3 Great Influences – How Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Developed His Teaching Philosophy
For over thirty-five years, Gracie Barra has thrived as an organized team on a journey to fulfill the mission: Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone. Master Carlos Gracie Jr. has always believed …
The Armor of Gracie Barra: Why We Wear the Gi
We put on a Gi to step on the mats and train Jiu-Jitsu, but have you ever considered why this is a fundamental part of our training? Some answers …
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10 Questions with Lucio “Lagarto” Rodrigues
BE HAPPY AND ENJOY THIS SHORT PHASE THAT WE CALL LIFE.” Lucio “Lagarto” Rodrigues (“Lagarto”which means Lizard in Portuguese) is a well-known Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Master Carlos …
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Making It Happen: #1 place at the IBJJF Team Ranking
This week our team was crowned with the #1 place at the IBJJF Team Ranking. Watching Master Carlos Gracie Jr. walk up that stage to receive the award on behalf …
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What’s the difference between Instinct and Awareness? Carlos Gracie Jr. Explains
Both Instinct & Awareness in BJJ Will Help You Grow as a Fighter Jiu-Jitsu is for every person of every age and weight who dreams learning how to defend him …
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Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Returns to Rio for End of Year Gathering
Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Continues to Spread his Message to the World Master Carlos Gracie Jr. recently made a trip back to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The city where he …
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Mario Deveault and Dave Rothwell building the GB army of Shuswap and Vernon
So tell us a little about your background? And How did you get started in Jiu Jitsu? Deveault: I started Jiu Jitsu in 1998 when I had to quit playing …
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Gracie Barra Instructors Certification Program availible year round!
If you are looking to enhance your instruction and are working within a Gracie Barra school, you will need to be certified. Irvine, CA, Gracie Barra Association, — The high …
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