BJJ grandmaster and UFC 1 ref, Hélio Vigio is dead at 82
The BJJ community lost this Thursday the 15th one of its giants. Hélio Vigio, a red-belt reared by Carlson Gracie, died of natural causes at…
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Athlete with Down syndrome receives Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu
An acclaimed sport’s news website in Brazil, www.globoesportes.globo.com, published on December 28 an article about Fabricio Galvão, the first Jiu-Jitsu athlete in the world with…
All Things BJJ: Meet Carley Gracie, the man who brought Jiu-Jitsu to the States
Carley Gracie, a ninth-degree red belt, was the first member of the Gracie family to bring the art of Jiu-Jitsu to the United States. All…
Insight into the Marcelo Garcia brown belt dream team: history, techniques, discussion
At Marcelo Garcia Academy in New York City, there is a team of athletes who have been sweeping tournaments. They came on the rise last…
Jiu-Jitsu: a tribute to 40 years of Ryan Gracie
If he were among us, Ryan Gracie today would complete 40 years old. Son of Robson and Renzo's brother, Ryan epoch in the extinct Pride…
On his birthday, remember Carlson Gracie by hearing the testimonies of his affectionate pupils
Carlson Gracie, born in August 13, 1932, was Carlos Gracie eldest son. He learned the gentle art of Jiu-Jitsu from, both, his father and uncle…
Video: Caio Terra’s Jiu-Jitsu journey proves that perseverance is key
Caio Terra began Jiu-Jitsu because his mother wanted to help him defend against bullies. Today he is a multiple-time black belt world champion. His story…
At 80, Carlson Gracie lives
Carlson Gracie was born on August 13, 1933, but celebrated his birthdays on the twelth to be safe. In fact, he was not born Carlson,…
Hannette Staack: Profile of a champion and eternal optimist
By Valerie Worthington If you are a grappling enthusiast of any level and you are not familiar with Hannette Staack, you are missing out. One…
Ze Radiola: from the waves to the dojos
Many might think Jiu-Jitsu and surfing are two sports with nothing to do with one another. However, the fact so many Gentle Art practitioner’s find…