Class Cancelled Tonight, 1/11/11
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Due to inclement weather classes at the Academy will be closed this evening (1/11). Have fun and be safe out there. Practice taking friends/family down in the snow, and work those grips. We will resume our regular schedule tomorrow. Thanks, Brian Congrats to our newest blue belts
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The instructors at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Kentucky would like to congratulate students Mark Wilson, Matt Wilson and Lewis Christopher for successfully passing their blue belt test this afternoon. Each demonstrated solid technique and a good understanding of the fundamentals of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. We couldn't be more proud of their accomplishment.   Gracie Bullyproof at Our Academy
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Click here to read a great article from the Christian Science Monitor. It was written by a mother who watched her son get attacked by a couple of bullies on a playground. Fortunately, her son had taken several months' worth of Gracie Bullyproof -- the same program we teach at our Academy. He came out of the altercation unscathed and with a renewed sense of self-confidence. The bottom-line is that Gracie Jiu-Jitsu works and it's especially effective for children who are victims of bullies. Please continue to spread the word about our program, and invite young ones you know to one of our Bullyproof classes. They're held on Thursdays at 6:15 p.m. and Saturdays at 11:15 a.m. See you on the mat! Master Pedro Sauer 2010 Fall Training Camp Details
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If you haven't yet registered for Master Sauer's 2010 Fall Training Camp, click here for details on how to do so. Here's a clip from the camp from two years ago: These training camps are always filled with excellent techniques and camaraderie. Whether you're beginner or advanced, you'll walk away with a fresh perspective on your game and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in general. This year's special guest instructor is Andre Galvao, a world jiu-jitsu champion black belt. He's teaching the Saturday afternoon session and is highly regarded in the grappling community as a solid technician and great instructor. Here's a highlight clip of Mr. Galvao in action: So, what are you waiting for? Sign up today and join us on the mats next month, Nov. 19-21. Bluegrass Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open
Always a great, well-run and organized tournament. Let's continue to train hard for it and keep spreading the word!
 RELSON GRACIE JIU-JITSU REVOLUTION
Excellent article about Master Relson Gracie and his thoughts about the current state of jiu-jitsu. Take a read and let us know what you think. Here's a brief snippet:
http://www.insidebjj.com/2010/08/10/relson-gracie-jiu-jitsu-revolution/ “I cannot handle an entire tournament where black belts can only win by advantage, staying in one position for ten minutes, and stalling. Anybody can be trapped in that game. Everybody screams hold on! Thirty-seconds left! Stay there! Stay there! That’s not real Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. That’s not what we’re about.” - Relson Gracie The Grappling Dummy: Segment on Nic Gregoriades, Roger Gracie Black Belt
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Very cool video featuring Nic Gregoriades, a black belt under Roger Gracie. Check it out... http://vimeo.com/13725225 See you all on the mat! How has Gracie Jiu-Jitsu saved your life?
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We're going to soon film testimonials from many of our students and want to know more about why you and/or your child/family are training at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Kentucky. Please take some time to think about what motivated you to start taking Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. How has it changed/saved your life? What do you like most about our Academy? Let us know if you're interested in providing a testimonial. We'd like to video several from a diverse array of students. If you'd rather write us your thoughts that would be great, too. See you all on the mat! Engrenagem: Gracie Jiu Jitsu..Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Engrenagem: Gracie Jiu Jitsu..Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: "Back in the day, my professor Helio Gracie agreed to begin the first jiu jitsu federation in Brazil. The starting of that federation allowed..."
Master Pedro Sauer: Shin Slide Choke
Nice transition in this mount submission technique from Master Pedro Sauer:
Congrats on Recent Promotions
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We'd like to congratulate all who earned promotions recently. Chad Cunningham was promoted to purple belt, while students Brandon Hurst, Christopher Minks and Aaron Pedigo earned their blue belts. Achieving rank in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a huge accomplishment that doesn't come without personal sacrifice. The reward definitely outweighs everything, however, and we couldn't be more proud or honored to have you at our Academy. Keep training hard -- see you all on the mats! Rare Rickson Gracie Tournament Footage
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Here's a rare find on YouTube of Master Rickson Gracie competing in a sport jiu-jitsu match. Of course, it ends in submission. He wasn't looking for points, just seeking a solid position and then the submission. Imagine if every competitor had this mindset. Achieving Your Childhood Dreams
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Lots of good life lessons presented in this video. It's long, but definitely worth your time and attention: Carnegie Mellon Professor Randy Pausch (Oct. 23, 1960 - July 25, 2008) gave his last lecture at the university Sept. 18, 2007, before a packed McConomy Auditorium. In his moving presentation, "Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams," Pausch talked about his lessons learned and gave advice to students on how to achieve their own career and personal goals. Why Did Grandmaster Hélio Gracie Wear A Blue Belt?
Courtesy of Professor Pedro Valente of Gracie Miami:
I asked Grandmaster Hélio this question on his last trip to our academy in Miami and he explained that in the original Gracie Academy there were no belt level differentiations based on fighting skills. Belt colors were only awarded to distinguish instructors from students. In order to separate themselves from Judo instructors, who were teaching what they considered to be a limited sport for competition rather than a complete martial art, they didn't utilize the black belt. At that time, Gracie Academy instructors wore a light blue belt and head professors wore the dark blue. Only those who completed the professor's course under the Grandmaster himself could wear the dark blue belt.
With the creation of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu federation in 1967 by Elcio Leal Binda, the belt system of judo was adopted. In addition, a framework for sport jiu-jitsu, including a point system and weight divisions, which had never been accepted by Grandmasters Carlos and Helio before then, was established. As Judo was attracting a large following in Brazil under this sportive system, Grandmaster Helio agreed to give this structure a shot after being pressured by many of his students, who claimed that the inception of recreational jiu-jitsu tournaments would not have a negative effect on the art. In the early 1990's, Grandmaster Helio realized that the mutation of his art was a direct result of point jiu-jitsu competitions, and that red belts were being awarded without his consent by individuals who weren't even red belts themselves. For these reasons, he decided to return to his original blue belt as a form of protest and to separate himself from the federation and from sport jiu-jitsu. As a humble teacher, Grandmaster Hélio felt very comfortable wearing a belt that currently indicates the first level of learning as well as his favorite color. From the “all-out-war” training series: Carlinhos vs Feitosa
Thanks to www.graciemag.com for promoting this great match -- check out the sweet throw at the 5:27 mark:
David vs. GoliathNever stop moving! 2010 World Jiu-Jitsu Championships
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Wanted to let you know that you can follow the results of the 2010 World Jiu-Jitsu Championships live by checking out Gracie.com's blog at http://graciemagworlds.wordpress.com/. Kron Gracie is having a rematch with Sergio Moraes at some point today. Don't think today's matches are being live-streamed, but if someone knows then please post! See you all on the mat! Brian
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