Chicago Summer: Vitor Oliveira reigns in the No-Gi absolute; other results
The No-Gi day at the 2013 Chicago Summer Open has already crowned its biggest champion. Vitor Oliveira (GF Team) won both the middleweight division and…
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Flavio Almeida on Chicago Open absolute gold: “It’s unbelievable!”
The 2013 Chicago Summer Open adult black belt open class champion talks about his win. Flávio Almeida comments the final against Vitor Oliveira while you…
Day 2: Chicago Open underway; follow our Google+ coverage
The IBJJF Chicago Summer Open is underway. After a Saturday of Gi thrills the No-Gi divisions take on the mats this Sunday. To see…
2013 Chicago Summer Open: the best images of day 1 (Gi)
Check out 27 images that summarize the actions of day 1 in the Windy City. The action returns this Sunday, with the No-Gi competition. [flickr…
Chicago Summer Open: Flavio Almeida upsets youngsters; other results
Flavio Almeida likes to joke around that he is not a kid anymore. Even so, the heavyweight from Gracie Barra feared no younger adversary this…
Video: Christian Uflacker changes lives through teaching BJJ and leading by example
Second degree black belt under Carlos Gracie Jr., GMA member Christian Uflacker takes his academy beyond the training. Recently signing with a new MMA organization…
Let IBJJF Chicago Open on Aug 17-18 get you ready for No-Gi Pan Ams & Worlds
The IBJJF Chicago Summer Open is one of the only IBJJF city tournaments that offers no-gi divisions-- which is why you should capitalize on…
Undefeated in MMA, Xaropinho talks Jiu-Jitsu, signing with RFA
Holding a perfect record in MMA with five wins and no losses, GMA member Christian "Xaropinho" Uflacker is already preparing for his next battle. The Jiu-Jitsu…
IBJJF Chicago Summer Open registration ending Friday, Aug. 9 or at capacity soon
The IBJJF Chicago Summer Open is set for August 17-18 at Chicago State University. The event will have gi divisions as well as no-gi…
Three-hour seminar for females with Hannette Staack in Dallas, TX on Aug. 24
Don't miss a chance to learn from seven-time world champion Hannette Staack in Dallas, Texas. On Saturday, August 24, the GMA member and co-leader of…
Carlson Gracie Sr.: The Simple Warrior documentary to tell his story
February 1 is the anniversary of Carlson Gracie Sr.'s passing. The martial art, sport, and hobby we love may be very different, or maybe we…
Team Redzovic awards black belts to three long time students in Chicago, IL
Our GMA members Adem, Eddie and Idriz Redzovic from Chicago, IL have promoted three of their students. This promotion was earned by long time students…