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are there any gracie jiu jitsu buildings in alabama
g3mma (8/25/2025 9:08 PM)
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Please search the "Locations" tab.
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is jiu jistu harder for kids
g3mma (8/25/2025 9:05 PM)
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Not the way we teach it.
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Hola tienen material de estudio en español?? soy nuevo
FEDEAB (8/21/2025 4:25 PM)
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Aun no...not yet.
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Good day! How can one schedule a session with a Gracie University live evaluator and when should that be? Thank you.
King0411 (8/8/2025 9:52 PM)
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Contact our CTC Support office. They will be able to provide you with locations that have certified evaluators or provide you with a list of instructors who could travel to you.
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When would you recommend, for a white belt, to start rolling? (after so many classes, techniques, etc)
Landen2112 (8/5/2025 7:08 AM)
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Our policy is that white belts don't roll until they've mastered the GC techniques - which means once they've earned the belt. You can, however, increase resistance during your drills and work the fight simulation drill with higher intensity. Both of these approaches will keep you focused on the techniques. Free sparring introduces too many variables for you to deal with that will undermine your confidence in the fundamentals before you have mastered them.
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I have karate background and have a slightly different way of getting up in base that essentially results in the same thing. Would it be incorrect if I employed it during the test, would I lose points?
Richard A (7/4/2025 2:22 PM)
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You can't go wrong by doing it exactly as taught in the course.
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Is the free lifetime combatives classes at a CTC still ongoing for people that receive their combatives rank?
(6/18/2025 9:58 PM)
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Check with your local CTC.
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I purchased the Gracie Combatives years ago, would I have to purchase the new 2.0 version to test out for the combatives belt?
J Elmo (6/18/2025 2:18 PM)
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It's time to upgrade.
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If I am only practicing the solo drills, would I still count each session towards stripes on my white belt?
Daudi (5/30/2025 9:01 PM)
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You can practice the entire lesson in solo mode, not just the solo drills. Completion of the lesson earns step toward a stripe.
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“Begin with the end in mind.” Well this poses a question. If someone is training from home how do they test?
Mtirado17 (5/25/2025 11:36 AM)
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You'll have to attend a certified training center or schedule a session with a Gracie University live evaluator.
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I am 70 years old and I've had some pretty bad knee injuries. My knees only bend about 90°. I cannot get down into a full mount. Any suggestions?
EdBud (5/18/2025 12:36 PM)
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Congratulations for being on the mat! Do the best you can with what you've got. Modify the position until you can find a comfortable point at which you can maintain some control.
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Do you offer a book that goes along with the combatives program?
EdBud (5/18/2025 3:09 AM)
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No. We considered it years ago, but in the digital age we found little demand for it.
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I have a serius problem finding a partner to practice gracie combatives. I am thinking of using a grappling dummy. Could I eventually learn something?
(5/12/2025 6:18 AM)
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You'll need a live partner to really learn the moves. The feel and feedback are essential.
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I Noticed you have the Brown to Black Belt curriculum up with a coming soon announcement. Is there an ETA for the course to come out yet?
Essaconn (5/4/2025 2:28 AM)
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Not yet.
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If I am a blue belt under another school would I go though them once or 3 times before testing
hosseirdanger (4/26/2025 1:43 PM)
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We have a "fast track" option at our Certified Training Centers. If you're training at home, test when you can reflexively execute the techniques with accuracy.
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Hi there, I was wondering if we have to subscribe for the Gracie Combative monthly or can we just order the whole course? And is there a specific timeline to accomplish this or is it on our schedule?
(4/10/2025 6:36 AM)
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It's only offered through subscription now.
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I love the idea of the linear progression. What advice would you give while I join a CTC and I'm joining in the middle of the curriculum, like on lesson 20 without having seen any of the lessons prior? Should I just be trying to supplement between classes with online content to catch up?
invictuside (3/24/2025 6:17 PM)
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Yes.
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Hello,
where are you guys located ?
I would like to come there for long tlme training.
Let me know please.
Thank you. Namasté 🙏
Thierry60 (3/15/2025 5:27 AM)
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2440 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501
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Working on this Program currently. I was curious, are there plans to update the blue belt strip 1-4, or if we finish this course are we okay to purchase that program?
Essaconn (2/19/2025 1:53 PM)
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Yes, purchase the Blue Belt courses.
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I will struggle to find a partner, hoping my girlfriend will join me eventually but not holding my breath. In the meantime i am training jiu jitsu already 2/3 times a week at a local dojo. Without a partner for the course but consistent training is it as beneficial to have these lessons, like solo learning and trying to apply it in sparring and bjj sessions without having had partner to drill the lessons with. Thank you, I find your method of teaching very clear which is why I am interested.
MadTinGz (1/27/2025 4:37 AM)
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Thank you! Good luck with your search.
Gracie University 1
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Should base getup be practiced on both sides or just my dominate side?
Treble
Adriaan Stephanus Kn (1/12/2025 11:11 AM)
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Practice both sides. You can usually pick a side, but sometimes it's more efficient to use one over the other.
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How do I know whether to use the clinch or double leg takedown against an aggressive opponent? Is the choice mine, or are there more specific indicators from the BG? Thanks to all of you for your efforts.
pm1978 (11/28/2024 1:16 AM)
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The clinch is preferred because it enables you to take the BG down directly to mount. We use the double leg when the BG's hands are in the way - most likely because they're ready to punch and closing the distance directly to the clinch appears risky. The double leg allows you to slip in under the guns, but then you have to move north to gain side control and/or mount.
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I just started Gracie jiu jitsu any tips to help me get my combatives belt easier possibly faster
Kjordan (11/10/2024 8:55 AM)
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We've found that those who rush the training tend not to develop lasting reflexes or deep understanding of the techniques. That's why we set a minimum time for promotion eligibility. As for making it easier to pass the test, study the lessons, take notes, and practice, practice, practice.
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How dangerous do you think a punch within the 3-4 scale is if thrown by a man against a woman? I know the aim is to train to minimise that scale, but asking because I have zero expectation of what that might feel like in real life. Having never been punched by man (or woman!), and since it's not something you could train to feel, it would be good to have some sort of idea of what that might feel like. I'm imagining a level 4 punch could still make you very dizzy and cloudy?
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Punches at the high end of this level could leave you with a bruise/black eye, bloody nose, split lip, and maybe a chipped tooth, but they won't leave you unconscious or out of breath.
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Should base getup be practiced on both sides or just my dominate side?
Treble (10/17/2024 12:22 PM)
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You can usually choose a side, but it's an easy move and good exercise, so practice on both sides.
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Why is there no lesson for the situation when the Bad Guy starts the fight with a kick? Is it not so common? Is it addressed in the master cycle?
Niklas Meier (10/9/2024 11:33 AM)
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It's uncommon, and the two arm distance management and distance closing techniques apply to both kicks and punches. We address a few specific kick counters in the Master Cycle, but your best defense is stay just out of range, then achieve the clinch as the kick retracts.
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Not really a question, just thanks! Twenty years ago I trained Filipino Martial Arts, Muay Thai, along with some BJJ. Last night, at the gym, I got on the mat for the first time in two decades. I practiced base get-up, shrimp and break falls. It went well! Looking forward to training again. Onward!
Treble (10/3/2024 10:04 AM)
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Good for you! We've found no other martial art allows your body to train as you age as well as jiu-jitsu.
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I am 35 years old from Australia. I am starting my journey with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu on Gracie University and am also visiting a local Gracie JJS tomorrow to learn the principles and practise the basics. Wish me luck )
Leonhart989 (10/1/2024 8:32 AM)
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Have fun and stick to the fundamentals!
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I am a very competitive athlete.. I play all sports. Although, I am a beginner in this combative sport. What is the difference between Beginner program and the Empowering Women program?
Shantel Cote (9/30/2024 2:06 PM)
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Both programs are self-defense focused - not sport applications. The Gracie Combatives program addresses a generic street fight while Women Empowered focuses on countering sexual assault.
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Hello there,
after being finally able to visit a few CTCs including Headquarters I have 2 questions:
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in CTCs there are two Techniques taught in a lesson. One standing and one on the ground. For Example the Leg Hook Takedown with the Trap and Roll for day one.
The recommended Training schedule for the online classes, just do one lesson a day and the leg hook Takedown is introduced for the first time on the 9. day.
I train mainly at home. And only be able to make it to a CTC in Düsseldorf Germany for two classes a month.
Should i use the same class structure from the ctcs at home or follow the recommended training Schedule from the PDF?
What would be the most ideal order for someone taking just private lessons for example?
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Why are the combative videos filmed in No-Gi and the combatives Classes in CTCs are done Gi?
Best Regards from Germany.
Niklas
P.S.:
I had a great time in the CTCs and hope to do my combatives Test in Düsseldorf Germany next year.
Niklas Meier (9/30/2024 8:17 AM)
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1. The online course is based on the optimal progression. The CTC curricula must accommodate students at all stages of the journey to award of the Gracie Combatives belt, so the sequence and pairing for standing/ground lessons is differently organized. You should follow the online sequence. 2. For group classes, the white gi promotes uniformity, cleanliness, and comfort, not to mention that it is the traditional uniform for jiu-jitsu instruction as taught at the original Gracie Academy.
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I'm a TCOLE certified instructor in Texas and would love to learn this and then teach a combative class for LEO out in this area due to no classes be out here. Any recommendations as far as further training certifications?
Randerson0591 (9/27/2024 5:51 PM)
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Look into our Gracie Survival Tactics instructor program. As an alternative, start a Gracie Garage and recruit fellow LEOs to join you. Ideally, convince your organization to import the GST program into their training and volunteer to take the lead in setting it up. If your organization lacks the personnel or funds, then consider partnering with regional LEOs.
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@Tommy. 52 here and about to get my third white belt stripe. Were the perfect age for this!
Dean Houser (9/25/2024 12:34 AM)
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We think every age is perfect for Gracie jiu-jitsu!
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