Secrets From a Gracie: Jiu-Jitsu and Life Tips!

28/09/2025 1h 2min Temporada 1 Episodio 9

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Carlan GracieHis father's father was Gaston Gracie, so he's like a cousin to the Gracie BJJ family.There are a lot of Gracies!Kosen judo is foundational.Maeda taught the Gracies JudoKimonos for Kids and http://www.favelatour.org/In this storytelling conversation, Carlan Gracie shares his unique journey from the Gracie family lineage to living in a favela in Brazil, where he dedicates his life to teaching Jiu-Jitsu and giving back to the community. He discusses his philanthropic efforts, the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu techniques, and the importance of self-defense. Carlan also reflects on his connection to the Gracie family, his experiences in martial arts, and his vision for combining business with Jiu-Jitsu to create a supportive community for practitioners.TakeawaysCarlan Gracie lives in a favela and teaches Jiu-Jitsu.He raises funds for uniforms for underprivileged youth.Carlan believes in giving back to the community.He has a unique connection to the Gracie family.Carlan started with karate but found Jiu-Jitsu more engaging.He teaches Jiu-Jitsu to help others in his community.Many practitioners today lack self-defense knowledge.Carlan learned leg locks from a notable instructor.He aims to make a positive difference in people's lives.Carlan combines his business acumen with Jiu-Jitsu training.Sound Bites"I live in the favela too.""I found I had Gracie blood.""I want to make a difference."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Carlan Gracie01:53 Life in the Favela and Community Engagement04:28 Giving Back: Carlan's Mission and Projects06:48 Understanding the Gracie Legacy10:02 Personal Journey and Family Background14:35 Life in Los Angeles and Early Career16:44 Teaching and Community Involvement20:57 The Evolution of Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu25:48 Affiliations and Supporting the Next Generation28:58 The Grappling Game: Techniques and Strategies34:05 Submissions and Control: The Art of Jiu-Jitsu39:15 Leg Attacks: Evolution in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu43:25 Business and Jiu-Jitsu: Merging Two Worlds51:55 Community Impact: Giving Back Through Jiu-JitsuTake control of your life with ⁠⁠12 Weeks To Peak™⁠⁠. Need a CRM? ⁠⁠Check out this marketing automation⁠⁠ tool for $19/mo. Connect with me:⁠⁠X⁠⁠: https://x.com/bjjandbiz⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠#TheBJJandBIZPodcast #12WeeksToPeak #SalesTraining #GoalSetting #PersonalDevelopment #GrowthMindset