The Journey is the Destination
By Flavio in : GB BJJ Instruction, GB BJJ Lifestyle, Leadership Thinking // Oct 17 2011
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”You are progressing on something and that’s what is is all about. You wanna keep moving, having a progress in your life!“ That’s me. Really tired seeking for a little oxygen on a few seconds break during one of my many matches against world champion Rafael Lovato Jr. I have always enjoyed happiness in working. [...]
GB Dana Point 2nd Year Anniversary
By Flavio in : Events & Activities, GB BJJ Lifestyle // Dec 22 2011
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Friends and families gathered at Gracie Barra Dana Point last December 11, 2011 not only to celebrate our 2nd year anniversary but also to pay tribute to our dear friend, Yousif. The event is a clear reminder that here in Gracie Barra, we don’t only train students to become strong, we also train their body, [...]
Prof. Ricardo Almeida at GB Dana Point
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Dec 22 2011
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Prof. Ricardo “Cachorrao” Almeida, the infamous brother of our very own Professor Flavio Almeida will be conducting a special No Gi Class this Saturday on Gracie Barra Dana Point from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. Prof. Ricardo Almeida is a third degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Renzo Gracie, and part of the Gracie Barra Combat Team. Almeida [...]
BJJ on Christmas Day
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Dec 13 2011
0What: BJJ Class on Christmas Day at GB Dana Point Mastering the Cross Guard with Prof. Flavio When: December 24, 2011 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am Where: Gracie Barra Dana Point 34085 PCH, Dana Point CA, 92629
Gracie Barra for Yousif Fundraising Event
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Dec 5 2011
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Gracie Barra will do a special class / fund raising event dedicated to our student Yousif, who just passed away. All of the proceeds for this event will go to Yousif’s Family to aid for the burial expenses. They are in need of help, and asking for anything you can afford. Below s the class schedule. [...]
Halloween and Parents Night Out at GB Dana Point
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 25 2011
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Come out all you Angels and Devils and join us for the Halloween Party 2011 at GB Dana Point on Friday, October 28 at 7pm – 9pm. At just $15 per kid, it’s time to set aside the mats, strategies and Jiu-Jitsu skills you have learned and share with us a Spooktacular night of just fun, fun, fun! [...]
GB Brisas Seminar with Prof Flavio Almeida
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 17 2011
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Prof Almeida teaches a great combination for the outside hook take down on a Seminar in GB Brisas Panama.
Letter from a Proud Professor
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 13 2011
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Dear Students, Parents and Friends, Our Family-Oriented BJJ Schools will have a major event this Saturday. The Gracie Barra Competition Network Tournament is typically an extraordinary party to celebrate the achievements of our team. We really recommend you getting involved as a competitor, coach, supporting staff or even just showing up to support your team mates. For [...]
Huge success for the launch of 3rd GB Instructors Certification Program
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 11 2011
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It’s 7:45 am in Irvine, California, and Gracie Barra headquarters is a good bit busier than usual for this time of the morning. About 40 people, all in GB uniform, have their notepads and pens in hand and are getting settled around the screen set up on the main, upper-level mat area. It’s early by [...]
Gracie Barra Brisas 1st Seminar
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 10 2011
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Three times world Champion Jiu-Jitsu Professor, Flavio Almeida will be conducting the very first seminar at Gracie Barra Brisas (Panama) this Saturday and would be back on Gracie Barra Dana Point to teach the following Monday. He looks forward to sharing his thoughts and experiences on BJJ for Sports, Business and Life with you guys. See you [...]
GB California Compnet 11 on Sat: No classes
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 10 2011
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To all students of GB Dana Point: No classes on Saturday, October 15 to give way to the GB California Compnet 11. It’s that time of year again! Gracie Barra is having its Fall tournament! This is an excellent opportunity for you to test your Jiu Jitsu game and we highly encourage everyone to compete regardless of [...]
Jiu-Jitsu Parents and Kids Class
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // Oct 6 2011
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Gracie Barra Dana Point, a family oriented martial art school specialized in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction invites all parents to join and learn BJJ skills from the Little Champions this saturday. Don’t miss the fun of learning self defense in a fun, fun way while spending the time with your family. See you this October 8 at [...]
I Don’t Believe in Talent
By Flavio in : BJJ Training Tips, Leadership Thinking // Oct 6 2011
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My path in Jiu-Jitsu has taught me many things. Everyday when I am wrapping up a class I keep thinking about the lessons students may have learned in class and my mind always travels back to my days as a ‘full time’ BJJ student. Class is about to end and students are lined up. I pretty much always feel like sharing some memories and lessons learned with them.
GB Leaders Meet over the Weekend
By Flavio in : Events & Activities // May 16 2011
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GRACIE BARRA LEADERS JOIN MARTIAL ARTS CONFERENCE This weekend, many of the Gracie Barra leaders form South California got together to participate on a martial arts business conference hosted by Championsway, the company who developed GBs school management software. Meeting the GB Team is always fun and productive regardless where and for what. Being so [...]
