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I'm trying to learn more about the Gracie Barra association while deciding on a school. Anyone have any input on the pros/cons of the Gracie Barra association and schools?
Are you starting out or switching schools? I was not familiar with GB Mansfield until you posted the other thread. What city do you live in?
McDojo of BJJ.
It's a hit or miss. you can train at a GB gym with world class BB instructor or GB gym with a purple belt as head instructor
McDojo of BJJ.
It's a hit or miss. you can train at a GB gym with world class BB instructor or GB gym with a purple belt as head instructor
McDojo of BJJ.
It's a hit or miss. you can train at a GB gym with world class BB instructor or GB gym with a purple belt as head instructor
Yep, I've been to 5 already. Checking out a 6th tonight.visit the gym you are thinking about joining. That is how you find out if a gym will be a good fit for you.
Yep, I've been to 5 already. Checking out a 6th tonight.
My criteria is a little diff. I'm old now and just want to roll for fun and exercise. Not interested in competing or even training with the local top competitors. Would rather find a more laid back school where I can go at my pace.
From what I am reading, it seems like GB fosters that sort of thing. But I'd like to learn more about it before signing up.
purple belt head instructors is still very common in lots of placesMcDojo of BJJ.
It's a hit or miss. you can train at a GB gym with world class BB instructor or GB gym with a purple belt as head instructor
Since you're in LA (I think) I would imagine that the GB schools there are even better, but you'd know better I guess. One big issue, that's probably worse down there, is the huge number of affiliate gyms that seem to just be cash grabs.
In Orange County and surrounding areas you have flavin almedia, Phillipe Della monica, Kayron Gracie, otavio Souza (soon again), Ana loura codiero, romolo barral, Diego feria, rodrigo Augusto, rodrigo ferritas, charlita... Can't really go wrinf