Master Carlos Gracie Jr

Master Carlos Gracie Jr: The Three Pillars of Gracie Barra Teaching Philosophy

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Since its founding, the Gracie Barra community has thrived as a unified team focused on one mission: Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone. Master Carlos Gracie Jr. has always maintained the belief that Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) professors must keep an open mind to best learn from others. When you remain a student always, you always become a better […]

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Gracie Barra

What You Should Know Before Your First Gracie Barra Class

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Starting a Brazilian jiu-jitsu practice is exciting, a little overwhelming, and certainly one of the best things you can do for your mind, body, and overall well-being. When you train at Gracie Barra, you are building your practice on a solid foundation based on a time-tested curriculum designed for your success. Before you attend your

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Double Leg BJJ Self-Defense

Gracie Barra Self-Defense Techniques Anyone Can Use

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Gracie Barra Self-Defense Techniques Anyone Can Use Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and the Gracie Barra curriculum, are centered on teaching self-defense techniques. From day one, students begin learning the fundamentals and self-defense remains a common thread throughout every student’s journey.    In fact, of all the benefits that students get from BJJ, self-defense techniques are among the most

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Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 Lifelong Lessons Kids Learn from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Gracie Barra Jacksonville

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5 Lifelong Lessons Kids Learn From Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu As parents, we want our kids to develop self-esteem and a strong sense of self as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and beyond. We are always looking for activities to help them develop in these areas, especially if our children struggle physically, emotionally, or socially. And

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Women and Girls in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

5 Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Women and Girls | Gracie Barra Jacksonville

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5 Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to Women and Girls While the world of Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) has traditionally been male-dominated, women and girls make up a growing part of the community. Walk into a BJJ gym these days and you will see females of all ages and ability levels having just as much fun as

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