Technique is the backbone of Jiu-Jitsu. Here at Gracie Barra Santa Barbara, we understand that your practice is stronger when you’ve mastered the fundamentals. If you’re new to the sport, or looking to return to the basics, we’ve outlined four essential Jiu-Jitsu techniques for white belts. Th…Read More
Rener Gracie, co-creator of Gracie University, and a member of the legendary family that Gracie Barra Santa Barbara is named after, said that “he who manages the distance, manages the damage.” Most upper-level Jiu-Jitsu students says that jiu-jitsu is a marathon, not a sprint. And we agree, whic…Read More
When it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes, there are four main areas of fundamentals in which your progress can ultimately be measured as you progress in your martial arts training: Survival Defense Control Offense Each of these stages builds on top of one another, beginning with survival and def…Read More
The following are tips from our jiu-jitsu trainers at Gracie Barra Santa Barbara on the best ways to prevent injuries during your jiu-jitsu classes. Don’t Jump Into Anything You Aren’t Prepared For “Jiu-jitsu is a marathon, not a sprint” is the best way to sum up the process of learning the …Read More
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is far more than simply another sport. It’s also much more than any other traditional martial art. In many ways, it can, in fact, change your life and how you approach it. You’ve probably heard the “Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle” around the grapevine in Santa Barbara, but what exac…Read More
What Can Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Do For Kids? Martial arts classes offer a great way to get your child more active doing something that you can both enjoy learning together. Compared to other active hobbies your child can take part in, the martial arts, specifically Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, comprises a v…Read More