The Black Belt: A Journey in Inspiration
When a Gracie Barra student earns a Black Belt, it represents the leadership framework we live out every day, with the drive and dream of Master Carlos Gracie Jr. to …
4 People You Meet in Gracie Barra
I have always been a fan of Mitch Albom. From his novels “Tuesdays With Morrie,” and “For One More Day,” I have grown to love literature. In turn his novels inspired …
What Does a Black Belt Work On In Training?
Whenever I get the chance to speak to a black belt in bjj, I always ask the question “What are you working on in your jiu-jitsu?” Many lesser experienced students have …
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How Your Black Belt Professor Can Help You Build Your "A Game"
In my previous article What Is The Role of Your Professor in Your BJJ Training? I outlined some of the less obvious ways your black belt professor helps you develop your bjj. This …
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Being the New Guy or Girl at the Academy…
Jiu-jitsu is a long journey. Many people get hooked and set out on the ultimate journey, achieving the rank of black belt. Along the way, there will be hiccups. This …
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4 People You Meet in Gracie Barra
I have always been a fan of Mitch Albom. From his novels “Tuesdays With Morrie,” and “For One More Day,” I have grown to love literature. In turn his novels inspired …
A Thought from Lao Tzu
What are the things about you that you need to let go of for you to become who you want to be? There are things about us that are keeping us …
Things to Look Out for When Signing up for Any Martial Arts School
The McDojo phenomenon has been plaguing the world of Martial Arts for quite some time now. Be warned. The phenomenon is very true. Let us first define what makes a …
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Ideas to Improve Your "A Game"
A few weeks ago I penned an article about how to correct weaknesses in your bjj game. Today we are going to spin around faster than a 180 degree armbar and …
Jiu-Jitsu Superstitions: Washing the Belt
Athletes can be among some of the most superstitious people when it comes to playing their sport. For example, Michael Jordon wore his University of North Carolina shorts under his …
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