Gordo: Secrets of the Half Guard
Roberto “Gordo” Correa was one of the first BJJ players to use half guard as an offensive position. His techniques are very simple — you can use them immediately without hundreds of reps — and extremely effective. The techniques in the videos will give to a systematic approach to attacking from your half guard. From grapplearts.com: 17 Tips for an active half guard These are some important aspects to focus on and remember when... Read More
BJJ Novo Leblon, Rio – Real Rio Show
Travel to Gordo’s Novo Leblon academy; get to know the individual cast members a little better; hear Gordo’s explanation of how Jiu-jitsu is viewed by the public here in Rio de Janeiro. Read More
Dave Camarillo: Submit Everyone
My old friend, training partner, and roommate Dave Camarillo is one of top grapplers and coaches in the world. Dave has created a system of grappling, Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu, that seamlessly melds his world championship-caliber judo with an attacking, “submit everyone” style of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Dave has coached many of the top UFC fighters, including Jon Fitch and Cain Valesquez. In addition to his grappling prowess, Dave possesses some... Read More
Man Earns Black Belt in BJJ at 78
DailyPilot.com – Gene Pace was awarded his black belt Thursday night during a ceremony after his regular twice-weekly class and sparring session at the Costa Mesa studio. He is is 78. More than 100 of Pace’s friends and supporters showed up to see his milestone. “It was overwhelming. And last night…” Pace started with a pause, then laughed. “Well, it was a little emotional.” The Whittier resident has been... Read More
Gracie Breakdown: UFC 135
In this Gracie Breakdown, Rener and Ralek the dissect a few key moments in the title fight between Jon Jones and Quinton “Rampage” Jackson. They start with an in-depth analysis of the Flying Friangle that Jon Jones threw on Quinton Jackson at the end of round two. Then, they go into the swift takedown that Jones landed in round four as well as the intricacies of the Rear Naked Choke that ended the fight. Rener and Ralek also give an honorable... Read More
Jean Jacques Machado Promoted to Red Belt by Rickson Gracie
“How does one adequately express their appreciation to someone who has given them the gift of sight? The ability to see and understand things as they never had before I am referring to someone in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world who is known by a single name … “Rickson.” “Before Rickson Gracie I studied Jiu Jitsu, after Rickson Gracie I understood Jiu Jitsu.” Without understanding Jiu Jitsu I would not be who I am... Read More
