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Posted on November 23, 2015

Bjj For The Over 40 Student

A very common question on internet message boards devoted to bjj is “I’m 40-something years of age…is it too late for me to start bjj?” The short answer is “No!” In …

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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 October 10, 2014

Taking Care of your Mind is Jiu-Jitsu: True friendship is found on the mats

Tying the belt and wearing the kimono for the very first time in your life may be a step towards a great transformation that jiu-jitsu will bring to you. After the …

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Posted on April 24, 2013

Marcio Feitosa Ranked Top 10 BJJ Fighters of All Time

5th Best Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Athlete Gracie Barra Professor Marcio Feitosa, a 4th degree black belt, was recently named one of the top 10 bjj fighters of all time. According …

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Posted on February 20, 2012

Bruno Fernandes: Jiu Jitsu's Renaissance Man

Bruno Fernandes is a yardstick of excellence. He is the head instructor at Gracie Barra Montreal, is the Gracie Barra regional director for East Canada, has a PhD, is an …

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