Judo Chop: The Gracie Stomp and Distance Closing
Ben Thapa takes a look at the Gracie stomp, made famous by Royce Gracie at UFC 1 and subsequent tournaments, and the counters, variants and the overall goal of controlling distance in a fight.
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Rickson Judo Chop
Rickson Gracie is a legend to most MMA fans. See his near mythical grappling in action and see how his mastery of fundamentals made him a near unstoppable force.
MMA Origins: UFC 1
In a ploy to create more awarness of Jiu Jitsu, Rorion Gracie sparks American interest in Mixed Martial Arts and creates the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
MMA Origins: The Gracie Challenge
A look at the arrival of the Gracies and MMA to the United States in the 1980's
Royler Gracie Awarded Red and Black Belt Jim Hannan's facebook page has posted the above picture,...
Royler Gracie Awarded Red and Black Belt Jim Hannan's facebook page has posted the above picture, announcing that Royler Gracie has been awarded his Red and Black belt by his brother Rickson Gracie. The Red and Black belt is awarded when a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu student has reached the 7th degree on his black belt. Degrees on a black belt are awarded for years spent as an instructor and take decades to earn. (more on belt rankings) Royler Gracie is the son of BJJ co-founder Helio Gracie. Leader of the legendary grappling school Gracie Humaita, Royler won the first four BJJ Pena weight World Championships and two ADCC gold medals. He is also the coach of several world champions including Saulo Ribeiro, Leticia Ribeiro, and Beatriz Mesquita. Congrats to Royler! He is a true master.
MMA History for the Holidays
A review of Bloody Elbow's award-winning MMA history series.
