Tag Archive: gracie, gracie jiu jitsu, Opinion, rickson. gracie
Rickson Gracie Talks About The State Of Modern Jiu-Jitsu: “The Dilution Is Already Beginning”
Oct 27, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie Talks About The State Of Modern Jiu-Jitsu: “The Dilution Is Already Beginning”
In a recent reflection on the evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Rickson Gracie, a legendary figure in the art, shared his concerns about the current direction of BJJ. He observes that the sport is...Reylson Gracie Says BJJ Has Gone Too Soft: “Your Art Will Be Forgotten”
Oct 13, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Reylson Gracie Says BJJ Has Gone Too Soft: “Your Art Will Be Forgotten”
Grand Master Reylson Gracie – a 9th-degree red belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and son of Carlos Gracie Sr. – has voiced serious concerns about the current state of Jiu-Jitsu. The Gracie shared an...Rickson Gracie Reveals His Toughest Roll Ever – And It’s Not A BJJ Athlete
Jun 10, 2024BJJEE1 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...Kron Gracie Talks Promoting Students To Next Level: “The Belt Cannot Be Treated As A Sandwich”
May 27, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kron Gracie Talks Promoting Students To Next Level: “The Belt Cannot Be Treated As A Sandwich”
How does your coach approach promoting students to the next belt level? Do you think he takes it too lightly? Or is he too strict when it comes to promotions? Well, Kron Gracie appears to be more on...Royce Gracie Criticizes BJJ Competition: “It Doesn’t Work That Way”
Apr 30, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Royce Gracie Criticizes BJJ Competition: “It Doesn’t Work That Way”
Royce Gracie isn’t particularly “in love” with the present state of competition in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Why? Because he doesn’t believe it portrays a true picture. According...BJJ Veteran Confirms That Gracie Family Purposefully Withheld Details From “The Outside World”
Feb 14, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on BJJ Veteran Confirms That Gracie Family Purposefully Withheld Details From “The Outside World”
Fabiano Iha, a seasoned figure in BJJ and MMA, recently shed light on one of the most controversial secrets in all of Jiu-Jitsu history: the Gracie family purposefully withholding technique details...Kron Gracie Opens Up About Having To Bear The Gracie Name: “Lots Of Pressure”
Feb 13, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kron Gracie Opens Up About Having To Bear The Gracie Name: “Lots Of Pressure”
The Gracie name is one of the most familiar ones in the world; with figures such as Royce, Renzo, and Roger Gracie shaping the worlds of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. And, well, Kron Gracie –...Roger Gracie Reflects On BJJ Matches He Lost: “I Lost Due To Stubbornness Or Arrogance”
Feb 04, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Roger Gracie Reflects On BJJ Matches He Lost: “I Lost Due To Stubbornness Or Arrogance”
Roger Gracie didn’t lose a lot of matches… But the ones he did – in his opinion – he lost not due to a lack of skill. But due to his own stubbornness or arrogance. Speaking...Royler Gracie Reveals His Toughest Opponents In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 25, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Royler Gracie Reveals His Toughest Opponents In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
In a recent episode of the “Connect Cast” podcast, Royler Gracie shared who his toughest opponents were in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Royler, who has achieved the coral belt in BJJ and has...Carlson Gracie Jr. Reveals Who Was The Toughest Gracie Of Them All: “He Didn’t Run From Anyone”
Jan 20, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Carlson Gracie Jr. Reveals Who Was The Toughest Gracie Of Them All: “He Didn’t Run From Anyone”
In a recent conversation on the “Connect Cast” podcast, Carlson Gracie Jr. – son of the legendary Carlson Gracie – shared an intriguing insight into his father’s view of the...Would Rickson Gracie Beat Carlson Gracie? Roger Gracie Shares His Thoughts
Jan 18, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Would Rickson Gracie Beat Carlson Gracie? Roger Gracie Shares His Thoughts
In a recent episode of the “Kyra Gracie Podcast”, Jiu-Jitsu legend Roger Gracie offered his insights into the often-debated topic of generational talent in the sport – particularly...Roger Gracie Admits He Never Wanted To Fight MMA: “My Heart Was Never There”
Jan 16, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Roger Gracie Admits He Never Wanted To Fight MMA: “My Heart Was Never There”
Roger Gracie, a legend in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, recently opened up about his mixed martial arts (MMA) career on the “Connect Cast” podcast… And, well, despite being a ten-time...Renzo Gracie: “Jiu-Jitsu Is A Way Of Life”
Dec 27, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Renzo Gracie: “Jiu-Jitsu Is A Way Of Life”
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 AdminComments Off on Renzo Gracie: “I Never Had A Natural Sports Ability – I Was A Brazilian Guy Who Couldn’t Play Soccer”
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 &...Rorion Gracie Reveals Why There Are So Many Names With “R” In The Gracie Family
Dec 07, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rorion Gracie Reveals Why There Are So Many Names With “R” In The Gracie Family
Have you ever noticed that the names of the members of the Gracie Family, for the most part, start with the letters R, C, and K? It’s a bit peculiar, right? So, why is this the case? The...Rio de Janeiro Honors Robson Gracie With Public Landmark Naming
Dec 01, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rio de Janeiro Honors Robson Gracie With Public Landmark Naming
In a significant move honoring the legacy of Jiu-Jitsu, Rio de Janeiro’s Mayor Eduardo Paes has officially approved for the naming of a public place after the late Grand Master Robson Gracie....Royce Gracie: “My Father [Helio Gracie] Was Way Ahead Of Everybody”
Nov 11, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Royce Gracie: “My Father [Helio Gracie] Was Way Ahead Of Everybody”
Royce Gracie, a name synonymous with the foundations of mixed martial arts (MMA), revolutionized the sport by showcasing the effectiveness of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His legendary victories in the...Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Rorion Gracie Shares His Thoughts
Oct 30, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Rorion Gracie Shares His Thoughts
Rorion Gracie is not just the oldest son of the legendary Helio Gracie, but he is also one of the most influential people in the world of Jiu-Jitsu himself. For example, not a lot of people know...Rener Gracie Releases His New Book: “The 32 Principles”
Aug 24, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rener Gracie Releases His New Book: “The 32 Principles”
Rener Gracie, one of the most famous BJJ practitioners and coaches in the world, has just released his book, titled: “The 32 Principles“. And while the book is about Jiu-Jitsu,...Rayron Gracie Shares Personal Approach & Insights About BJJ Success
Aug 18, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rayron Gracie Shares Personal Approach & Insights About BJJ Success
What’s the most important, most valuable skill that a BJJ athlete can have? No, it’s not any sort of a submission technique chain nor a guard pass… It isn’t even being courageous nor being...Rickson Gracie: “Every Moment In Life Is A Unique Opportunity”
Aug 17, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie: “Every Moment In Life Is A Unique Opportunity”
Rickson Gracie is perhaps the most legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete of all time. And not just because of his rich competition (and family) history… But also because of his mindset, which...Rickson Gracie: “Money Can’t Buy The Most Important Things In Life”
Aug 03, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie: “Money Can’t Buy The Most Important Things In Life”
Rickson Gracie is regarded by many as the greatest BJJ practitioner of all time. But, even despite his numerous successes, Rickson came to understand that the most important things in life cannot be...Rickson Gracie: “Fear Is Not The Enemy”
Jul 24, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Rickson Gracie: “Fear Is Not The Enemy”
If you’re looking for someone whom you’d like to take inspiration from, then Rickson Gracie is probably one of the best out there. And not just when it comes to training… But,...Georges St-Pierre: “For Me, Royce Gracie Is The Greatest Of All Time”
Jul 19, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Georges St-Pierre: “For Me, Royce Gracie Is The Greatest Of All Time”
When you think of mixed martial arts (MMA), who comes to mind as the greatest of all time? For Georges St-Pierre, there is only one answer: Royce Gracie. St-Pierre shared why he thinks that in a...