Kron Gracie Claims Rafael Mendes Admitted PED Use After ADCC 2009
Jun 15, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Kron Gracie has added a new twist to the ongoing discussion surrounding PED use in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… Claiming that Rafael Mendes privately admitted to using performance enhancing drugs...
Roger Gracie: “No-Gi Is Way More Entertaining To Watch”
Jun 11, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Roger Gracie recently explained why he believes no-gi has become more popular with spectators while gi Jiu-Jitsu remains more technical. Here is what he had to say on the topic: No-gi is so popular...
Roger Gracie Says Leg Locks Are Not Very Effective “In Real Fighting”
Jun 05, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
BJJ legend Roger Gracie recently shared his thoughts on heel hooks, leg locks, and the evolution of modern Jiu-Jitsu, explaining why he believes many lower-body attacks are less effective in MMA than...
Mark Schultz Says Early ADCC Events May’ve Been Influenced By Gracie Family Connections
Jun 03, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Olympic gold medalist Mark Schultz recently discussed the early days of ADCC and the influence of the Gracie family. And he agreed with a theory that may explain why he was never invited to compete...
BJJ OG Cesar Gracie Reveals The Surprising Origin Of The Term “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu”
May 20, 2026BJJEE
The Surprising Origin Of The Term “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu” Today, almost everyone around the world knows the art as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or simply BJJ. But according to Cesar Gracie, the story...
Kron Gracie Says Rickson Didn’t Speak With Him For Years: “A Lot Of Tension”
May 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Kron Gracie recently opened up about his relationship with his father, Rickson Gracie, and how it was impacted following his loss to Cub Swanson. Once considered one of MMA’s top prospects, Kron...
Kron Gracie Opens Up on Rickson Gracie’s Old-School MMA Advice: “It’s Not Working”
May 12, 2026BJJEE
Kron Gracie has opened up about the complicated and often strained relationship he has had with his father, legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu icon Rickson Gracie, especially when it came to his...
Kyra Gracie Recalls Fighting Her Own Family For The Right To Train Jiu-Jitsu
May 11, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Kyra Gracie reflected on the challenges she faced growing up in the famous Gracie family, revealing that she had to fight for the right to even train BJJ. Despite eventually becoming a three-time...
“Dude’s a Joke”: Kron Gracie Disputes Chris Bones’ Claims Of Being A Rickson Gracie Black Belt
May 09, 2026BJJEE
A new controversy is brewing in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world and this time it involves Kron Gracie, ADCC veteran Jeff Glover, and viral Instagram instructor Chris Bones. Chris Bones has built a...
BJJEE Training Report: Inside Gracie Jiu Jitsu Singapore with Vladimir Popović
Apr 30, 2026BJJEE
I recently had the chance to visit and teach at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy Singapore, thanks to an invitation from my longtime friend Vladimir Popović. I’ve known Vladimir for over 15 years, going...
Carlos Gracie Jr. Promoted To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Red Belt
Apr 26, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Carlos Gracie Jr. has reached one of the highest honors in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, earning his red belt – and further solidifying a legacy that has shaped the sport for decades. As the son of Carlos...
Robert Drysdale: “Rorion Gracie Never Truly Believed In MMA”
Apr 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Robert Drysdale recently shared his perspective on the origins of the UFC and its connection to BJJ – offering a take on Rorion Gracie’s long-term vision. Speaking on the Jiu-Jitsu Revolution...
Nicholas Meregali: John Danaher Is The Greatest Jiu-Jitsu Coach In History, Even Beyond Helio Gracie
Mar 23, 2026BJJEE
Nicholas Meregali has never been one to hold back his opinions, but his latest statements may spark one of the most significant debates in modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Speaking on a podcast with...
Roger Gracie Reveals Why 99% Of People Never Get Good At Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 10, 2026BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Roger Gracie—widely considered one of the greatest competitors in the sport’s history—recently shared a brutally honest explanation for why most practitioners never...
Roger Gracie: Stop Training Jiu-Jitsu 5–7 Days a Week: Do This Instead
Mar 09, 2026BJJEE
One of the greatest competitors in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history, Roger Gracie, recently shared a message that might surprise many grapplers: training Jiu-Jitsu every single day is not always the best...
Roger Gracie Warns Olympic Inclusion Could “K*ll” Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 27, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The question of whether Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu should one day become an Olympic sport has been debated for years. Now one of the most respected figures in the art has offered a clear – and strongly...
Renzo Gracie Shares Why BJJ Athletes Don’t Transition To MMA As Often
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie recently offered an explanation for a shift many fans have noticed: today’s elite BJJ athletes are far less interested in transitioning to MMA. Speaking on Jibber with Jabber, he...
Kyra Gracie Breaks Silence – Alleges Widespread Harassment In Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 07, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
For the first time since retiring from competition, Kyra Gracie has spoken publicly about harassment she says she experienced throughout her career… And about a culture she believes still...
Royce Gracie Criticizes Lack of Discipline In Brazilian Athletes: “They Go Out To Party, You Know?”
Jan 30, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Royce Gracie recently reflected on how modern fighters approach their craft, comparing Dagestanis and Brazilians. He spoke at length about fighters from Dagestan, particularly those connected to...
Renzo and Ralph Gracie to Host Landmark Two-Day Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar in Manila, Philippines
Jan 26, 2026BJJEE
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is set to host one of its biggest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu events in recent memory as legendary figures Renzo Gracie and Ralph Gracie return to Manila for a two-day...
Ralek Gracie Explains Why Pulling Guard Is Actually The Most Realistic Fight Scenario
Jan 06, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
BJJ’s habit of “pulling guard” has become one of the most mocked elements of the art, both online and inside martial arts circles. Critics often claim that sitting to the ground...
Roger Gracie Talks The GOAT Debate: “You Can’t Compare Generations”
Dec 28, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Roger Gracie may sit atop countless all-time rankings in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but he has no interest in arguing about it. Nearly a decade after his last major appearance — when he submitted Marcus...
Matt Serra Recalls Dangerous Advice From Renzo Gracie: “I Could Have Collapsed”
Dec 14, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Matt Serra had shared a frightening moment, revealing how questionable pre-fight advice from Renzo Gracie nearly led to a serious medical emergency. Speaking on the MMA History Podcast, the former...
Kron Gracie Forced Off MMA Return Match: “I Trained For 5 Months…”
Dec 12, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Kron Gracie’s planned return to MMA has been postponed after he was forced to withdraw from Victory Fighting League 3 due to a lack of medical clearance. Gracie was scheduled to face Tom Picciano...
