7 Most Effective Guards in Jiu-Jitsu | Gracie Barra Chicago
The 7 Most Effective Guards in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at Gracie Barra Chicago At Gracie Barra Chicago, mastering guard techniques is a key part of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) training. Guards form the foundation of both defense and offense, allowing practitioners to control opponents while setting up submissions or sweeps. Here, we highlight the seven most effective […]
Gracie Barra Chicago: The Best Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Chicago
Gracie Barra Chicago: The Best Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Chicago At Gracie Barra Chicago, we are proud to be recognized as the leading Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy in the area. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn self-defense or an advanced practitioner aiming to take your skills to the next level, we offer a welcoming environment […]
Learning Plan
At Gracie Barra West Loop we strive to help students get the most out of their training. For students with consistency and dedication, Jiu-Jitsu becomes a life-style and students can readily enjoy all the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu or the “Gentle Art”. Working from the assumption that Jiu-Jitsu must be embraced as a lifelong journey, Master […]
Training Etiquette
Bow to Carlos Gracie Sr. when you enter the training area. Bow to Carlos Gracie Sr. when you exit the training area. Keep a respectful posture in the training area. Classes begin with a formal bow to the instructor, with students lining up in descending grade order. Classes end with a formal bow to the […]
New Team Member’s Guide
Welcome to Gracie Barra West Loop, we are so happy and excited to have you onboard joining the team. As Gracie Barra team members we would like to say you just made one of the best decisions of your life joining our family and starting your Jiu-Jitsu journey. If you look around Gracie Barra schools […]
The Habits of Great Leaders: How Jiu-Jitsu Can Inspire You to Be One of the Best
“Always be as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are for your own.” – Great Grandmaster Carlos Gracie What does it mean to be a leader? What qualities does an individual have to be a leader? Perhaps that most challenging question is: What virtues does an individual have that make them a great […]
