Why It is Ok To Do Fancy Techniques!
A common theme in both the articles on Gracie Barra blog and also when you talk to one of those old professors who have black belts so old they are …
The Inspiration You Get From a New Stripe or Belt
It is a cliche of martial arts that many practitioners say “I don’t care about belts!”. Their point is valid: your training should primarily be about having fun and acquiring skills. …
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Don't Ignore the Basics : Advanced Techniques Too Quickly
We live in an age with never before seen access to information on the internet. And there are few better examples than online bjj techniques. A few clicks and a search …
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Drills that You Should Not Take For Granted
Drills. Drills. And more drills. The repetitive and often mind-numbing practice of repeating things over and over again is the keystone that holds the entire institution of training. You may …
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GB Learning: Single Leg Counter Attack
We all have fallen into this pit. The single leg take down is one of the most effective way of taking your opponent to the ground and gaining that sweet …