The philosophy of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
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We don't define strength by winning or losing.
Strength is about cultivating a healthy body, refining one's character, and controlling one's mind.
It's not something that happens by chance; it can be learned through Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.
We don't define strength by winning or losing. Strength is about cultivating a healthy body, refining one's character, and controlling one's mind.
It's not something that happens by chance; it can be learned through Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.
Strength is not about overcoming obstacles.
To discipline oneself.
Protecting what needs to be protected.
Keeping your promises.
It has been in Japan since ancient times.
They share a common ideology.
Technology cannot surpass the state of mind.
Therefore, we first need to compose our minds.
Technology cannot surpass the state of mind.
Therefore, we first need to compose our minds.
The foundation of life,
Supporting physical and mental health
Exercise, eat, rest, sweat, and maintain a positive mindset.
That simple, repetitive act will refine your virtue and create happiness.
Exercise, eat, rest, sweat, and maintain a positive mindset.
That ordinary repetition,
Cultivate your virtue and create happiness.
Royce Gracie's philosophy on food
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What is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu developed after spreading from Japan to Brazil, and then from Brazil to the United States.
It changed its name and is now known as "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu," a name you've probably heard before.
Japan
Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda
A journey into mixed martial arts battles
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art developed by the Gracie family, who were trained by Mitsuyo Maeda, a Japanese judoka from the Meiji era. Maeda traveled the world in order to popularize judo, participating in mixed martial arts matches against boxers and professional wrestlers. After competing in over 1,000 matches around the world and achieving victories, he eventually moved to Brazil and taught Jiu-Jitsu to Carlos Gracie as a form of self-defense.
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Brazil
Martial artists Gracie family
It is taught as a form of self-defense.
The technique, systematized by Carlos's youngest brother, Helio Gracie, has since evolved into its own unique style known as "Gracie Jiu-Jitsu."
America
Martial artist Royce Gracie
Competing in the UFC, spreading Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
In September 1993, Helio's sixth son, Royce Gracie, who inherited his father's teachings, rose to prominence when he won the "Ultimate Fighting Championship" (now the UFC), an event held in a cage with rules that allowed anything except biting and eye gouging, by using chokeholds and joint locks as his weapons, despite being at a disadvantage in terms of physique.
America
Martial artist Royce Gracie
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu became a global sport.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, which incorporates elements of self-defense assuming an "anything goes" scenario, has established a training method that eliminates punching and kicking as a safe daily practice method. As a result, it has become a rule-based sport called Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is now one of the most popular martial arts worldwide.
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As the first branch in Japan
As the Gracie family's sport became more competitive,
We are concerned that the essence of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, which has always valued the effectiveness of self-defense—allowing those with less physical strength to protect themselves from the violence of opponents superior in muscle and physique—is being lost amidst the growing demand for higher physical capabilities. Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy Tokyo is the first branch in Japan to operate as part of the Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Network, which faithfully upholds the teachings of Helio Gracie.
The History of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu developed after spreading from Japan to Brazil, and then from Brazil to the United States.
It changed its name and is now known as "Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu," a name you've probably heard before.
1920
year
Carlos Gracie succession
Born in Belém , Pará . He received direct instruction in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Mitsuyo Maeda , who was close friends with his father, Gastão Gracie. Later, he opened a dojo in Rio de Janeiro and dedicated himself to promoting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
1970
year
Popularization of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-jitsu, which developed primarily through matches and tournaments, spread throughout the world as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ).
2000
year
Royce Gracie Academy Tokyo is born.
Instead of focusing on jiu-jitsu for competition, we are returning to the original Gracie jiu-jitsu, centered on self-defense, and creating an environment where people of all ages and genders can learn on equal footing.
1910
year
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Judo transmission
Mitsuyo Maeda (1878–1941) was a Kodokan judoka (7th dan) from Aomori Prefecture. He was known as "Conde Koma" (Count Koma) for his undefeated record of 2000 mixed martial arts matches around the world. He dedicated himself to the international spread of judo and is particularly known for teaching jiu-jitsu in Brazil, where he laid the foundation for Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.
1940
year
The birth of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
To make it usable even for those with a weaker physique, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu was perfected, emphasizing ground techniques, leverage, and positioning.
1993
year
Royce Gracie's proof of strength
He overcame the size difference to win in FC and proved to the world that Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a "self-defense technique that works in real combat."
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
About the basics
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Not "fighting jujutsu",
Because you can learn "Jiu-Jitsu for self-defense."
What you learn at our gym is not jiu-jitsu for winning matches.
Based on the original purpose of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, the origin of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which is self-defense, you will learn Jiu-Jitsu to protect yourself in everyday life.
Because the instruction is gradual and does not presuppose sparring, even those who are new to martial arts or who are worried about their physical fitness can participate without difficulty.
This is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class where everyone, regardless of age or experience, can learn on equal footing.
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The belt system has evolved in its own unique way.
Helio Gracie initially followed the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation's system of black and red belts for high-ranking practitioners, but he rebelled against the sportification of Jiu-Jitsu, the neglect of self-defense, and the haphazard promotion system, and returned the red belt he was wearing as a protest.
He returned to the unique system of the early Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy, which was intended to differentiate it from Judo (students wore white belts, instructors light blue belts, and masters navy blue belts), and in his later years he wore a navy blue belt.
This symbolizes a strong determination to protect "Jiu-Jitsu as a martial art" rather than just a "sport," and it is now carried on in Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu along with the "7-5-3 CODE."
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and
What are the differences between this and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
While many forms of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu have developed as a sport based on the premise of "winning matches,"
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is aimed at protecting yourself and your loved ones.
We avoid unnecessary strength contests and excessive sparring; instead, we teach self-defense techniques step by step.
That's why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a sport that even beginners can start with confidence, and that people of all ages and genders can enjoy and continue practicing for a long time.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
self-defense
You can learn self-defense techniques step by step.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Sports
The process has become more negotiated, and competition is intensifying.
What is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?
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