
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20 years in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu : What I've Learned
The popular and longstanding Men’s fashion and lifestyle magazine Esquire has a regular feature called “What I’ve Learned” where they ask an older man for his life experience and personal …
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GB Interview: Professor Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhães.
Prof Draculino is one of the most well known Gracie Barra instructors who started training at the original Gracie Barra Academy in Barra de Tijuca, Brazil. Gracie Barra caught up with …
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4 Things That Make Your Bjj Instructor Happy
Following the instructional portion of the bjj class, if three is no set positional sparring, most academies have a free rolling session. If the instructor is not rolling himself, he …
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I Want to Quit!
Strategies to prevent and deal with student cancellations Almost all endeavors that require effort inherently include times when those putting forth the effort feel disconnected or unmotivated. Sometimes this is …
Your BJJ Training Goals – 4 Questions To Help You
Do you have specific goals in your bjj training? Or do you just show up at the class each day and see what happens? It is certainly possible that one can …
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Your BJJ Comfort Zone: Your Philosophy of Struggles in BJJ and Life
I enjoy listening to and reading interviews with the great bjj competitors. Beyond technique, the advice and philosophy of the greats can influence your own bjj journey and help you …
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Are You a Martial Artist?
Most people who are outside of the world of brazilian jiu-jitsu tend to think of martial arts in the traditional sense. Starched white gis or black ninja pyjamas, lots of bowing …
Inspiration behind Gracie Barra
Inspiration The inspiration behind Gracie Barra includes the lessons and legacy of Master Carlos Gracie Jr. and Great Grand Master Carlos Gracie Sr., and all those in the Gracie family …
Confidence in Your Jiu-jitsu : Wise Advice from Coach John Wooden
You would be surprised to discover that many of your bjj training partners often lack confidence in their jiu-jitsu. Here are some examples: 1) Following a new belt promotion, many …
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