BJJ Videos

JJ Machado Promoted to Red/Black Belt

2011-07-13T01:06:00.001-04:00

A BJJ Legend gives the greatest honor to another Brazilian Jiu Jitsu legend on Monday June 6th, 2011.

Rickson Gracie, the most well-known and respected Brazilian Jiu Jitsu master in the world, promote to red and black belt Master Jean Jacques Machado. JJ Macho is Rickson's friend, relative, and long time student. This was done in in Los Angeles, California during a private ceremony.

Professor Machado was bestowed promotion to Red/Black Belt in recognition of his 25 years as a Black Belt Instructor, competitor and world champion.

Also included, at the end of the video, is the following open appreciation letter from Mr. Machado to Rickson: ......

"How does one adequately express their appreciation to someone who has given them the gift of sight? The ability to see and understand things as they never had before.
I am referring to someone in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world who is known by a single name ... "Rickson."

"Before Rickson Gracie I studied Jiu Jitsu, after Rickson Gracie I understood Jiu Jitsu."

Without understanding Jiu Jitsu I would not be who I am today, and knowing this overwhelms me with love and admiration for him, for the wonderful gift he has given me.

No matter where or when, Rickson was always there for me. The 5:00 am lessons, the 15 minute instructions in-between his many private classes - a thinker before a fighter, my mentor had gone above and beyond. I can only hope to aspire to half the level of his influence. To ignite the passion within others as he did with me. To make a difference to others as he has for me.

It is my honor and privilege to be able to help preserve the memory and spirit of his teachings, his philosophy and his humor where ever I may go.

Rock'n roll will always have Elvis, basketball will always have Michael Jordan and Jiu Jitsu will always have Rickson Gracie.

Honestly I don't feel I could ever fully explain the deep rooted emotion of appreciation I have for this man, so I'll say it simply.

Thank you, Rickson. Thank you for taking me beyond the technique. Thank you for providing me the guidance. Thank you for your constant unselfish dedication to show me an art that transcended to the practicalities of life itself. Thank you, Rickson. Thank you for giving me that life."
- Jean Jacques Machado

clips from "The Gracies and the birth of Vale Tudo"

2009-06-05T17:52:00.004-04:00

Clips from "The Gracies and the birth of Vale Tudo"

Renzo Gracie:

1975 Jiu-Jitsu x Karate

Inauguration of Jiu-Jitsu gym in Rio de Janeiro, 1960s

Rickson Gracie on MMA

2009-06-05T17:46:00.002-04:00

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu superstar and legend Rickson Gracie talks about MMA. He also demonstrates some Jiu-jitsu

BJJ Brown Belt Demonstration / promotion test

2009-06-03T00:41:00.002-04:00

Great video of Roy Dean brown belt Jimmy DaSilva getting his brown belt. Enjoy the video, I did!!

BJJ Intro

2009-05-30T01:20:00.002-04:00

This video is titled "BJJ Intro - White Belt Do's and Dont's" - but it really isn't. There are a few do's and dont's that they go through. It's really more like a highlight video of different people rolling. It's a fun watch.

Royce Gracie interviewed by BJJ Legends

2009-05-27T01:48:00.002-04:00

Watch Royce Gracie / BJJ Jiu-Jitsu Legends Interview Pt1 in Sports | View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com

The legendary Royce Gracie is interviewed by BJJ Legends.com. Royce talks about what BJJ can offer new BJJ practitioners.

Basic Foot Sweep

2009-05-21T21:29:00.001-04:00

A basic foot sweep is taught in this video.

Brabo Choke and Braboplata Entries

2009-02-20T09:30:00.001-05:00

BJJ Revolution Team Black Belt "little" Tony Pacenski shows two ways to get the No-Gi Brabo Choke from the open guard and as a counter to a guard pass. Then, shows two Braboplata entries.

BJJ top-game concepts

2009-02-18T11:11:00.002-05:00

Found this great video on playing the top positions. It's full of great tips and pointers. Enjoy!!

Matt Thornton on Aliveness (Straight Blast Gym)

2009-02-13T09:15:00.001-05:00

Matt Thornton on Aliveness (Straight Blast Gym)
Uploaded by kamikazemma

Matt discusses Aliveness, one of the most important elements missing in most martial art schools. This is a great video explaining the training philosophy.

Minotauro vs Sapp

2009-02-12T10:44:00.002-05:00

I hadn't seen this Pride fight before. Minotauro vs Sapp. It's a nice fight in that it shows how jiu jitsu technique can be used to overcome a much bigger and stronger opponent. There's a cut somewhere in the middle of the video where Minotauro suddenly ends up in the top position.

UFC Fighter Kenny Florian and Keith Florian show some techniques

2009-02-11T14:44:00.002-05:00

Video was filmed at Balance Studios Jiu Jitsu in Philadelphia, PA. Kenny and Kieth Florian teach some grappling techniques.

BJJ Closed Guard Principles

2009-02-09T11:46:00.000-05:00

Stephan Kesting discusses the principles and concepts that are important to having an effective closed guard game.

Americana Variation

2009-02-08T11:19:00.001-05:00

Learn BJJ Techniques FREE
Uploaded by JCash1972

Jon Garfield, a BJJ Black Belt, teaches an variation of the Americana from side control.

Leo Viera vs. Baret Yoshida

2009-02-07T11:09:00.001-05:00

I found this one at my BJJ blog.com. It's a nice fight with high production values

Baret 'the finisher' Yoshida Highlight

2009-02-06T13:02:00.001-05:00

A highlight video of this awesome Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, ADCC champ, and MMA fighter.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Flying Submissions

2009-02-05T12:08:00.000-05:00

I like the text in the intro: "hardly ever work but hey, they look cool"

True, so true.

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Highlight

2009-02-04T12:18:00.000-05:00

A highlight of the Gracie family

1st post

2009-02-04T11:39:00.000-05:00

hello! I'll use this blog to share great Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu videos I find online. Hope you enjoy