Gracie Breakdown: Diaz vs. Miller & Belcher vs. Palhares
In this episode, the Gracie Brothers break down the beautiful heel hook defensive strategies used by Alan Belcher to demoralize and defeat Rousimar Palhares, the feared leg lock specialist with 10 submission victories (6 by heel hook), and the slick “power guillotine” used by Nate Diaz to seal the deal against Jim Miller in the second round. Northside MMA is Chicago’s premiere Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym, offering... Read More
Gracie Breakdown: UFC 145: Jones vs. Evans
Even though the main event didn’t end in a spectacular submission UFC 145, there were definitely some beautiful moments. In this Gracie Breakdown, Ryron and Rener focus on the amazing side control that Rory MacDonald used to dominate Che Mills. They explain how he set up the crucifix and go over three escape variations that you can use if you ever find yourself in the unfortunate position that Che Mills was in. They also demonstrate... Read More
Gracie Breakdown: Ronda Rousey Breaks Miesha Tate’s Arm (Viewer Discretion Advised)
In this weekend’s Strikeforce, Ronda Rousey secured her position atop the women’s division, winning by armbar and, in the process, dislocating Miesha Tate’s arm in the first round. Ryron and Rener break down the beautiful throw, mount transition setup, and finish that Ronda used to seal the deal. Check it out and be sure to share it with the jiu-jitsu haters – if this doesn’t convert them, nothing will! Read More
Gracie Breakdown: UFC 144
If you saw UFC 144, you might be a little curious as to how some of the techniques were done. Watch the Gracie Brothers explain. Read More
Gracie Breakdown: Royce Grace vs. Dan Severn
In this special edition classic Gracie Breakdown, Rener is joined by WWE Superstar and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, CM Punk, as they break down the fight that made the Triangle Choke famous overnight. If you haven’t seen the epic battle between Royce and Dan Severn in UFC 4, be sure to watch it. Rener and CM Punk are both wearing the new Series 1 Pearl Weave Gracie Gis. Get yours at: http://secure.gracieacademy.com/categories/gis-and-patches/GSG-GPW.html Follow... Read More
Gracie Breakdown: Oliveira’s Reverse Calf Slicer
Learn how Charles Oliveira executed the first reverse calf slicer in UFC history. Read More
Gracie Breakdown: UFC 142
Are you curious as to how Paul Harris pulled off that nasty heel hook? Find out below. Read More
