In a fascinating podcast interview, Helio Gracie black belt Francisco Mansor shared a profound perspective on the origins of Jiu-Jitsu, tracing its roots back to India and the Buddhist…
In a fascinating podcast interview, Helio Gracie black belt Francisco Mansor shared a profound perspective on the origins of Jiu-Jitsu, tracing its roots back to India and the Buddhist monks.…
In a revealing podcast on ConnectCast, legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner Francisco Mansor shared his strict perspective on martial arts instruction, particularly emphasizing that he does not accept Jiu-Jitsu teachers who…
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, earning a black belt is a journey of dedication, skill, and personal growth. There’s a lot of debate about standards now given that there’s…
Few stories in martial arts history are as compelling as the legendary Gracie Challenge Matches. These confrontations were more than just challenges; they were a proving ground for a martial…
Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Robert Drysdale has been increasingly vocal about the changing landscape of martial arts, particularly regarding how modern trends are affecting traditional values and training methodologies. Through a…
When Royler Gracie faced off against a Kenpo instructor who claimed to have developed a “lethal” style. The encounter was a stark reminder of the importance of adaptability and realism…
The wheat flour bags tell you everything. While the Gracies were building their prestigious academy on Rio Branco, teaching politicians and Rio’s elite, Oswaldo Fadda was in Bento Ribeiro turning…
In an era where Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt promotions have become increasingly controversial, with veterans like Jeff Glover lamenting declining standards and others proposing rigid physical criteria, the Valente Brothers…
Rigan Machado has always been at the forefront of the sport’s evolution. With decades of experience in both the competitive and teaching aspects of the art, Machado has witnessed and…
