Matt Serra Alleges Renzo Gracie Told Him To “Take A Dive” At ADCC 2001
Feb 26, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Matt Serra had said that he was asked to take a dive in the final of ADCC 2001 – and that the request came directly from his coach, Renzo Gracie. Although Serra is best known for his historic upset...
Renzo Gracie’s Valuable Lesson: Real Respect vs Superficial Respect
Nov 22, 2024BJJEE
Respect is a cornerstone of martial arts culture, but not all respect carries the same weight. In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where actions speak louder than words, Renzo Gracie stands as a...
When Renzo Gracie Got Challenged by an ‘Unchokable’ Man at His Academy
Nov 01, 2024BJJEE
John Danaher has long been a practitioner of bjj and one of the most esteemed coaches out there. As it turns out he’s also a prolific story teller. In honor of Renzo Gracie he shared the story...
ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong Promoted To BJJ Black Belt By Renzo Gracie
Sep 07, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Chatri Sityodtong, founder and CEO of ONE Championship, has been promoted to the rank of a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt… By none other than Renzo Gracie! The surprise promotion took place...
Renzo Gracie’s Shares his High Percentage Back Escape
Aug 27, 2024BJJEE
In the dynamic world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, defending against attacks from behind is one of the most critical skills a practitioner can develop. Renzo Gracie, a legend in the sport, has shared some...
Jiu-Jitsu Legend Renzo Gracie Confident Amateur MMA Will Get Nod for Olympics
Aug 12, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie, a legendary figure in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, is optimistic about the inclusion of amateur MMA in the Olympics. He attributes this potential leap to the concerted efforts by organizations...
Who is Funding CJI? Renzo Gracie Says: ‘There Are Two Options’
Jul 13, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie has revealed that having events like the ADCC and the Craig Jones Invitational thrive contributes to the growth of Jiu-Jitsu. Renzo Gracie stated that he knows who is the investor behind...
Renzo Gracie Shares His Thoughts On The CJI vs ADCC Beef
Jul 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
As both ADCC and CJI tournaments close in, more and more BJJ practitioners are trying to choose their side… As well as answer the question: what would they rather watch if given the...
How to Tailor Jiu-Jitsu to your Body Type by Renzo Gracie
Jul 06, 2024BJJEE
A Grappler’s game starts to develop after around 4 years of training or around a purple belt in BJJ. However, that doesn’t stop a white or blue belt from experimenting with different things....
Renzo Gracie’s 100% Success Toe hold From Half guard
Apr 25, 2024BJJEE
Leg locks have revolutionized the landscape of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, offering practitioners of all sizes a potent weapon against larger and stronger opponents. Among the various leg locks, the toe...
Renzo Gracie Has The Funniest Analogy for Difference Between Gi & No Gi Jiu-Jitsu
Apr 25, 2024BJJEE
Gi and No Gi are the 2 forms of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Gi Jiu Jitsu is grappling with the use of a traditional Gi, which allows you to grab the clothing of your opponent. No Gi is grappling without the...
Renzo Gracie’s Lightning Quick Armlock Against a Turtled Opponent
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE
Learn with Renzo Gracie how to attack a lethal armlock without exposing yourself to get hurt. Renzo shows how he developed a variation of the specific angle by jumping over and using his body and...
Renzo Gracie Shows Secret Choke On Royler Gracie
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie is one of the most beloved – and most charismatic – BJJ athletes and coaches in the world. His love for the Gentle Art knows no limits, as he’s said in an interview for...
Renzo Gracie: “A Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu Means You’re a Badass Motherf*cker”
Mar 14, 2024BJJEE
Being a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt signifies a deep and comprehensive understanding of the art, coupled with a high level of skill and proficiency. However, the meaning of being a black belt in...
Renzo Gracie On How to Finish a Triangle Choke on a Much Larger & Stronger Opponent
Mar 14, 2024BJJEE
The triangle choke from guard is one of the first submissions that you will typically learn in BJJ. It is highly effective and will work at all levels. There are so many ways to set up a triangle...
Renzo Gracie Has a Surprise Anaconda-Ezekiel Submission on A Turtled Opponent
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE
BJJ’s most loved figure Renzo Gracie was recently Uflacker BJJ Academy where he held a fantastic seminar. Renzo showed the students a fantastic array of techniques and told countless funny stories...
Renzo Gracie Shows the Choke He Used in His Subway Incident
Feb 09, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie was recently seen engaged in a fight, in a New York Subway. It is reported that the popular Gracie was having a conversation in Portuguese, with one of his fellow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu...
Renzo Gracie Shows His Secret Rear Naked Choke from the Front
Feb 08, 2024BJJEE
Setting up no gi chokes is an invaluable skill that every serious grappler needs in their submission arsenal. These chokes are powerful tools whether gi or no gi, sport, mma, self defense, etc....
That Time When Renzo Gracie Had To Defend His Home With A Rifle – Against Mobsters
Jan 03, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie recently revealed a memory from his youth in Brazil – when he faced a life-threatening situation. The entire ordeal began with an incident in a nightclub, where Renzo stood up for...
Renzo Gracie: “Jiu-Jitsu Is A Way Of Life”
Dec 27, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, few names resonate as profoundly as the one of Renzo Gracie. For Renzo, Jiu-Jitsu transcends being “just” a martial art or a sport – it is an...
Renzo Gracie: “I Never Had A Natural Sports Ability – I Was A Brazilian Guy Who Couldn’t Play Soccer”
Dec 23, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie is one of the most well-known and most beloved Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu figures in the world. He is also one of the greatest to ever do it, both on the mats and in the MMA ring &...
Renzo Gracie Reveals Family Secret To Avoiding Getting Triangled in the Arm-in Stack Pass
Dec 01, 2023BJJEE
The traditional beginner Gracie Jiu-Jitsu guard pass where you stack your opponent and put one hand in and one hand out and pass to the side is still being thought widely in BJJ academies. Now, many...
Renzo Gracie Shares The Formula For Creating a Successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Jun 08, 2023BJJEE
Starting a Brazilian jiu-jitsu academy takes hard work, dedication, and a passion for the art. Here are some tips on running a successful academy: Get your black belt. You need to be an expert in BJJ...
Renzo Gracie Opens First Academy In The United Arab Emirates (UAE)
May 14, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie has opened his first academy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – in Dubai! The awesome news were shared on social media: Welcome to Renzo Gracie Dubai, the first Renzo Gracie...
