Great video. Gracie University is sharing the Knowledge with the world. What a gift it is when someone is willing to share what they know and even more amazing to see a community come together and share in the Art.
let them , but at least they can share the art. I wish Rickson can do the same, it will be the best if he has a full structured curriculum done by him.
I have spent 14 years in the sportive BJJ realm, but began under a Gracie Academy certified instructor. After ordering their program to revisit the self defense aspect last year, I assert that this is the single best way to get a solid foundation in the art. That foundation can stand on its own, or provide an unbelievably excellent gateway to pursuing the more sportive BJJ taught in most school today, if one so chooses. Best instruction around.
Paulo - - couldn't agree more. I trained some (nowhere near as much as you) at other schools and didn't learn basic headlock defenses, punch defenses, etc until GU. I was one of those awful people that "earned" his blue belt online before the switch. I have always been uneasy about it and still am, but was stunned at how in depth and accurate my evaluation was from the grader of my video. He pointed out errors that I didn't see despite reviewing it several times before submitting it. He also noticed my deliberate conviction when applying the techniques. I tried to give each move some "pop" to the extent that precision didn't suffer. They very much noticed that.
My friend and I got our Blue Belts with them and flew to Cali and spent a week at their academy. Rener was gone but Ryron was there and they (the academy)could not have been more accommodating. I am glad this guy had a great experience like we did.
Let's be honest. Most of the criticism the Gracie's get is for the sin of being successful, both technically and financially. Jealousy and ego are terrible things to carry around in life....
@@djlane522 Rickson took issue with giving out real blue belts online. Rener changed it and now BOTH Rickson and Pedro Sauer approve of what Rener is doing. Video with Rickson, Pedro, Ryron and Rener: ruclips.net/video/keRaWLVOuPQ/видео.html
Everyone has the freedom to choose how they want to learn Jiu jitsu. Someone learning via Gracie University can effectively defend themselves against an attacker. The whole concept of this is to get Jiu jitsu into the hands of those that want it. Who cares if they can train in an academy down the road. Not everyone wants that. Is it wrong to give them another choice? Is it wrong that some people get their schooling done online? It's all about the freedom of choice.
I think its funny in a way and kind of sad also that the Gracie haters come out. They cannot argue the effectiveness of Jiu-jitsu anymore so they bash the Gracies for making a living off it...lol You mean kinda like the McDojo Karate/Akidio/TDK/JKD bullshit has been making a killing off you assholes for years? Selling you some mystical garbage that will get you killed in a real fight. At least Jiu-jitsu works in real fights. If they can help people and make a living at the same time then why not? Most of you are just pissed that you have been wasting most of your lives training something useless.
dragonballjiujitsu Dude haters are gonna hate. My wife and I are training in the Gracie combatives program ( I have trained in actual BJJ academies my self) and let me tell you the techniques are legitimate and effective. let the lame haters be haters. train hard amigo!
As someone who lives in the country who has no BJJ option within 2 hours drive this guys case is exactly where I find myself (although he has clearly already solved the problem).. I will be starting GU soon, I need to create a space for sparring and find local people interested first.. For those out there naysaying, the guys shown in the video have used the GU knowledge themselves to train interpersonally (in person) using online knowledge; the only missing piece is a physical black belt instructor nearby, they do however have rolling partners and they learn from each other as they go, very impressive leadership shown by the individual who started the at-home gym.
I have been considering this online program and this video and others have convinced me to start. I think the program has matured to the point where we are seeing people who have been at it awhile and are on par with people who are training with a live instructor. I'm sure there are examples that prove the opposite. But anyone who has trained in a dojo knows plenty of people don't make it there either. It comes down to attitude and desire.
Some interesting debate here. From my personal experience (learning only from RUclips and applying myself) online information works, with reflection and repetition. Could I beat a blue belt at your school? Maybe not. Could I defeat an unarmed, single opponent in a street fight? Confidently, yes. I can apply sufficient pressure to put someone unconscious with a front and back choke; Sufficient leverage to break an arm, wrench a double wrist lock, and twist a heel the wrong way. I can defend such manoeuvres. I can also escape mount, side control and back control against larger, taller and heavier opponents. Such basics, intermittently "training" and spontaneous in nature, has taken me 5 years to somewhat "master" (though, of course, I am no blackbelt). Gracie Breakdown has been a platform where I have probably learn't the most.
+Adam James Emelianenko I started GJJ two months ago at a Gracie Garage with a blue belt holder that studied at the Torrance Academy. I see it's hard to just watch the videos only since you need someone with experience to tell you the right and wrong ways of doing it plus you get some extra insider tips. The video help you prepare for the class but you definitely need an experienced blue belt to lead the way.
I recommend the online classes, particularly as supplement. I did the Gracie Combatives (BB curriculum) online with friends at my house. I also simultaneously trained at a local BJJ school (unaffiliated). I can say that every video lesson noticeably improved my technique. I have a great in-person teacher but the instruction on the Gracie videos is truly excellent. The details are amazing. I earned my Blue Belt from my local school. On vacation, I also trained for a couple of weeks at a what was a Gracie Garage that had just turned into a certified training center. The guys there rolled really well and were equal in skill to the fellas I trained with locally. The cool thing about the online only students was that their technique was near flawless and used no brute strength. Some of the guys as my school often rely on explosiveness and force.
Hi Reginald, Rener did this video about 7 years ago and now I’m about to turn 50. I was having a look at it for one of the first times, I had a laugh at some of the comments and thinking most of these kids are lazy and have had Jiujitsu handed to them. I have trained almost twice daily for 11 years in Jiujitsu, I have studied lessons daily, traveled, had countless training partners sparred 4/5 times a week. I did start the martial arts back in 1985 so I already had the discipline to train hard, sorry it’s soft in Jiujitsu ha ha. I saw your recent comment and thought I’d reply for the first time in this RUclips video. Since that video I have opened up a CTC school, traveled to GU in Torrance CA over 10 times, received my brown belt in July 19. GU has given me/us a path like no other. I have grappled with many great Jiujitsu fighters, purple to black and have always felt more than capable. If you are remote ‘like me’ you can still advance to a high level, you just need to be willing to never give up. Here is our web site www.gracieuniversity.com/shepparton or go to our face book page and check us out. Gracie Jiujitsu Shepparton. Hope you have an amazing journey also. Kind Regards Scott
When you say "some hate it" what you mean is Uncle Royce hates it. Nobody likes Royce or respects his opinion. Everyone else is fine with GU. If people are learning BJJ (especially people that don't live in Brazil or near big schools like Torrance), what's the problem? Keep it playful.
I think its an amazing idea. I teach Filipino Martial Arts as well as Kenpo and I am going to be signing up for the Gracie university program because I believe in the effectiveness of the art and academic approach to the system.
I dont see a problem with learning jiu jitsu from an online stand point. I think everyone learns differently and the more accessible you can make jiu jitsu the better.
Great video, I've been watching some of the Gracie videos and have been really impressed by the thinking/philosophy behind their teaching. I don't have any training in any martial art. I would really love to attend some classes. Unfortunately there are no Gracie classes (I don't think) in Hobart (Tasmania, Australia). Can anyone suggest good classes in Jiu-Jitsu for me in or around Hobart? Thanks
some ppl just cant afford martial arts period, like me. i admit, i cant even afford the dvds and was left with having to find a way to download them, but when i got to hang out with a cousin who lived far away and went to a gracie barra, i was at least able to hold my own. also just getting ppl over to train was awesome bcuz i made new friends and got to hang out often.
I train at a gym, but I supplement that with watching videos from the online university. There is no doubt in my mind that someone can learn Jiu Jitsu from home so long as they go to a gym when they can. The level of detail, and the organized lesson plans allow people to learn from home as long as they have a partner and are dedicated. Don't be close minded to new ideas. "The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones." -John Maynard Keynes
One thing that should be added to this whole debate is that the Gracie CTC's test for Blue Belt on a peer reviewed system. If you train at a CTC, your test is still video recorded and uploaded to the network of testers (which are other ctc certified instructors) for evaluation based on the performance of the moves. Your instructor doesn't pass or fail you, others who don't know you grade you. So whether you test online or at a ctc, you will be evaluated via video by the testing team. This means there is less bias, your instructor can't promote you just because he likes you or thinks you work hard, you must know the moves asked for. It eliminates the belt factory effect. It also means, you could be great at other moves and dominate on the mat, but if you don't know the moves on the test, you won't pass rank. Your rolling ability doesn't play into it and it also means they can't feel your pressure or tightness, just interpret from what they see. However, the instructor wouldn't probably wouldn't advise you to shoot the test if he didn't think you were ready. This is only for the blue belt, not for higher ranks as I understand it. It's an interesting testing model that has upsides and downs, but I think it fits the purpose of the G. combatives training. I'd like to see people in other BJJ organizations discuss and consider the model. Just thought people should know as I saw some misconception below.
Bingo Todd! I've said it a few times on this page. My evaluation and comments from my tester were incredible. He noticed errors that I made that I never saw despite reviewing it several times before submission. I thought I made at least a 96% but made a 92%. Their feedback was very detailed. They also noticed my conviction with application of the moves. I tried to give each technique some "pop" and they commented on this as well.
I had the same problem as this guy and when I found Gracie university I was so happy. Me and a few buddies of mine have been using it to train for around 6 months. Not everyone lives in places where Jiu-Jitsu is prevalent. The closest Gracie training center to me is 4 hours away.
To answer the question in the title: No. Its promoting Jiu Jitsu, Self Defense, self improvement and helping your fellow man, woman or child. Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and indeed any other reputable, effective martial art fits that description to a "T" and is journey worth undertaking for anyone who wishes. I watched and listened to this video 3 times to make absolutely sure I didn't miss anything. There is NO mention whatsoever of Sales, Income creation or anything even remotely related to it. The ONLY portion which could be construed as such it the FUTURE goal of opening a Certified Training Center. What is also discussed is the currently operating Gracie Garage, and its members and their children. ALL of which is FREE to the members, and participants. SO: To those who rail and cry and whine about "selling a product", or "propaganda", or "on line belts", or "making income" or other such Socialist crap: Stick to being a keyboard commando and take it somewhere else. You contribute nothing to society except negativity and ignorance of the topic in general. Shut up, go away and spew your venom and hate to your cronies and live your sad tiny lives as you wish. Just leave reasonable, intelligent people out of it entirely. THAT should be relatively easy for you lot, considering what you do on sites like this all the time.
People can say what they want but I signed up for GU and what i learn from that has greatly improved my ground game. GU maybe not be for everyone but it's resource of valuable information.Just from the free section alone my skills have improved.
I totally agree... if i had someone to train with (who had a garage) I'd do exactly the same. I'm on the Gracie Uni myself... fired out a few messages to see if anyone else in my area would be interested... but alas no. So for me, I'm doing the Combatives on my own for now. I'm injured at the moment from a class I took a couple of weeks ago. But now I'm just going to carry on with it online by myself. **cue violins** ;) ;)
i just want to say- that as a martial artist for over a decade and a half.... i have become a WAY better grappler after watching and training with this info... Rener and Ryron have become a couple of the best instructors that i have never met... being in a traditional setting, in a dojo, with "sensei's"...... i have done my share of training...... despite what alot of skeptics say- this is a wonderful tool, like online Colleges, to improve yourself as a student of the martial arts.... if you can get the info- stay true to the curriculum... this information is PRICELESS to say the least.
I began studying Gracie Jiu-jitsu in the 90s from the original instructional tapes provided by the academy in Torrance. After practicing the techniques on the tapes and working them live with training partners, I attended a week long camp in the Poconos taught by Rorion, Royce and Grandmaster Helio himself where I was awarded my blue belt. If learning from video wasn't possible, my blue belt wouldn't have been possible. I certainly couldn't have learned all that in a week, no matter who was teaching it.
This is good for people that have no access to a real academy but the reality is u cannot beat real training with a legit black belt because there are details a video doesn't provide and there is no one to ask if u have questions unless u have a teacher! Eaither way it's better then not training at all
No, it's a great tool. I first learned by downloading and watching Rorion and Royce instructionals and that was years ago and I still refer to them for some stuff
I agree alanguages. I will say that I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate and detailed my evaluation was when I tested online. Despite being a little skeptical deep down, I did it this way because A) I was curious and B) I didn't have another option - - I had to train early in the AM or not at all. The curriculum is great, detailed, and places emphasis on street self-defense. I trained at other schools before starting GU and it wasn't until GU that I learned how to get out of a head lock, defend from punches while in vulnerable positions, etc. I think the adaption for testing just solidifies what they were already building
Either way, a proven martial arts resource is out there showing basic self defence. I don't see the problem, yes the ones who train in the centre may be better because they do more hours and have more experienced people to roll with etc... but it may save a life on the street either way.
Rener and Royler run the online learning and teaching of gracie combatives and anyone who knows anything about these two guys would know that their priority is to teach people the art of jiu-jitsu not money. It's their life, their history, and their passions. Not everyone has a univeristy near them, these online videos in the gracie combatives program are highly detailed there's no reason anhyone should have problems learning from it. I do it myself and have successfully won fights and defended myself when had to. Before you judge them, know what they're truly about. Keep it real!
A great testament to the benefits and effectiveness of GJJ. I'm a 54 year old white belt learning to survive and humbled by the people I train and learn with. I'm excited with the journey I'm on. Thanks Gracie Academy
As a pure GU student I say its an incredible platform to learn jiu jitsu .. I wouldn't have been able to access GJJ otherwise . Last year I was finally able to join a jiu jitsu club that's in the next city to me and being honest the quality of GU is even better and its just catered to make you get a full understanding of techniques etc ... So please if u didn't try it out don't judge it also they added new system to make sure not anyone can get belt promotions which also hopefully shows you it is actually a legit thing and in my opinion even better than most jiu jitsu clubs out there
I definitely appreciate that they moved the testing for belt promotions to on-site only. There are factors that just can't be measured in a video (timing, conditioning etc.). They are on the right track with that in my opinion. The instruction is also of a very high quality, some of the best attention to detail on techniques I have ever seen. All that being said, I still prefer training at my school, in person, on the mat, with my BJJ family. However, I won't diss those who are training like this until I roll with one of them and find their skills deficient. Once I have that hands on experience, I will form my opinion, otherwise I am just being hypocritical (judging whether the program is good by watching videos on youtube, when we are saying the program isn't good because it's only videos). I think this is all a learning experience even for the Gracie's right now and in the end, honestly, I hope they get it right because all that would mean is more students, more tournaments, more attention and overall more people finding the good life through BJJ like so many of us have.
I am one that has been drawn to Gracie Jiu Jitsu. I believe one of the Gracies should go down there for at least one week to instruct the students so it shows there are wanting to promote their art. And help this man more to spread there teaching of jujitsu. Much respect to this man making an effort to learn.
I dont understand people, if someone gets a blue, purple belt online it does not diminish the value of YOUR belt.What do you tell someone who lives 2-4 hours aways from a BJJ school? '' Sorry Helio's dream isn't for you'' or "Move" Really. Gracie university isn't perfect no system is but its a solution for people who don't have a certified school near them or work impossible hours to train. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand the need for online learning unless you live in this bubble where you think everyone lives in a big city.
Who cares what anyone else thinks about GU or training from online videos? If you like it, do it. If its not for you, then don't. All systems are artificial at some point. Rank in any system is a form of commercialization, period. But there is nothing wrong with that nor is there anything wrong with use modern means to learn anything. All that matters is that you learn.
True. I would prefer to train at a school but life has given me other priorities - especially during the evening hours. I have to train early in the AM and also want a primarily self-def game, so GU is for me. I also respond better to a more structured curriculum.
On another note, I am glad GU is offering these online programs. Its good stuff and sure beats the hell out of the prices that most BJJ schools are charging around the country. Most schools that I have been at ask 200-300 a month which is ridiculous. The sham isn't GU, its those prices that every BJJ brown or purple belt who owns a school charges for their self inflated worth.
Much respect for Scott and all the Gracie University students. Many people undervalue the amount of dedication that you need to study GJJ through GU. It is important to understand that GU students have to practice with other guys anyway. The computer is only a tool not a training partner. Yes, is probably much safer than train in a BJJ school but what's wrong with it? It is not a matter of where you practice, is a matter of what you learn. GU shares something that could safe lifes around the world and I think the Gracie brothers are doing it at the best way possible.
Excellent video, thank you for posting! I am 43 years old and you and I have the same background in the martial arts. I was looking into enrolling into Gracie University. You answered a lot of the questions that I had been asking myself. I am impressed with your background and also with you discipline.
I have been very critical of the Gracie Academy. I used to be a blind follower and after really watching a few of their videos and listening ot what they were saying, i realized that I don't agree with them 100%. I've come to understand this is OK, that I am not the blind sheep kind of person and it actually helps me understand BJJ a lot better. As far as the online learning, I don't see why people complain about it? It's another way to learn. We are almost 100% digital now and here's whats funny, in five years, others will be doing it and calling themselves the first ones to do it.The students who do the online learning should take it one step further and enter local tournaments. They should test themselves by driving a few hours to roll with a full on school.Truth be told? I've been to some schools that had a BB instructor and he was crap. I've been to some schools that had a blue belt coach and he was super legit. How you learn isn't as important as applying what you've learned. Oss!
everyone is so caught up with belt promotions and status. the belt i respect are those that exhibit real belt status expertise. people can spend x amount of hours refining the techniques but not really apply it in live roll is like a person learning to shoot a gun for self defense but not going to a live range to practice under stressfull situations. thats why its important to go live and roll in real situations. to put the reps in perspective. im a former fighter an ex muay thai and ametuer mma fighter. i put many hours on hitting the pad and light 50-60% sparring with fellow camp members. it wasnt till my very first smoker fight in my career that thought me alot about recollecting everything i learned and apply it during a stressfull fast paced situation. and thats what Gracie University is about. I come from a garppling nogi sub only background. but GU helps people to take baby steps. crawl, walk and then run. GU teaches real combative situations you will encounter 80% of the time out in the real world with untrained people. GU combatives through rapid exercise help create second nature muscle memory reactions. (fight or flight being your first natural reaction). if one does repetitive practice and incorporating live roll at times once a week. that person not only has muscle retention with what is learned but is more likely to succeed in real live situations. i can never forget growing up watching many TKD instructors live sparring and having that wide eyed scared look in their eyea when everything they preached didnt translate on the floor. train train. go live. train. stay fit. be passionate and remain hungry.. quick advice tho. squeeze some no gi sessions. lots of grip and pull with gi. up your game with no gi and add more to your arsenal with squeeze and pinch. GU works and anyone who tells you otherwise because its online are just mad they didnt start that way. oss
I love how people say you can't learn, if it's online. what about real colleges offering online classes. Do you not get your degree, because you took some online classes...? YES!!!!! YES YOU do. I'll make it even hard for people to think the Gracie University doesn't work. Before the internet, when I was a child, before 1993 when we haven't even heard of GJJ/BJJ. I learned from the Black Belt Magazine, if you're a little bit older, you know what I'm talking to. I learn how to get out of a head lock, picture by picture and I did use it in the locker room in 8th grade and it worked! I am a Police Officer, I am a Gracie University member and if you can learn from a book or magazine, you can learn from online. where do you go when you have a simple ques you don't know the answer to.....online. If you are lucky even to be able to attend a Gracie Academy in real life, then you're a lucky person. Don't knock the people who don't have a chance to go to any school, but are able to at least learn from the best instructors (Gracies) in the world via the Internet. It's sad but true, when you are the best there are some nasty people out there who will always come for you. It will happen in a tournament when a big named grappler loses to a Gracie University student, mark my words.
Anyone in Charlotte North Carolina area a Gracie university student? Or certified Combatives belt/Blue belt? Myself and two other individuals are interested in starting up
Gracie university is just the best thing they I've ever seen in my whole life. If it wasn't for them, I would be fucked right now because I have nowhere to train. I can train in home with my partners. And that's amazing. Online classes. Awesome.
I don't think it's ruining jiu jitsu! Anytime access to your learning course, you can go over and over until your ready for the next technique. Especially if don't have any schools that teach original Gracie jiu jitsu you can learn from this 👍🤙
It's funny as I watch this ridiculous controversy over live learning vs. video learning continues ENDLESSLY. What I sense is an odd jealousy by those who attend an actual school, that somehow they're better at what they do. It's strange how the humility aspect of the art has been sorely forgotten. I'm not sure why this is even an issue. It's no skin off their back if someone chooses to learn by another means. I was actively trained by over 10 martial artists in traditional and modern martial arts schools for 15 years. At that point, desiring to learn a style that wasn't available in my area, I started VHS study and was quite successful advancing steadily. Is everyone capable of learning without an instructor? Probably not. But for many like myself, and this guy in the video presented here, it's entirely possible. For those of you who are in a school, I say great. But why don't you spend more time worrying about yourself and quit worrying about how others achieve their goals or chase their desires.
Actually, the competition focus is ruining BJJ. Doing techniques that are only useful for competition, but dangerous for self-defense without any self-defense focus goes against the original Gracie philosophy. Also, how influential is the racie Academy in the BJJ community, especially in the percentage of practicing students?
I think it really depends on what your goals are. If you are looking to be a high level competitor in Jiu-Jitsu, then Gracie University is likely not going to be your best option, and you are better served signing up at an academy where you can roll with tough competition consistently. If your goal is simply to get in better shape while learning self-defense skills that could save your life one day, then I think Gracie University is a very viable option.
of course having a good instructor there in person is better, but if that's not possible then I see nothing wrong with going online, particularly if you can find some people to practice with.
I wish there was a Gracie Academy in Bosnia and Herzegovina :'( Really interested in this martial art, but there is no good clubs here, I guess online is the only way to go :D
I think anyone who thinks badly or even says hurtful things to anyone that is trying to better themselves needs to reevaluate their mindset. Im assuming that a lot of the negative comment are from people that train. And thats sad because Jiu Jitsu has taught me, among other things, respect for everybody. Im sorry your "great" schools didn't teach you that. I don't know but I assume GU teaches respect as well.
I'm not a fan of this global appraoch, but the content is decent. ANd if it gets more people into the sport, why not. Ruining ? Not necesarely, changing and commercializing, yes. Is that bad? Not my place to judge. TO counter it, others just need to get better and prove their better. That will balance things out.
Just remember that 90% (made up number to prove a point) of the people doing BJJ now wouldn't even have the chance to train in it, if they Gracie's didn't promote it and commercialize it. Now, its just a new-era way of doing it, compared to what they did in the late 80s/early 90s. As long as they're aren't giving out real belts online anymore, Im good. Everyone shits on them for trying to make it more popular/accessible. But, because most people training now never really had a problem with access to it, no one pays attention to that the only reason they can train it in the 1st place is because of those same type of efforts.
I think this is cool. These guys have no other option to train Jits, so why not learn and get their bluebells through GU? The only thing about this video that feels weird to me is why they wear their belts when rolling no go. what's that about?
What's the average time for Gracie University people to get to blue belt? My mate was on his white belt for YEARS before getting to blue belt. He earned each and every one of his stripes.
I don't think so. I know several mates who train at other clubs in the same area and it always takes them a long time to progress. I'm not quiet sure how it is at other clubs, but I guess it stresses the knowledge/training over belt colors?
Tony Di The Gracie white belt promotion system is one stripe for every 20 hours of training. So you can take your Blue Belt test after 100 hours of training. After that, You get one stripe for every 100 hours of training. If it took your friend YEARS before getting his Blue Belt then it's because of HIS school. Maybe he was rolling at a Blue Belt level but his school has strict promotion rules.
I think its a good thing for the popularity and profusion of bjj. It will have quality issues as any correspondence class would. It has created many blue belts who by most competition standards are not up to task. But hey.. If they aren't against bjj then they are for bjj.
I dont care about haters been doing online combatitives w my son about 7 months 5 to 6 days went to a gym last night 1st time 10th planet no gi got like 8 to 10 taps all combatitives baby im lvin it only guys that beat me were 40 50 lbs bigger then me straight looked roided out and he said he been doing it for a long tme he wasntpecific and had no gi or belt but i swear by this bestonline learning anywhere wish i lived in so cal thanks guys
GU is running into the same problems and criticism online Universities like University of Phoenix are running into. The biggest problem most people complain about is the earning of a belt but, does it really matter? Say you are looking for a doctor to get treatment and you find two available one of the doctors graduated from the University of Phoenix and the other from Harvard which would you pick? Well, let's just say for many the Harvard doctor is not available so UnP it is cause a little is better than none.
@Great Lakes Brian Ortega got his black belt under Rener. The Gracies themselves don't compete in MMA anymore, the old guard are retiring and passing on their knowledge to others.
How would someone like me ever be able to learn a course like the Women Empowered Program if it wasn't available online. We don't have any jiu jitsu schools in my area let alone a decent self defence class. The online learning GU is offering to people like myself is invaluable for someone who wants to be at least a little prepared of what to do in a fight as have no knowledge what so ever.
If people learn from books, then people can learn from online. Kids literally do wwe moves from simply watching wwe. The only thing I am concerned with is ego. I encountered a female cop yesterday who bragged that she is a blue belt in Gracie Jiu-jitsu and thinks she can make me tap. I told her maybe she could. I could maybe make her tap as well. Case and point , we all have egos , but I do think all of us should try to control our egos. Alot of people , like the female cop, who are Gracie Jiu-jitsu students act like they are invincible. None of us are. My only thing I am concerned about is ego judging from my experience around Gracie Jiu-jitsu students.
In my experience it's the 10th Planet guys who are the big egos. My Gracie gym is pretty humble (in the Midwest US). I went to both gyms and chose Gracie due to the humbleness factor.
Gracie University makes GRACIE Combatives available to the world. Many people such as myself would not have this opportunity available to them without Gracie University. Most BJJ schools are offering sport JIUJITSU, and that's great. But I'm more interested in Self Defense than Competition. And I believe Gracie Combatives are offering the core techniques Grand Master Helio Gracie used to make Gracie JIUJITSU as popular as it is today. ..So you ask "Is Gracie University Ruining the World?"...My answer & oppinion is NO!... I think it is the opposite and perhaps one of the last BJJ schools teaching GJJ as it was intended by SGM Helio Gracie and therefore benefiting all schools of BJJ!
I have always been of the opinion any kind of exercise no matter what or the equipment is better than doing nothing. I don't care if it's online martial arts or a infomercial training equipment any movement is better than sitting on a couch getting fat and criticism people who are doing something
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Great video. Gracie University is sharing the Knowledge with the world. What a gift it is when someone is willing to share what they know and even more amazing to see a community come together and share in the Art.
+Tristar Gym And GU make millions of $ too. lol
good for them.
let them , but at least they can share the art. I wish Rickson can do the same, it will be the best if he has a full structured curriculum done by him.
Tristar Gym, Thanks for the comment. I still had doubts, but a positive comment from a top level gym legitimises this method in my eyes.
I have spent 14 years in the sportive BJJ realm, but began under a Gracie Academy certified instructor. After ordering their program to revisit the self defense aspect last year, I assert that this is the single best way to get a solid foundation in the art. That foundation can stand on its own, or provide an unbelievably excellent gateway to pursuing the more sportive BJJ taught in most school today, if one so chooses. Best instruction around.
Paulo - - couldn't agree more. I trained some (nowhere near as much as you) at other schools and didn't learn basic headlock defenses, punch defenses, etc until GU. I was one of those awful people that "earned" his blue belt online before the switch. I have always been uneasy about it and still am, but was stunned at how in depth and accurate my evaluation was from the grader of my video. He pointed out errors that I didn't see despite reviewing it several times before submitting it. He also noticed my deliberate conviction when applying the techniques. I tried to give each move some "pop" to the extent that precision didn't suffer. They very much noticed that.
My friend and I got our Blue Belts with them and flew to Cali and spent a week at their academy. Rener was gone but Ryron was there and they (the academy)could not have been more accommodating. I am glad this guy had a great experience like we did.
Let's be honest. Most of the criticism the Gracie's get is for the sin of being successful, both technically and financially.
Jealousy and ego are terrible things to carry around in life....
Greg Bledsoe you can’t learn jiujitsu online ya dummy. That’s why rickson almost disowned rener lolol
Dj Lane Rickson Gracie has his own online school look up galler.com
@@djlane522 Rickson has now signed off on the Combatives belt concept.
great comment
@@djlane522 Rickson took issue with giving out real blue belts online. Rener changed it and now BOTH Rickson and Pedro Sauer approve of what Rener is doing.
Video with Rickson, Pedro, Ryron and Rener:
ruclips.net/video/keRaWLVOuPQ/видео.html
Everyone has the freedom to choose how they want to learn Jiu jitsu. Someone learning via Gracie University can effectively defend themselves against an attacker. The whole concept of this is to get Jiu jitsu into the hands of those that want it. Who cares if they can train in an academy down the road. Not everyone wants that. Is it wrong to give them another choice? Is it wrong that some people get their schooling done online? It's all about the freedom of choice.
Gracie University is way ahead of its time.
5 years ago yo said the right thing. COVID 19 showed up!
I admire these guys! They made up their minds, made the time (5:30 AM with families - no joke), made it consistent and made it happen.
Way to go!
I think its funny in a way and kind of sad also that the Gracie haters come out. They cannot argue the effectiveness of Jiu-jitsu anymore so they bash the Gracies for making a living off it...lol You mean kinda like the McDojo Karate/Akidio/TDK/JKD bullshit has been making a killing off you assholes for years? Selling you some mystical garbage that will get you killed in a real fight. At least Jiu-jitsu works in real fights. If they can help people and make a living at the same time then why not? Most of you are just pissed that you have been wasting most of your lives training something useless.
***** Its in no way dishonest. Gracie Jiu-jitsu has proven itself time and again. Its not even a debate anymore.
dragonballjiujitsu Dude haters are gonna hate. My wife and I are training in the Gracie combatives program ( I have trained in actual BJJ academies my self) and let me tell you the techniques are legitimate and effective. let the lame haters be haters. train hard amigo!
As someone who lives in the country who has no BJJ option within 2 hours drive this guys case is exactly where I find myself (although he has clearly already solved the problem).. I will be starting GU soon, I need to create a space for sparring and find local people interested first.. For those out there naysaying, the guys shown in the video have used the GU knowledge themselves to train interpersonally (in person) using online knowledge; the only missing piece is a physical black belt instructor nearby, they do however have rolling partners and they learn from each other as they go, very impressive leadership shown by the individual who started the at-home gym.
Jeremy Connor Why not give up everything and commit to BJJ entirely, with nothing left over?
This is a great story of accomplishment despite circumstances.
I have been considering this online program and this video and others have convinced me to start. I think the program has matured to the point where we are seeing people who have been at it awhile and are on par with people who are training with a live instructor. I'm sure there are examples that prove the opposite. But anyone who has trained in a dojo knows plenty of people don't make it there either. It comes down to attitude and desire.
Some interesting debate here.
From my personal experience (learning only from RUclips and applying myself) online information works, with reflection and repetition.
Could I beat a blue belt at your school? Maybe not.
Could I defeat an unarmed, single opponent in a street fight? Confidently, yes.
I can apply sufficient pressure to put someone unconscious with a front and back choke;
Sufficient leverage to break an arm, wrench a double wrist lock, and twist a heel the wrong way.
I can defend such manoeuvres.
I can also escape mount, side control and back control against larger, taller and heavier opponents.
Such basics, intermittently "training" and spontaneous in nature, has taken me 5 years to somewhat "master" (though, of course, I am no blackbelt).
Gracie Breakdown has been a platform where I have probably learn't the most.
Adam James Emelianenko Do you even armbar bro?
Pendejo Armlocks like Ronda Rousey
+Adam James Emelianenko I started GJJ two months ago at a Gracie Garage with a blue belt holder that studied at the Torrance Academy. I see it's hard to just watch the videos only since you need someone with experience to tell you the right and wrong ways of doing it plus you get some extra insider tips. The video help you prepare for the class but you definitely need an experienced blue belt to lead the way.
@Aryan Toon I knew the difference between the two. Wow, 7 years on! I love RUclips
I recommend the online classes, particularly as supplement. I did the Gracie Combatives (BB curriculum) online with friends at my house. I also simultaneously trained at a local BJJ school (unaffiliated). I can say that every video lesson noticeably improved my technique. I have a great in-person teacher but the instruction on the Gracie videos is truly excellent. The details are amazing. I earned my Blue Belt from my local school. On vacation, I also trained for a couple of weeks at a what was a Gracie Garage that had just turned into a certified training center. The guys there rolled really well and were equal in skill to the fellas I trained with locally. The cool thing about the online only students was that their technique was near flawless and used no brute strength. Some of the guys as my school often rely on explosiveness and force.
That's absolutely beautiful! Wow! I'm all alone here but I'll keep doing what I can.
My 14 year old son and I are doing the Gracie Combatives at home and loving it. Wonderful video.
shit school
He's an amazing teacher. I'd love to have an update on his journey.
Hi Reginald, Rener did this video about 7 years ago and now I’m about to turn 50. I was having a look at it for one of the first times, I had a laugh at some of the comments and thinking most of these kids are lazy and have had Jiujitsu handed to them. I have trained almost twice daily for 11 years in Jiujitsu, I have studied lessons daily, traveled, had countless training partners sparred 4/5 times a week. I did start the martial arts back in 1985 so I already had the discipline to train hard, sorry it’s soft in Jiujitsu ha ha.
I saw your recent comment and thought I’d reply for the first time in this RUclips video.
Since that video I have opened up a CTC school, traveled to GU in Torrance CA over 10 times, received my brown belt in July 19.
GU has given me/us a path like no other. I have grappled with many great Jiujitsu fighters, purple to black and have always felt more than capable. If you are remote ‘like me’ you can still advance to a high level, you just need to be willing to never give up.
Here is our web site www.gracieuniversity.com/shepparton or go to our face book page and check us out. Gracie Jiujitsu Shepparton.
Hope you have an amazing journey also.
Kind Regards Scott
When you say "some hate it" what you mean is Uncle Royce hates it. Nobody likes Royce or respects his opinion. Everyone else is fine with GU. If people are learning BJJ (especially people that don't live in Brazil or near big schools like Torrance), what's the problem?
Keep it playful.
SwordsmanRyan lol damn
Keyboard warrior talking shit on a coral belt, lmao
I think its an amazing idea. I teach Filipino Martial Arts as well as Kenpo and I am going to be signing up for the Gracie university program because I believe in the effectiveness of the art and academic approach to the system.
This is awesome! what a great guy, so cool to see this kind of thing! keep it up!
I dont see a problem with learning jiu jitsu from an online stand point. I think everyone learns differently and the more accessible you can make jiu jitsu the better.
What an inspiration you are.
Great video, I've been watching some of the Gracie videos and have been really impressed by the thinking/philosophy behind their teaching. I don't have any training in any martial art. I would really love to attend some classes. Unfortunately there are no Gracie classes (I don't think) in Hobart (Tasmania, Australia). Can anyone suggest good classes in Jiu-Jitsu for me in or around Hobart? Thanks
some ppl just cant afford martial arts period, like me. i admit, i cant even afford the dvds and was left with having to find a way to download them, but when i got to hang out with a cousin who lived far away and went to a gracie barra, i was at least able to hold my own. also just getting ppl over to train was awesome bcuz i made new friends and got to hang out often.
The fact is everyone's learning from the internet to some degree nowadays
I train at a gym, but I supplement that with watching videos from the online university. There is no doubt in my mind that someone can learn Jiu Jitsu from home so long as they go to a gym when they can. The level of detail, and the organized lesson plans allow people to learn from home as long as they have a partner and are dedicated. Don't be close minded to new ideas. "The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones." -John Maynard Keynes
One thing that should be added to this whole debate is that the Gracie CTC's test for Blue Belt on a peer reviewed system. If you train at a CTC, your test is still video recorded and uploaded to the network of testers (which are other ctc certified instructors) for evaluation based on the performance of the moves. Your instructor doesn't pass or fail you, others who don't know you grade you. So whether you test online or at a ctc, you will be evaluated via video by the testing team. This means there is less bias, your instructor can't promote you just because he likes you or thinks you work hard, you must know the moves asked for. It eliminates the belt factory effect. It also means, you could be great at other moves and dominate on the mat, but if you don't know the moves on the test, you won't pass rank. Your rolling ability doesn't play into it and it also means they can't feel your pressure or tightness, just interpret from what they see. However, the instructor wouldn't probably wouldn't advise you to shoot the test if he didn't think you were ready. This is only for the blue belt, not for higher ranks as I understand it.
It's an interesting testing model that has upsides and downs, but I think it fits the purpose of the G. combatives training. I'd like to see people in other BJJ organizations discuss and consider the model. Just thought people should know as I saw some misconception below.
Bingo Todd! I've said it a few times on this page. My evaluation and comments from my tester were incredible. He noticed errors that I made that I never saw despite reviewing it several times before submission. I thought I made at least a 96% but made a 92%. Their feedback was very detailed. They also noticed my conviction with application of the moves. I tried to give each technique some "pop" and they commented on this as well.
I had the same problem as this guy and when I found Gracie university I was so happy. Me and a few buddies of mine have been using it to train for around 6 months. Not everyone lives in places where Jiu-Jitsu is prevalent. The closest Gracie training center to me is 4 hours away.
Gracie university is super dope! I've learned more from these videos than 2 months at a jiu jitsu school.
I being in several schools and those videos showed more than anybody else.
To answer the question in the title: No. Its promoting Jiu Jitsu, Self Defense, self improvement and helping your fellow man, woman or child. Gracie Jiu Jitsu and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and indeed any other reputable, effective martial art fits that description to a "T" and is journey worth undertaking for anyone who wishes.
I watched and listened to this video 3 times to make absolutely sure I didn't miss anything. There is NO mention whatsoever of Sales, Income creation or anything even remotely related to it. The ONLY portion which could be construed as such it the FUTURE goal of opening a Certified Training Center. What is also discussed is the currently operating Gracie Garage, and its members and their children. ALL of which is FREE to the members, and participants.
SO: To those who rail and cry and whine about "selling a product", or "propaganda", or "on line belts", or "making income" or other such Socialist crap: Stick to being a keyboard commando and take it somewhere else. You contribute nothing to society except negativity and ignorance of the topic in general. Shut up, go away and spew your venom and hate to your cronies and live your sad tiny lives as you wish. Just leave reasonable, intelligent people out of it entirely. THAT should be relatively easy for you lot, considering what you do on sites like this all the time.
Where did u find was good in Melbourne?
Are all moves explained how to cross over to no gi with Gracie university, can it be done without the gi?
People can say what they want but I signed up for GU and what i learn from that has greatly improved my ground game. GU maybe not be for everyone but it's resource of valuable information.Just from the free section alone my skills have improved.
I totally agree... if i had someone to train with (who had a garage) I'd do exactly the same. I'm on the Gracie Uni myself... fired out a few messages to see if anyone else in my area would be interested... but alas no. So for me, I'm doing the Combatives on my own for now. I'm injured at the moment from a class I took a couple of weeks ago. But now I'm just going to carry on with it online by myself. **cue violins** ;) ;)
i just want to say- that as a martial artist for over a decade and a half.... i have become a WAY better grappler after watching and training with this info... Rener and Ryron have become a couple of the best instructors that i have never met... being in a traditional setting, in a dojo, with "sensei's"...... i have done my share of training...... despite what alot of skeptics say- this is a wonderful tool, like online Colleges, to improve yourself as a student of the martial arts.... if you can get the info- stay true to the curriculum... this information is PRICELESS to say the least.
I began studying Gracie Jiu-jitsu in the 90s from the original instructional tapes provided by the academy in Torrance. After practicing the techniques on the tapes and working them live with training partners, I attended a week long camp in the Poconos taught by Rorion, Royce and Grandmaster Helio himself where I was awarded my blue belt. If learning from video wasn't possible, my blue belt wouldn't have been possible. I certainly couldn't have learned all that in a week, no matter who was teaching it.
Rickson and Pedro Sauer have partnered up with the University. You can't get much higher endorsement than that.
Love it. No egos in the "dojo" too. Great way to learn.
Im still learning, recieved my Black Belt from Rener and Ryron in Dec 22
This is good for people that have no access to a real academy but the reality is u cannot beat real training with a legit black belt because there are details a video doesn't provide and there is no one to ask if u have questions unless u have a teacher! Eaither way it's better then not training at all
Actually they do have a way for you to ask them.
Fantastic video! Thanks for posting this.
"Jiu Jitsu is something you feel"
- Rickson Gracie
Exactly, I did a private with Rickson recently. Scott
No, it's a great tool. I first learned by downloading and watching Rorion and Royce instructionals and that was years ago and I still refer to them for some stuff
how can i contact the guy in this video as i too was in the same boat living hours away from and Gracie jj and also am from the same state Victoria
Easy info@graciejiujitsushepparton.com.au my name is Scott, I received my Black belt from Rener and Ryron in Dec 22
No more online blue belts! That is a great thing. IMHO
Rickson really shows his influence and the changes are for the better.
I agree alanguages. I will say that I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate and detailed my evaluation was when I tested online. Despite being a little skeptical deep down, I did it this way because A) I was curious and B) I didn't have another option - - I had to train early in the AM or not at all. The curriculum is great, detailed, and places emphasis on street self-defense. I trained at other schools before starting GU and it wasn't until GU that I learned how to get out of a head lock, defend from punches while in vulnerable positions, etc. I think the adaption for testing just solidifies what they were already building
Good job buddy....never stop osssss
Either way, a proven martial arts resource is out there showing basic self defence. I don't see the problem, yes the ones who train in the centre may be better because they do more hours and have more experienced people to roll with etc... but it may save a life on the street either way.
First they laugh, then they will copy... Stay in the fight sir...
MegaBigboost Yes, because scumbags will copy anything that is purely profit driven.
Rener and Royler run the online learning and teaching of gracie combatives and anyone who knows anything about these two guys would know that their priority is to teach people the art of jiu-jitsu not money. It's their life, their history, and their passions. Not everyone has a univeristy near them, these online videos in the gracie combatives program are highly detailed there's no reason anhyone should have problems learning from it. I do it myself and have successfully won fights and defended myself when had to. Before you judge them, know what they're truly about. Keep it real!
Royler? You mean Ryron. I know they get confusing but there is a big difference in those 2.
Funny to watch this video nowadays with the success of Jiu -Jitsu X and BJJ Fanatics
A great testament to the benefits and effectiveness of GJJ. I'm a 54 year old white belt learning to survive and humbled by the people I train and learn with. I'm excited with the journey I'm on. Thanks Gracie Academy
Keep it up, Im almost 53 and received my black belt from Rener and Ryron in Dec 22. Scott
hehe...all I noticed was the very end when he told the kids "Don't forget to get up in base"....but he didn't. lol. :D
As a pure GU student I say its an incredible platform to learn jiu jitsu .. I wouldn't have been able to access GJJ otherwise . Last year I was finally able to join a jiu jitsu club that's in the next city to me and being honest the quality of GU is even better and its just catered to make you get a full understanding of techniques etc ... So please if u didn't try it out don't judge it also they added new system to make sure not anyone can get belt promotions which also hopefully shows you it is actually a legit thing and in my opinion even better than most jiu jitsu clubs out there
I definitely appreciate that they moved the testing for belt promotions to on-site only. There are factors that just can't be measured in a video (timing, conditioning etc.). They are on the right track with that in my opinion. The instruction is also of a very high quality, some of the best attention to detail on techniques I have ever seen. All that being said, I still prefer training at my school, in person, on the mat, with my BJJ family. However, I won't diss those who are training like this until I roll with one of them and find their skills deficient. Once I have that hands on experience, I will form my opinion, otherwise I am just being hypocritical (judging whether the program is good by watching videos on youtube, when we are saying the program isn't good because it's only videos).
I think this is all a learning experience even for the Gracie's right now and in the end, honestly, I hope they get it right because all that would mean is more students, more tournaments, more attention and overall more people finding the good life through BJJ like so many of us have.
Thanks guys. Please keep sharing.
I am one that has been drawn to Gracie Jiu Jitsu. I believe one of the Gracies should go down there for at least one week to instruct the students so it shows there are wanting to promote their art. And help this man more to spread there teaching of jujitsu. Much respect to this man making an effort to learn.
These guys are seriously disciplined to have put this together at their homes etc.
I dont understand people, if someone gets a blue, purple belt online it does not diminish the value of YOUR belt.What do you tell someone who lives 2-4 hours aways from a BJJ school? '' Sorry Helio's dream isn't for you'' or "Move" Really. Gracie university isn't perfect no system is but its a solution for people who don't have a certified school near them or work impossible hours to train. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand the need for online learning unless you live in this bubble where you think everyone lives in a big city.
Who cares what anyone else thinks about GU or training from online videos? If you like it, do it. If its not for you, then don't. All systems are artificial at some point. Rank in any system is a form of commercialization, period. But there is nothing wrong with that nor is there anything wrong with use modern means to learn anything. All that matters is that you learn.
True. I would prefer to train at a school but life has given me other priorities - especially during the evening hours. I have to train early in the AM and also want a primarily self-def game, so GU is for me. I also respond better to a more structured curriculum.
On another note, I am glad GU is offering these online programs. Its good stuff and sure beats the hell out of the prices that most BJJ schools are charging around the country. Most schools that I have been at ask 200-300 a month which is ridiculous. The sham isn't GU, its those prices that every BJJ brown or purple belt who owns a school charges for their self inflated worth.
Much respect for Scott and all the Gracie University students. Many people undervalue the amount of dedication that you need to study GJJ through GU. It is important to understand that GU students have to practice with other guys anyway. The computer is only a tool not a training partner. Yes, is probably much safer than train in a BJJ school but what's wrong with it?
It is not a matter of where you practice, is a matter of what you learn. GU shares something that could safe lifes around the world and I think the Gracie brothers are doing it at the best way possible.
I train with Gracie University and at a certified center. The combination is phenomenal!!
Excellent video, thank you for posting! I am 43 years old and you and I have the same background in the martial arts. I was looking into enrolling into Gracie University. You answered a lot of the questions that I had been asking myself. I am impressed with your background and also with you discipline.
I have been very critical of the Gracie Academy. I used to be a blind follower and after really watching a few of their videos and listening ot what they were saying, i realized that I don't agree with them 100%. I've come to understand this is OK, that I am not the blind sheep kind of person and it actually helps me understand BJJ a lot better. As far as the online learning, I don't see why people complain about it? It's another way to learn. We are almost 100% digital now and here's whats funny, in five years, others will be doing it and calling themselves the first ones to do it.The students who do the online learning should take it one step further and enter local tournaments. They should test themselves by driving a few hours to roll with a full on school.Truth be told? I've been to some schools that had a BB instructor and he was crap. I've been to some schools that had a blue belt coach and he was super legit. How you learn isn't as important as applying what you've learned. Oss!
everyone is so caught up with belt promotions and status. the belt i respect are those that exhibit real belt status expertise. people can spend x amount of hours refining the techniques but not really apply it in live roll is like a person learning to shoot a gun for self defense but not going to a live range to practice under stressfull situations. thats why its important to go live and roll in real situations. to put the reps in perspective. im a former fighter an ex muay thai and ametuer mma fighter. i put many hours on hitting the pad and light 50-60% sparring with fellow camp members. it wasnt till my very first smoker fight in my career that thought me alot about recollecting everything i learned and apply it during a stressfull fast paced situation. and thats what Gracie University is about. I come from a garppling nogi sub only background. but GU helps people to take baby steps. crawl, walk and then run. GU teaches real combative situations you will encounter 80% of the time out in the real world with untrained people. GU combatives through rapid exercise help create second nature muscle memory reactions. (fight or flight being your first natural reaction). if one does repetitive practice and incorporating live roll at times once a week. that person not only has muscle retention with what is learned but is more likely to succeed in real live situations. i can never forget growing up watching many TKD instructors live sparring and having that wide eyed scared look in their eyea when everything they preached didnt translate on the floor. train train. go live. train. stay fit. be passionate and remain hungry.. quick advice tho. squeeze some no gi sessions. lots of grip and pull with gi. up your game with no gi and add more to your arsenal with squeeze and pinch. GU works and anyone who tells you otherwise because its online are just mad they didnt start that way. oss
I love how people say you can't learn, if it's online. what about real colleges offering online classes. Do you not get your degree, because you took some online classes...? YES!!!!! YES YOU do. I'll make it even hard for people to think the Gracie University doesn't work. Before the internet, when I was a child, before 1993 when we haven't even heard of GJJ/BJJ. I learned from the Black Belt Magazine, if you're a little bit older, you know what I'm talking to. I learn how to get out of a head lock, picture by picture and I did use it in the locker room in 8th grade and it worked! I am a Police Officer, I am a Gracie University member and if you can learn from a book or magazine, you can learn from online. where do you go when you have a simple ques you don't know the answer to.....online. If you are lucky even to be able to attend a Gracie Academy in real life, then you're a lucky person. Don't knock the people who don't have a chance to go to any school, but are able to at least learn from the best instructors (Gracies) in the world via the Internet. It's sad but true, when you are the best there are some nasty people out there who will always come for you. It will happen in a tournament when a big named grappler loses to a Gracie University student, mark my words.
Anyone in Charlotte North Carolina area a Gracie university student? Or certified Combatives belt/Blue belt? Myself and two other individuals are interested in starting up
Gracie university is just the best thing they I've ever seen in my whole life. If it wasn't for them, I would be fucked right now because I have nowhere to train.
I can train in home with my partners. And that's amazing. Online classes. Awesome.
I don't think it's ruining jiu jitsu! Anytime access to your learning course, you can go over and over until your ready for the next technique. Especially if don't have any schools that teach original Gracie jiu jitsu you can learn from this 👍🤙
It's funny as I watch this ridiculous controversy over live learning vs. video learning continues ENDLESSLY. What I sense is an odd jealousy by those who attend an actual school, that somehow they're better at what they do. It's strange how the humility aspect of the art has been sorely forgotten. I'm not sure why this is even an issue. It's no skin off their back if someone chooses to learn by another means. I was actively trained by over 10 martial artists in traditional and modern martial arts schools for 15 years. At that point, desiring to learn a style that wasn't available in my area, I started VHS study and was quite successful advancing steadily. Is everyone capable of learning without an instructor? Probably not. But for many like myself, and this guy in the video presented here, it's entirely possible. For those of you who are in a school, I say great. But why don't you spend more time worrying about yourself and quit worrying about how others achieve their goals or chase their desires.
how much is it ?
Actually, the competition focus is ruining BJJ. Doing techniques that are only useful for competition, but dangerous for self-defense without any self-defense focus goes against the original Gracie philosophy. Also, how influential is the racie Academy in the BJJ community, especially in the percentage of practicing students?
Inspiring.
I think it really depends on what your goals are. If you are looking to be a high level competitor in Jiu-Jitsu, then Gracie University is likely not going to be your best option, and you are better served signing up at an academy where you can roll with tough competition consistently. If your goal is simply to get in better shape while learning self-defense skills that could save your life one day, then I think Gracie University is a very viable option.
This is what jiu-jitsu is really all about
But it is still online based right...more of a legit ranking belt when trained by a blackbelt
why is ryron wearing a blue gi?
Aussie Aussie Aussie!
of course having a good instructor there in person is better, but if that's not possible then I see nothing wrong with going online, particularly if you can find some people to practice with.
I wish there was a Gracie Academy in Bosnia and Herzegovina :'( Really interested in this martial art, but there is no good clubs here, I guess online is the only way to go :D
Do what this guy did.
Beautiful
I think anyone who thinks badly or even says hurtful things to anyone that is trying to better themselves needs to reevaluate their mindset. Im assuming that a lot of the negative comment are from people that train. And thats sad because Jiu Jitsu has taught me, among other things, respect for everybody. Im sorry your "great" schools didn't teach you that. I don't know but I assume GU teaches respect as well.
I'm still at the fence about GU, I love Rener and Ryron, their energy and passion for bjj.
And instead of a technical blue belt, why not just have a couple of stripes for self defense.
I'm not a fan of this global appraoch, but the content is decent. ANd if it gets more people into the sport, why not.
Ruining ? Not necesarely, changing and commercializing, yes. Is that bad? Not my place to judge.
TO counter it, others just need to get better and prove their better. That will balance things out.
Just remember that 90% (made up number to prove a point) of the people doing BJJ now wouldn't even have the chance to train in it, if they Gracie's didn't promote it and commercialize it. Now, its just a new-era way of doing it, compared to what they did in the late 80s/early 90s. As long as they're aren't giving out real belts online anymore, Im good.
Everyone shits on them for trying to make it more popular/accessible. But, because most people training now never really had a problem with access to it, no one pays attention to that the only reason they can train it in the 1st place is because of those same type of efforts.
Really is such a great idea.
I think this is cool. These guys have no other option to train Jits, so why not learn and get their bluebells through GU? The only thing about this video that feels weird to me is why they wear their belts when rolling no go. what's that about?
What's the average time for Gracie University people to get to blue belt? My mate was on his white belt for YEARS before getting to blue belt. He earned each and every one of his stripes.
I don't think so. I know several mates who train at other clubs in the same area and it always takes them a long time to progress. I'm not quiet sure how it is at other clubs, but I guess it stresses the knowledge/training over belt colors?
Tony Di The Gracie white belt promotion system is one stripe for every 20 hours of training. So you can take your Blue Belt test after 100 hours of training. After that, You get one stripe for every 100 hours of training. If it took your friend YEARS before getting his Blue Belt then it's because of HIS school. Maybe he was rolling at a Blue Belt level but his school has strict promotion rules.
I think its a good thing for the popularity and profusion of bjj. It will have quality issues as any correspondence class would. It has created many blue belts who by most competition standards are not up to task. But hey.. If they aren't against bjj then they are for bjj.
I dont care about haters been doing online combatitives w my son about 7 months 5 to 6 days went to a gym last night 1st time 10th planet no gi got like 8 to 10 taps all combatitives baby im lvin it only guys that beat me were 40 50 lbs bigger then me straight looked roided out and he said he been doing it for a long tme he wasntpecific and had no gi or belt but i swear by this bestonline learning anywhere wish i lived in so cal thanks guys
GU is running into the same problems and criticism online Universities like University of Phoenix are running into. The biggest problem most people complain about is the earning of a belt but, does it really matter? Say you are looking for a doctor to get treatment and you find two available one of the doctors graduated from the University of Phoenix and the other from Harvard which would you pick? Well, let's just say for many the Harvard doctor is not available so UnP it is cause a little is better than none.
What a cool concept...live in the bush, a handful of mates, learn and be graded independently by the Academy...
Open minded people are the ones how learn the most!
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I don't get it
Only a matter of time before the Gracies went McDojo for the dollars.
@Great Lakes Brian Ortega got his black belt under Rener. The Gracies themselves don't compete in MMA anymore, the old guard are retiring and passing on their knowledge to others.
The Gracie family is what started and perfected BJJ, I highly doubt that the Gracie Academy would be ruining it even if they were trying to
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How would someone like me ever be able to learn a course like the Women Empowered Program if it wasn't available online. We don't have any jiu jitsu schools in my area let alone a decent self defence class. The online learning GU is offering to people like myself is invaluable for someone who wants to be at least a little prepared of what to do in a fight as have no knowledge what so ever.
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Wait, huh?
I think GU is keeping JJ alive.
If people learn from books, then people can learn from online. Kids literally do wwe moves from simply watching wwe. The only thing I am concerned with is ego. I encountered a female cop yesterday who bragged that she is a blue belt in Gracie Jiu-jitsu and thinks she can make me tap. I told her maybe she could. I could maybe make her tap as well. Case and point , we all have egos , but I do think all of us should try to control our egos. Alot of people , like the female cop, who are Gracie Jiu-jitsu students act like they are invincible. None of us are. My only thing I am concerned about is ego judging from my experience around Gracie Jiu-jitsu students.
In my experience it's the 10th Planet guys who are the big egos. My Gracie gym is pretty humble (in the Midwest US). I went to both gyms and chose Gracie due to the humbleness factor.
I fear it but i love it.
Gracie University makes GRACIE Combatives available to the world. Many people such as myself would not have this opportunity available to them without Gracie University. Most BJJ schools are offering sport JIUJITSU, and that's great. But I'm more interested in Self Defense than Competition. And I believe Gracie Combatives are offering the core techniques Grand Master Helio Gracie used to make Gracie JIUJITSU as popular as it is today. ..So you ask "Is Gracie University Ruining the World?"...My answer & oppinion is NO!... I think it is the opposite and perhaps one of the last BJJ schools teaching GJJ as it was intended by SGM Helio Gracie and therefore benefiting all schools of BJJ!
I have always been of the opinion any kind of exercise no matter what or the equipment is better than doing nothing. I don't care if it's online martial arts or a infomercial training equipment any movement is better than sitting on a couch getting fat and criticism people who are doing something