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Gracie jiu jitsu near Gilmore, MO is a self-defense martial art unlike any other. We at Gracie Barra O’Fallon are privileged to bring the skills and teachings of Carlos Gracie and Gracie jiu jitsu to men, women, and children in the Gilmore, MO area. With some of the top instructors in the Gracie jiu jitsu field, our Gilmore, MO programs are second to none. To learn Gracie jiu jitsu technique and skill as well as the spiritual and mental attributes of a master Gilmore, MO Gracie jiu jitsu martial artist, join us today. Sign up for a free class or learn more by calling us now at 636-544-36550
The term jiu jitsu has historically been used to describe a wide range of grappling-centered practices but now refers to the grappling-style martial art based in Japan. Through the practice of traditional Japanese jiu jitsu came the Brazilian jiu jitsu practice, which became popular over time after Carlos Gracie and his family got involved. The Gracie family produced several of the most skilled Brazilian jiu jitsu athletes and eventually founded the Gracie Barra school, trademarking the Gracie jiu jitsu name.
Today Gracie Barra schools near Gilmore and throughout the United States teach the practices of Gracie jiu jitsu to children, teens, and adults}. Gracie jiu jitsu in Gilmore, MO focuses on practical and graceful self-defense, including the ground grappling moves of jiu jitsu, judo throws, wrsetling take-downs, and muay thai kick boxing.
Gracie jiu jitsu allows for successful self=defense, even when you are much smaller than your larger, heavier opponent. The focus is on leverage, timing, and natural body movements, often using your opponent’s weight against them}. Gracie jiu jitsu differs from other martial arts taught in Gilmore, MO in that it does not rely on striking movements, but instead on locks, chokes, and takedowns.
Besides the techniques and types of moves used in Gracie jiu jitsu, the martial art is also distinct in its philosophy and as it relates to competition. The purpose of Gracie jiu jitsu is primarily for self-defense. The competitor’s goal is more about exercising confidence and poise and improving oneself than getting more points or beating your opponent. Carlos Gracie Jr. impressed upon the students of Gracie jiu jitsu the importance of a spiritual practice and other significant internal traits like confidence, humility, and self-improvement.
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Gracie jiu jitsu has deep roots and a fascinating history that spans generations and reaches across the globe. It starts with jiu jitsu. Jiu jitsu is a martial art practice that began in ancient times. The exact origins are not known, though many believe it began in India. However, components of jiu jitsu have been noted in the ancient cultures of Greece, China, Rome, and other regions. These elements were refined and developed into the practice we recognize today by the Japanese.
Gracie jiu jitsu, though, does not develop until after jiu jitsu moves from Japan to Brazil by way of one exceptional student of the art named Mitsuyu Maeda (who eventually came to be known as Count Coma). Count Coma traveled and practiced jiu jitsu around, finally making his way to Brazil. In 1914 Coma performs a jiu jitsu demonstration in Brazil, where Carlos Gracie first sees him. Carlos Gracie, who was a small-built boy of only 14 years at the time, became Count Coma’s jiu jitsu student.
Young Carlos Gracie trained under Count Coma, became a skilled martial artist, and eventually began his own school – the first Gracie jiu jitsu school. Carlos Gracie brought in his younger brothers and began teaching them Brazilian jiu jitsu through his school. This became known as Gracie jiu jitsu, and the family continued the tradition of teaching Gracie jiu jitsu and raising champion athletes throughout the next generations. When Carlos grew older, his younger brother Helio began taking over the Gracie jiu jitsu school, and subsequently, their sons started their own Gracie jiu jitsu schools and teachings.
In 1983, Carlos Gracie Jr. became Head Instructor of the Gracie Jiu Jitsu school. He was a nutrition student at university when his brother Rolls, also skilled in Gracie jiu jitsu, suddenly passed away in an accident. After that, Carlos Gracie Jr. continued teaching the family art, but moved to a new neighborhood called Barra de Tijuca, which is where the name Gracie Barra jiu jitsu comes from. From there, Gracie jiu jitsu becomes national in Brazil and eventually makes its way abroad to places like the United States in the year 2000. In 2005, Master Carlos Gracie Jr. moved to the United States, bringing the Gracie Barra headquarters with him. We are privileged to have Head Professor Mike Buckels with us at Gracie arra O’Fallon, who trained under Master Carlos Gracie Jr.
Gracie jiu jitsu is something that anyone can enjoy regardless of age, gender, body type, and skill level. Try Gracie jiu jitsu in Gilmore, MO on for size with Gilmore Gracie jiu jitsu classes at Gracie Barra O’Fallon. For more information or to sign up for your first class, check out our schedule or give us a call at 636-544-36550. See you on the mat!
6278 Ronald Reagan Dr,
Lake St Louis, MO 63367
Monday: 6-7:30am, 11am-9pm
Tuesday: 6-7:30am, 11am-9pm
Wednesday: 6-7:30am, 11am-9pm
Thursday: 6-7:30am, 11am-9pm
Friday: 6-7:30am, 11am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: Closed