Tag Archive: belt promotion, Black Belt, gracie, gracie jiu jitsu, Igor Gracie
Igor Gracie Promoted To 5th Degree BJJ Black Belt by Renzo Gracie
Mar 11, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Igor Gracie Promoted To 5th Degree BJJ Black Belt by Renzo Gracie
After a lifetime of training and competing in the martial art, Igor Gracie has been promoted to the rank of a 5th degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt! The promotion took place two days ago, and it...Kron Gracie – Rickson Gracie’s Son – To Make His Octagon Return At UFC 288
Mar 08, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kron Gracie – Rickson Gracie’s Son – To Make His Octagon Return At UFC 288
Kron Gracie – the son of Rickson Gracie – has been booked for his octagon return! He has been sidelined from competition for the last three and a half years, having last fought in 2019....Neiman Gracie Excited About His Upcoming Fight: “I’m Going For A Submission”
Feb 04, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Neiman Gracie Excited About His Upcoming Fight: “I’m Going For A Submission”
The last three and a half years haven’t been the best for Neiman Gracie‘s MMA career. Namely, he won only two out of six Bellator bouts during this time span – but he’s...Javier Mendez: “We Are All Here Because Of The Gracies”
Nov 22, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Javier Mendez: “We Are All Here Because Of The Gracies”
In a recent interview with Red Corner MMA, Javier Mendez – Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s coach, as well as the founder and head coach of the famous American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) – spoke...[Watch] Gordon Ryan & Royce Gracie Meet And Roll
Oct 21, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on [Watch] Gordon Ryan & Royce Gracie Meet And Roll
Royce Gracie is a legendary BJJ and MMA figure. A son of Helio Gracie, he is often said to be the most influential figure in Jiu-Jitsu; as he brought awareness to it through famous victories in the...[Watch] 3rd-Degree Gracie Black Belt Detains Man Before Police’s Arrest
Jun 22, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on [Watch] 3rd-Degree Gracie Black Belt Detains Man Before Police’s Arrest
Idriz Redžović is a 3rd-degree Gracie Black Belt who recently had an opportunity to put his BJJ skills to the test in a “live” setting. Namely, he took down a man who allegedly...Gordon Ryan Applauds Roger Gracie: “He’s The Greatest Of All Time”
Jun 06, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Applauds Roger Gracie: “He’s The Greatest Of All Time”
Gordon Ryan is best-known for two things: for being arguably the most elite grappler of today… And for his trash-talking skills. So, it’s not often that you’ll find him showering...Tim Kennedy: “If They Can Touch Your Face When You’re Grappling, You’re Doing It Wrong”
May 27, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Tim Kennedy: “If They Can Touch Your Face When You’re Grappling, You’re Doing It Wrong”
Tim Kennedy is a Strikeforce and UFC veteran, a Green Beret and Special Forces Ranger; but also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. He’s also big on criticizing the “sport” aspect of...Royler Gracie Promoted To 8th Degree BJJ Coral Belt by His Brother, Rorion Gracie
May 04, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Royler Gracie Promoted To 8th Degree BJJ Coral Belt by His Brother, Rorion Gracie
Royler Gracie is a true legend of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A son of Helio Gracie, Royler has been the first so-called “King of BJJ’s Featherweight Division”, setting a record for the...Mike Tyson vs. Royce Gracie: The UFC Match That Never Happened
Apr 13, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Mike Tyson vs. Royce Gracie: The UFC Match That Never Happened
Mike Tyson is one of the most recognized athletes in the world. Known for his terrifying knockout power and his aggressive forward movement, Tyson has won the WBA, WBC, IBF, and The Ring heavyweight...Rickson Gracie: “I Don’t Feel Comfortable Seeing Kron Trade Punches With Someone”
Jan 03, 2022BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie: “I Don’t Feel Comfortable Seeing Kron Trade Punches With Someone”
Kron Gracie has had his last MMA fight back in October 2019, when he lost to Cub Swanson via decision. His cornerman and father, Rickson Gracie, subsequently confessed that he wasn’t happy with...Royler Gracie Gets Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
Dec 28, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Royler Gracie Gets Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
It’s official – Royler Gracie is the newest ADCC Hall of Fame inductee! The organization shared the news on their Instagram account: View this post on Instagram A post...Rickson Gracie: “Allow Yourself To Really Embrace Jiu-Jitsu”
Dec 24, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie: “Allow Yourself To Really Embrace Jiu-Jitsu”
What’s the true essence of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu – its underlying philosophy? This was a question posed by a student to Rickson Gracie, who wanted to learn about the philosophy and tradition...Neiman Gracie vs. Logan Storley Scheduled For Early 2022 Bellator Event
Dec 24, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Neiman Gracie vs. Logan Storley Scheduled For Early 2022 Bellator Event
Neiman Gracie has himself a fight for early 2022! He’ll take on Logan Storley in a welterweight bout which is scheduled for a February 19 Bellator card, as reported by MMA Junkie. Logan Storley...Rickson Gracie Reveals His Toughest Roll Ever – And It’s Not A BJJ Athlete
Dec 22, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie Reveals His Toughest Roll Ever – And It’s Not A BJJ Athlete
At an “ask me anything” session at Rickson Academy, a student had an opportunity to ask Rickson Gracie the following question: “Who was the toughest guy you ever trained...Kyra Gracie Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
Dec 15, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kyra Gracie Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
Kyra Gracie, one of the only two women in the Gracie family to have achieved the black belt rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, has now been inducted into the ADCC Hall of Fame! The ADCC shared the news on...Suzanne Gracie, Mother of Rener and Ryron Gracie, Passes Away from Cancer
Dec 13, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Suzanne Gracie, Mother of Rener and Ryron Gracie, Passes Away from Cancer
Suzanne Gracie, who is a mother of Rener and Ryron Gracie, has passed away from cancer. Rener has shared the tragic news on his social media: At 8:09pm Mama Gracie was set free. She was comfortable...New Jersey Makes Gracie Survival Tactics a Part of Police Training
Dec 01, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on New Jersey Makes Gracie Survival Tactics a Part of Police Training
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a necessity for anyone involved in law enforcement. At least for those who wish to keep themselves, as well as the suspects, safe while carrying out their job. And...Manteca Police Department Adopts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training
Nov 25, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Manteca Police Department Adopts Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu… It’s almost as if it was designed for law enforcement – allowing it to overpower and control the violent person, staying safe all the while not afflicting any...Kheydon Gracie – Royce’s Son – Enlists Into US Army Rangers
Nov 23, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kheydon Gracie – Royce’s Son – Enlists Into US Army Rangers
When you hang out with people who hold physical fitness, discipline, and progress in high regard… Then there’s an enormous chance that you’ll become successful, in whichever field...Roger Gracie Meets Armenian President & Speaks at “Summit of Minds”
Oct 29, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Roger Gracie Meets Armenian President & Speaks at “Summit of Minds”
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Roger Gracie recently went on a trip to Armenia, where he had a chance to meet and speak to the Armenian president; as well as speak at a “Summit of Minds”...Neiman Gracie: “The UFC Already Contacted Me”
Oct 20, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Neiman Gracie: “The UFC Already Contacted Me”
Neiman Gracie is making leaps in his MMA rise, as he’s currently one of the top names in Bellator’s welterweight division, with a record of 11-2. In a recent conversation for the...Neiman Gracie Inspired By Cro Cop: “If We Keep Fight Standing, Hospital; If We Go To Ground, Cemetery”
Sep 21, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Neiman Gracie Inspired By Cro Cop: “If We Keep Fight Standing, Hospital; If We Go To Ground, Cemetery”
Neiman Gracie, a part of the fourth generation of the famous BJJ family, featured in the co-main event at Bellator 266 last Saturday. A son of Carla Gracie and a nephew to Renzo Gracie, Neiman has...Throwback: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu vs. Karate Team Challenge (1975)
Sep 16, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Throwback: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu vs. Karate Team Challenge (1975)
Jiu-Jitsu works. Not just when it comes to training in your academy nor just when it comes to the competitions you went to… But in both cases and against other martial arts as well! You simply...