The Red Shield as a Brand
A picture is worth a thousand words… This quote that is most attributed to publisher Frederick Barnard is very appropriate for our discussion of the Red Shield and all it …
A Look Through my Lens: IBJJF Worlds 2015
Last month the IBJJF World Championships were held at the Walter Pyramid in Long Beach. Gracie Barra competitors from all over the world represented the red shield. I am proud …
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GB News: Victories of the week for Gracie Barra
♫ Uh é Gracie Barra Aha Uhu… Uh é Gracie Barra Aha Uhu…! ♫ Over the last weekend (16 and 17), the mats at the on-going competitions were more busy …
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GB Events: The Feelings of Brotherhood – European 2014
Success comes from knowing that you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming. John Wooden Everyone left for Portugal determined to unify the GB TEAM …
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♫ Uh é Gracie Barra Aha Uhu ♫
In times of trouble, or when we have a challenge ahead, we know the importance of family and friends. In the sporting arena is no different. Whenever an athlete enters …
Happy Birthday Master Carlos
January 17 is a very important date for Gracie Barra, as we celebrate the birthday of our founder, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. Son of the pioneer of Jiu-Jitsu in Brazil, …