26 Apr 2010

Following on from my previous post about jiu-jitsu animals, I was inspired by Georgette (who has sometimes used hedgehog imagery in her posts) to come up with this little sketch:


The Jiu-Jitsu Hedgehog

Following on from my previous post about jiu-jitsu animals , I was inspired by Georgette (who has sometimes used hedgehog imagery in her po...

21 Apr 2010


The Gracie family are synonymous with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. By now I'm sure everyone knows about the exploits of Helio, Carlson, Rickson, Royce, Roger etc etc. If not, then I recommend Kid Peligro's book, the Gracie Way as a good start. But what about the other members of this huge extended family? Do they train in the sport? Is their surname a burden or a door opener?

I wanted to find some really obscure Gracie fighters out there and perchance, I was also asked by a new BJJ website to write an article. The website is www.uk-bjj.com and my article, "10 Gracies Who You Probably Never Heard Of Before (but maybe should)" is up online now.

But before you click on it and read the article, here is a quick quiz:

  • Which member of the Gracie family is the only Gracie to win gold at this year's IBJJF Pan Jiu-Jitsu tournament?
  • Name two Gracies who have fought each other in an official BJJ tournament (there have been only two such vases that I know about)?  
  • Who co-wrote the Gracie Self Defence book alongside Royce and what is his lineage?
  •  Which Gracie is the only member to be recorded on tape 'losing' a Gracie challenge fight?
  •  Who is Rorion Gracie's daughter Rose married to?

Cheers!

10 Gracies You Probably Never Heard of Before

The Gracie family are synonymous with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. By now I'm sure everyone knows about the exploits of Helio, Carlson, Ric...

19 Apr 2010

TUFF Fightwear, based in Kent, UK, have done something I thought was impossible - a sub £40 BJJ uniform that is actually very good. Here is my full review based on an A2 gi. Newcomers may wish to check out my What Gi Should I Buy article.




Gi Review: TUFF Fightwear Lightweight BJJ Kimono

TUFF Fightwear, based in Kent, UK, have done something I thought was impossible - a sub £40 BJJ uniform that is actually very good. Here is...

14 Apr 2010

Last night I visited the High Wycombe branch of Kevin Capel's Roger Gracie Academy Buckinghamshire (more commonly referred to as RGA Bucks). I've been meaning to visit for a number of reasons, mainly because Kev is an instructor who I very much admire and aspire to be like (small, light and very technical) and to also hook up with fellow blogger Slidey, who trains there (although is due to leave for Birmingham next week). I had a blast at the academy and Kev has built up an ace place to train BJJ with a very relaxed and friendly environment. So here's the latest report in my occasional visits to nosey around at other BJJ academies in the UK...

Academy Tour - Roger Gracie Buckinghamshire (RGA bucks)

Last night I visited the High Wycombe branch of Kevin Capel's Roger Gracie Academy Buckinghamshire (more commonly referred to as RGA Bu...

12 Apr 2010



This is me without a gi and belt. I mean what a lot of crap I have to wear just to protect my puny and fragile being (not flattering I do apologise!). From the top down, we're talking ear guard, mouth guard, elbow support, groin guard, knee pads, ankle support and more often than not (though not pictured) copious finger tape.

Of course most of this is not allowed in competition. I wonder how much of this gear I actually really need? Maybe they are my security blankets?

Take the ear guards for instance. The actual likelihood of getting caulied in the ear is very rare for me. I did not wear ear protectors for the first five years and all I got were just a little sore ears, but nothing major. So do I really need them?

And gum shields. I did bite my tongue once and it bled horribly, but it was a one off I reckon. Rash guards? groin guards etc etc....all excess baggage I think.

So when it comes to tournament time, shedding all that baggage and just donning my gi and belt (and gum shield) is very liberating indeed.

How much baggage do you bring to the dojo?

The Naked Grappler

This is me without a gi and belt. I mean what a lot of crap I have to wear just to protect my puny and fragile being (not flattering I do ...

8 Apr 2010

Two major events are happening this weekend. The first is the IBJJF Pans - the world's biggest BJJ tournament with over 2,600 competitors. Good luck to all my BJJ friends who are taking part in this. Some brackets have over one hundred fighters, so you can imagine how many rounds it would take just to reach medal contention.

Also this weekend is UFC 112. I don't normally follow MMA but with the line-up including Renzo Gracie v Matt Hughes, Anderson Silva v Demien Maia and Brits Dan Hardy and Nick Osipczak, it promises to be a mouthwateringly exciting event. Shame I won't get to see either (well I might get to sneak some Pan viewing in on Sunday when it streams live).

Tuf fighters and Margarida wrists

Two major events are happening this weekend. The first is the IBJJF Pans - the world's biggest BJJ tournament with over 2,600 competitor...

7 Apr 2010


The wife and I were talking about our summer holiday plans for this year. Greece was mentioned, Spain, Portugal etc. Basically anywhere cheap, hot, full board and kiddie friendly. Actually, that's what she was talking about, my mind was elsewhere...

My Completely Imaginary World BJJ Tour

The wife and I were talking about our summer holiday plans for this year. Greece was mentioned, Spain, Portugal etc. Basically anywhere c...

5 Apr 2010

This is gonna be flipping awesome...


Andre Galvao in London!!!!

This is gonna be flipping awesome...

1 Apr 2010

Each month I post a short interview with interesting BJJ people I meet on the UK scene. For April 2010 ladies and gentlemen, I bring you the very excellent: Leoni Munslow.



Fighter Profile: Leoni Munslow

Each month I post a short interview with interesting BJJ people I meet on the UK scene. For April 2010 ladies and gentlemen, I bring you the...

 

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