MMA: Is BJJ Losing Its Efficacy?
While I wish not to delve into the controversy that BJJ has lost its efficacy in MMA, let us, for awhile, lower our eyebrows, and allow our blood pressure to …
GB Interview: Professor Samuel Braga
Our goal is to make every professor known to the world. And Gracie Barra believes that we have produced world class black belts. And here’s the catch, we are still …
Ask for a Strong Back rather than a lighter load
Don’t ask for a light load, but rather ask for a strong back. This quote struck me a bit while I was swimming through the vast oceans of the internet. …
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Toughest BJJ Moves to Execute
Imagine if you can pull off these very very difficult BJJ moves on a tournament. Wouldn’t it be awesome? But practicality speaking, you rarely see these moves executed in BJJ …
5 Things Jiu-Jitsu Newcomers Should Know
5 Basic Things You Need to Learn about Jiu-Jitsu SO there you are finally deciding to get off your couch and try out that awesome thing that you …
Gracie Barra Springlake: One more!
This is very exciting. Whenever a Gracie Barra school announces a grand opening, everyone is psyched. It’s like a new born joining the family. And it will mean more people …
Taking Care of Your Mind is Jiu-Jitsu: Strength, Focus and Faith
In the face of adversity during the journey to our goals unexpected obstacles arise and we are unable to overcome them. They are up what we call a “cross” in …
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The 'Jiu Jitsu for Everyone' philosophy is contagious
Think only about the best, work only for the best, and always expect the best” Grand Master Carlos Gracie Have you ever stopped to think that the GB philosophy ‘Jiu-Jitsu for …
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Landmines: A New Jiu-Jitsu Artist Must Avoid
There are landmines in the world of Jiu-Jitsu. Think of it as a way for us oldies giving you your fair share of warning signs to avoid in your Jiu-JItsu …
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Taking Care of Your Mind is Jiu-Jitsu: dream BIG and move
No matter how difficult it may seem, it is worth every sacrifice.” A common children’s dream is becoming a fireman, policeman, doctor or teacher when you grow up. And the …
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