Local priest finds inspiration on the Jiu-Jitsu mats in Chile
At GMA Bravo Sport Club in Vinã del Mar, Chile, the mats are a place for all types of people to learn Jiu-Jitsu. Second degree black…
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Bastos BJJ purple belt remains on the mat despite cancer diagnosis
A student from GMA Bastos BJJ Midland under Professor Bruno Bastos in Texas has persevered through one of life's toughest obstacles-- cancer. Purple belt Joe…
Disabilities are no match for Jiu-Jitsu: How one blue belt has gone beyond his limitations
One of the beautiful benefits of Jiu-Jitsu is that everyone can gain something from training--even those with disabilities. It's not uncommon to see people with…
Rafael Lovato Jr. pays tribute to his inspirational father
This past weekend on Oct. 5 and 6 at the 2013 IBJJF Masters and Seniors World Championship, the father of Rafael Lovato Jr., was present.…
Stephen “Pesadelo” Hall dedicates gold at American Nationals to little Aubri
The stories you'd hear if you sat down for even an hour with Stephen "Pesadelo" Hall are endless. They aren't war stories or long jokes,…
No limitations for 11-year-old training Jiu-Jitsu after debilitating car accident
Thiago Leopoldo, 11, was supposed to be another sad victim of car accidents that kill or injure many Brazilians. But the young boy from Blumenau…
Are You Over 30? Jiu-Jitsu’s the Right Place for You
A Jiu-Jitsu practitioner’s routine is no walk in the park, and that’s precisely why we’re stronger and more confident even outside the academy walls. When…
Brazilian president’s acceptance speech may inspire you, too
The first female president of Brazil, Dilma Vana Roussef, 63, took office at 4:48 pm on January 1. At the ceremony – an historic one…