Gracie Barra Family
GB Family - is a global organization formed by more than 100 BJJ
schools. The mission of each of our schools is to train the body,
mind and spirit through the highest level of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
instruction as a means for individual development and the
strengthening of the family spirit - going beyond the competitive
realm. Inside the GB Family, the famous martial arts principle of
maximum efficiency minimum is not restricted to a general principle
behind the practice of self defense techniques, but serves as a
moral beacon that guides the behavior of each and every Gracie
Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner - instructors and their
students.
Since inception, the GB Family has been in constant growth. Under
the leadership of Master Carlos Gracie Jr., Gracie Barra has
evolved from one small school at the suburb of Barra da Tijuca, Rio
de Janeiro, to more then one hundred schools all around the globe,
forming a community of thousands of individuals in the five
continents.
This growth and change, however, has not undermined our core values
that lay at the foundation of our success:
Brotherhood: Above all, Gracie Barra is a family. Its
members are proud of being a key part of a successful team that has
being able to create something much bigger than themselves.
Cooperation: Inside a Gracie Barra BJJ School Dojo, there
are no opponents. There are only training partners - “Uke”) -
engaged in a cooperative learning experience aimed to make each
other better not only as BJJ practitioners but as human beings.
Discipline: To excel on any endeavor, discipline is
essential. It couldn’t be different with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. At
Gracie Barra BJJ Schools the discipline of training and the
willingness to sacrifice for higher achievements is reinforced in
and outside the Dojo.
Respect: Inside Gracie Barra all people must act with warmth
and equality toward one another, regardless of differences in race,
creed, nationality, etc. Respect for the hierarchy of the ranks is
also very strong and the authority of a Black Belt is truly
recognized.
If you identify with the values that we live by and have plans to
start a BJJ School or Program, or are already part of the BJJ
community, Be Part of the GB Family (link to the second item of the
menu).
For more information access
www.graciebarra.com