BJJ Lifestyle: BJJ for the Busy-Body
There are about 24 hours in a day. Yes. We all know that. But for the busy, 24 hours in a day may not be enough to keep up with their …
The Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Several years ago I stumbled across a Gracie Barra documentary on the internet that featured GB head instructor Marcio Feitosa while he was the head instructor at the original Gracie …
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GB Interview: Professor Vinicius Draculino – Black Belt 5th Degree
Among other things that happen in Gracie Barra are the ceremonies that celebrate the success of our Professors. In this light, it just proves that BJJ is an ever continuous journey. …
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GB Interview: Marcelo Rezende and the 'Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone' expansion.
“When it comes to Jiu-Jitsu related projects, I always followed Master Carlinhos’s advices. He is a person that makes your dream, and shows you that there is a way to …
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The Women of BJJ
In a male dominated sport, a woman to reach the pinnacle of the BJJ summit still astounds every BJJ fan out there. It wasn’t until lately that women has had …
Eating well is Jiu-Jitsu: Quinoa Tabouleh with Carol Gracie.
Our eating well today is extra special as it’s put together with the collaboration of Carol Gracie, the daughter of Master Carlos Gracie Jr. As you all know, Carol keeps …
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The Man Who Wins is the Man Who Knows He Can
I recently stumbled upon an article about marketing. It seems that one of the biggest facets about the business is motivation and the mind. And I can’t help but think …
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Taking care of your Mind is Jiu Jitsu:Respect your limits
As a general rule everyone who practices the gentle art experiences at least once an injury of some sort. This is not only the jiu jitsu reality. In fact, this …
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Nao Takigawa The Japanese GB Temple
Your responsibility is to discover your calling in life and dedicate yourself to it . Buddha Even today it is incredible Gracie Barra continues growing stronger and growing worldwide. Journeys …
Jiu Jitsu: How It All Started
Study the past if you would define the future.” ― Confucius Here’s a simple yet awesome, short presentation about how all this began. Click and Enjoy!