Josh Waitzkin – Chess Prodigy & BJJ Black Belt – Talks #1 Thing That Made Marcelo Garcia Great
Jan 29, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Josh Waitzkin, known for his prodigious chess career and later success in martial arts, recently broke down what makes Marcelo Garcia one of the most revolutionary figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu....
[WATCH] Marcelo Garcia Submits Masakazu Imanari With North-South Choke
Jan 25, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia made a stunning return to competition after 14 years – submitting Japanese MMA veteran Masakazu Imanari at ONE 170 on January 24. Garcia started strong, controlling the action on the...
Marcelo Garcia Shares He Almost Fought Nick Diaz In An MMA Match
Jan 24, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia – one of the most decorated and beloved grapplers in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history – recently reflected on his stint into mixed martial arts (MMA) and the circumstances that led to...
Marcelo Garcia Shares Cancer Fight Details: “I Have To Be Their Father…”
Jan 23, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia has recently opened up, in-depth, about his year-long battle with stomach cancer. In early 2023, Garcia announced his diagnosis, a moment that left the grappling world in shock: I was...
Marcelo Garcia Calls For BJJ To Remain Respectful: “If You Are Not Able To Feel Respect…”
Jan 18, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
As Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu continues to grow in popularity, the legendary Marcelo Garcia is calling for the sport to preserve its core values – amid increasing commercialization. He shared his thoughts...
Marcelo Garcia explains why Gordon Ryan isn’t the Grappling GOAT
Dec 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia, one of the most revered figures in grappling history, recently shared his perspective on Gordon Ryan’s dominance and the ongoing debate about who deserves the title of the greatest...
Marcelo Garcia Shares How It First Felt To Start Training No-Gi: “I Didn’t Like It”
Dec 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia, often regarded as one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners of all time, recently shared that he initially disliked training no-gi. Garcia revealed that upon joining...
Marcelo Garcia Talks Relationship With Dillon Danis: “I Hope He Is Doing Better”
Dec 06, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia has recently opened up about his past relationship with former student Dillon Danis. Garcia described his relationship with Danis as strained during a time when he was grappling with...
Marcelo Garcia On the Reason He Signed The Contract With ONE Championship
Nov 18, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
After a 15-year hiatus, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Marcelo Garcia has announced his return to competition – signing with ONE Championship. In a recent interview with ONE FC, the 41-year-old shared...
Demian Maia Picks Marcelo Garcia As No-Gi GOAT: “It Was Something Different”
Sep 09, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Demian Maia (Instagram) & Marcelo Garcia (Instagram) Demian Maia recently shared his thoughts on the top Jiu-Jitsu athletes of all time – both in gi & no-gi. The...
Marcelo Garcia Details The Mindset You’ve Got To Have When You Compete
Aug 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia is widely regarded as one of the greatest competitors in BJJ history… Making his advice invaluable to anyone aspiring to follow in his footsteps. And, well, his footsteps have...
Marcelo Garcia Announces His 1st BJJ Seminar After Cancer Diagnosis
Jan 27, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia has just announced his first seminar since his battle with cancer! In a heartening update shared via social media, Garcia expressed his joy – stating the following: I’m happy...
Roger Gracie Names His Biggest Jiu-Jitsu Opponents: “He Is By Far The Most Technical”
Jan 12, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In a recent episode of the “Connect Cast” podcast, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Roger Gracie reflected on his illustrious career – sharing insights into his journey. And well, among...
Marcelo Garcia Back To Training BJJ After Cancer Treatment: “It Feels Great”
Dec 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Yes, it’s official… Marcelo Garcia is back to training Jiu-Jitsu – after a 11-month hiatus, caused by cancer diagnosis and treatment! Garcia shared the awesome news via social...
Marcelo Garcia Shares Awesome Guard Passing Tips
Nov 23, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia is one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in the history of the sport – one of the most accomplished and universally liked practitioners at the same time. So, when Marcelo...
Marcelo Garcia Gives Health Update: “One More Chemo & I’m Back On The Mats”
Sep 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia, an IBJJF and ADCC Hall Of Fame – and one of the best-liked people in the BJJ community – has been diagnosed with stomach cancer in January this year. Garcia pushed through...
Marcelo Garcia Shows How To Do The Perfect Guillotine Choke
Aug 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia is one of the bjj greats. His weapon of choice was often the Guillotine with which he submitted quite a few big names. Among them are: Victor Estima, Josh Hinger, Kron Gracie, Mike...
Gordon Ryan’s Generous Offer To Marcelo Garcia: “He’s Done More For BJJ Than Anyone Else”
Jul 03, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently met with Marcelo Garcia, one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes of all time – who has been undergoing therapy due to stomach cancer. Ryan shared the details about...
Marcelo Garcia Shares Cancer Update: “It Hadn’t Spread”
Jun 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia, an ADCC and IBJJF Hall Of Famer, was diagnosed with stomach cancer earlier this year. After going through several rounds of chemotherapy, he underwent surgery some time ago… And...
Marcelo Garcia Shares Cancer Update: “I Got The Best Results Possible”
May 23, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Earlier this year, the BJJ community was shocked to learn that Marcelo Garcia – an ADCC and IBJJF Hall Of Famer – was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Marcelo shared the news on social...
Marcelo Garcia Shows How To Perfect The North South Choke
Mar 12, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia is one of the bjj greats. His weapon of choice was often the Guillotine with which he submitted quite a few big names. Among them are: Victor Estima, Josh Hinger, Kron Gracie, Mike...
Marcelo Garcia Shows The Perfect Way To Control & Attack The Back In BJJ
Jan 31, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Here are some of the key details to make your seat belt from the back a whole lot more dangerous and start finishing more chokes just like Marcelo Garcia. These no-gi techniques were perfected by...
How To Reduce Recovery Time When Someone’s Passing Your Guard?
Jan 31, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
You know the saying: „Guard recovery – you can never be too good at it.“ Well okay, okay. It isn’t exactly a saying… But it should be, because your guard recovery will determine a lot of...
Marcelo Garcia Diagnosed With Stomach Cancer: “The Biggest Fight Of My Life”
Jan 20, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Marcelo Garcia, an IBJJF and ADCC Hall Of Famer – and one of the most liked people in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – has been diagnosed with stomach cancer. Garcia shared news about...
