Narcos star Wagner Moura is a BJJ Purple belt
Brazilian actor and Narcos star Wagner Moura has made waves in the entertainment industry with his exceptional acting skills. However, he is not just a talented actor, but also an…
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WATCH: Royler Gracie criticizes Rener Gracie for role in Jack Greener trial
Rener Gracie comes from a problematic branch of the family, with a father who tried to trademark the Gracie jiu-jitsu name and prevent others in his own family from using…
How Long Does It Take to Get Promoted to Blue Belt in Jiu-Jitsu?
If you’re new to jiu-jitsu, you might be wondering how long it takes to get promoted to a blue belt. The truth is that there is no set timeline for…
WATCH: Old School Video of Rickson Gracie pwning Chuck Norris in sparring
Chuck Norris is a legendary martial artist, actor, and philanthropist. He played a crucial role in introducing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and the Gracie family to the United States. The Birth…
WATCH: Chiefs legend Tamba Hali training George Karlaftis in Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis is taking his training to the next level this offseason by working with Tamba Hali, a franchise legend, and Dave Smarr, a Brazilian…
Jack Greener details scary near death experience after $46M BJJ Mishap
Jack Ryan Greener was just a beginner in BJJ when he had a jujitsu accident that changed his life forever. During the accident, Jack initially thought he was going to…
BJJ/ADCC Champ Gabi Garcia promoted to Judo Black Belt
Garcia is widely considered one of the most successful female BJJ competitors in the history of the sport. She has been a permanent fixture on the podium of major tournaments…
WATCH: Actor Mickey Rourke displays skills that earned him his blue belt in BJJ
Mickey Rourke is a well-known actor, famous for a number of movies including ‘The Wrestler.’ However, not many people know that he is also a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu…
Combat sports lawyer deconstructs fall out from $46M BJJ lawsuit
Erik Magraken is a Canadian lawyer and combat sports journalist. He is the founder of Combat Sports Law. Magraken has also written for several other publications and has been interviewed…
Rener Gracie donates money he received for expert testimony in $46M BJJ court case
The recent ruling in the Jack Greener case and Rener Gracie’s expert witness testimony have caused quite a stir in the BJJ community. However, one aspect of the controversy that…