Buakaw training Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?!?
Arguably the best Muay Thai fighter alive, Buakaw Banchamek recently announced his retirement from fighting. The retirement appears to have been caused by a disagreement with him management at Pramuk Gym in Bangkok, Thailand. Recently, Buakaw has been spotted practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Could this mean the start of his MMA career? Watch Buakaw compete in the 2010 K-1 Max finals against Dutch legend Andy Souwer: 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
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
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
Gracie Breakdown: UFC 142
Are you curious as to how Paul Harris pulled off that nasty heel hook? Find out below. 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
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Al Bundy
At the last Gracie Academy Instructor Certification Program, in Torrance, CA, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Ed O’Neill makes a surprise appearance before his weekly private lesson with Rorion Gracie. He tells the story of his introduction GJJ lesson with Rorion from 16 YEARS prior as if it happened yesterday. Read More
The Twister: Gracie Brothers or Eddie Bravo
UFC 129 saw the first “twister” submission performed in history by the Korean Zombie against Leonard Garcia. The “twister,” also known as the guillotine in wrestling, is a unique twisting body submission that locks the body of the victim in a modified back mount position while isolating and twisting the head in the opposite direction. As painful as it sounds, it feels even worse. Below you will find two videos explaining the... Read More
The Beginner’s Guide To Starting BJJ: “Don’t be a spaz!”
On the website DSTRYR/SG, Matt Kirtley has created a must read for any student new to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Mike is a brown belt in BJJ and is well known for his groundbreaking website Aesopian.com, a journal he started in 2006 as a blue belt which chronicles a countless number of BJJ techniques in great detail. [continue] Highlights How to not make enemies on your first day: Don’t pick anyone up and slam them. Don’t try any leglocks you... Read More
