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Posted on October 29, 2015

GB Interview: Professor Vinicius "Draculino" Magalhães.

Prof Draculino is one of the most well known Gracie Barra instructors who started training at the original Gracie Barra Academy in Barra de Tijuca, Brazil. Gracie Barra caught up with …

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Posted on October 28, 2015

4 Things That Make Your Bjj Instructor Happy

Following the instructional portion of the bjj class, if three is no set positional sparring, most academies have a free rolling session. If the instructor is not rolling himself, he …

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Posted on October 14, 2015

Are You a Martial Artist?

Most people who are outside of the world of brazilian jiu-jitsu tend to think of martial arts in the traditional sense. Starched white gis or black ninja pyjamas, lots of bowing …

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Posted on August 24, 2015

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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Posted on February 9, 2015January 10, 2018

Bjj Seminars: Why You Should Go!

Most bjj academies, even those with an advanced black belt professor of jiu-jitsu, will hold a seminar or two every year. A high level bjj compeititor or instructor will roll through …

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Posted on December 31, 2014January 10, 2018

The Blue Belt Blues

At the year-end academy photo and promotions day your professor called you up to the front of the class and tied a brand new blue belt around your waist. Congratulations! Your …

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Posted on December 18, 2014January 10, 2018

A Few Words on Belt Promotions

I have noticed on my social media at this time of year, my many bjj friends all over the world posting about their graduation to the next belts. The end of …

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Posted on September 4, 2014January 10, 2018

BJJ After Taking A Break

Taking a break a from something you love is essential. Think of it as a breather. Yes. We all need it. And then, we go back to it. And somehow, …

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Posted on July 20, 2014

The ABC’s of Jiu-Jitsu

Jiu-Jitsu can be overwhelming to a newcomer.  There is so much to know and be mindful of when training.  Hopefully simplifying things to the ABC’s can help newcomers. “A” is …

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Posted on June 4, 2014

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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