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The fundamental Jiu-Jitsu lesson Jeff Curran learned from Master Pedro Sauer
4+ hour, 46+ min ago (453+ words) 04/05/2026 " | " Escrito por: Marcelo Dunlop Boxer, Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and fearless MMA professional, featherweight Jeff Curran has faced some of the toughest opponents in the fighting world, in events like Pride FC, UFC, WEC, and Strikeforce, totaling more than 50 professional fights....
Diogo Souza explains how strategy and experience redefine Jiu-Jitsu in the master divisions | Graciemag
2+ week, 2+ day ago (334+ words) 01/04/2026 " | " Escrito por: Vitor Freitas With over two decades dedicated to Jiu-Jitsu, Diogo Souza represents a generation that has helped shape the growth of the IBJJF master divisions. At 44 years old, born in 1981, the 4th-degree black belt, who began training in…...
Joao Cizeski: building champions and transforming lives beyond the mats
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (321+ words) Graciemag 16/01/2026 | Escrito por: News Room In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Joao Cizeski, a seasoned competitor and instructor whose career embodies the essence of the "Gentle Art." With a decorated competitive background including national titles in both Brazil…...
After a victorious season, Leo Gosling reveals the secrets to consistency in Jiu-Jitsu
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (247+ words) 26/12/2025 " | " Escrito por: News Room "The absolute final at the Tampa Open was one of the highlights of this journey," analyzes Gosling. "I faced the great athlete Tarsis de Paula, leader of Elementum Jiu-Jitsu. With deep emotional control and positive visualization,…...
Seeds 13 in Texas: Jiu-Jitsu, community, and a real program for law enforcement | Graciemag
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (659+ words) 22/12/2025 " | " Escrito por: Vitor Freitas The creators of Seeds13 in Texas. Diego, Roniel, and Victoria are black belts in jiu-jitsu. The mission goes far beyond learning techniques. The focus is on developing individuals who are better prepared to deal with pressure, conflict,…...
Deluxe edition celebrates 30 years of BJJ Tour's US Open | Graciemag
5+ mon, 10+ hour ago (207+ words) SAN JOSE, CA " The Jiu-Jitsu community recently came together to celebrate three decades of the US Open, an event promoted by the BJJ Tour league and spearheaded by renowned GMI Professor Claudio. .. 25/11/2025 | Escrito por: News Room SAN JOSE, CA " The…...
The BJJ Mental Coach Launches Masters Community | Graciemag
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (418+ words) 18/09/2025 " | " Escrito por: Graciemag Newsroom At Jiu-Jitsu Con 2025, Masters competitors didn't just show up " they took over. More than 6, 550 athletes battled at Master Worlds, making up 55% of all participants. The message is clear: the Masters divisions are no longer the sidelines…...
US Open Turns 30, and Claudio Fran'a Shares His Hopes for the Future of Jiu-Jitsu | Graciemag
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (499+ words) 14/09/2025 " | " Escrito por: Graciemag Newsroom On the weekend of November 15th and 16th, William Overfelt High School in San Jose, California, prepares to welcome a diverse group of dedicated masters and students. The American school will host the US Open, which began in…...
Windson Torres: european champion at 25 and one of the fastest-rising names in Jiu-Jitsu | Graciemag
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (332+ words) 25/08/2025 " | " Escrito por: Vitor Freitas Wind Torres Captures the European Championship Title Asked about his origins, Windson goes back to his first gi and the post-pandemic turning point that changed his competitive path: "I started judo at 10 years old and moved…...
Sandra Kowalska, from Poland to the world | Graciemag
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (237+ words) 17/08/2025 " | " Escrito por: News Room Austin, TX " The Austin Open IBJJF continues to reinforce the city's reputation as a rising epicenter for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. But at this year's event, one competitor stole the spotlight: Sandra Kowalska. Representing Gracie Barra, Kowalska captured…...