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Featured Techniques
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Back Control
intermediateHighest scoring control position with strong finishing mechanics.
Learn Technique →Butterfly Guard
intermediateDynamic open guard leveraging inside hooks, underhooks, and forward pressure to create sweeping opportunities.
Learn Technique →Closed Guard
beginnerFundamental defensive guard with strong control and high-percentage attacks.
Learn Technique →De La Riva Guard
intermediateOutside hook guard that controls the lead leg — a modern staple for sweeps, back takes, and berimbolo entries.
Learn Technique →Fifty-Fifty Guard
intermediateSymmetric leg entanglement where both players share leg configuration — hub for ankle locks and modern leg wars.
Learn Technique →Half Guard
intermediateVersatile hybrid guard that blends defensive recovery with sweeping and submission options.
Learn Technique →Knee on Belly
intermediateMobile top control position that applies chest pressure while freeing hands for submissions or transitions.
Learn Technique →Mount
beginnerThe most dominant top position in BJJ with strong control and finishing options.
Learn Technique →North-South
intermediateTop position with chest aligned north-south — strong control and choke entries when the opponent turns away.
Learn Technique →Fighter Profiles
Study legendary figures and current competitors
Helio Gracie
A foundational figure in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu whose teaching and family influence helped shape the early identity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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Carlos Gracie Sr.
One of the primary early organizers of the Gracie lineage and a key figure in the foundation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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Rickson Gracie
A legendary Gracie representative whose aura, fundamentals, and vale tudo influence made him one of the most famous names in jiu-jitsu history.
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