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Hélio Gracie (October 1, 1913 – January 29, 2009) was a Brazilian martial artist who together with his brothers Oswaldo, Gastao Jr, George and Carlos Gracie founded and developed the self-defense martial art system of Gracie jiu-jitsu, also known as Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ).
Mar 4, 2012 · On October 23, 1951, Helio Gracie faced Masahiko Kimura who outweighed him by nearly 80 lbs. It was the first time that a jiu-jitsu world championship match would be held outside of Japan.
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Jan 21, 2010 · Learn about Helio Gracie, the 9th degree red belt and the most important figure in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu history. Discover his life story, his fights, his legacy and his influence on the Gracie family and the martial arts world.
Oct 2, 2020 · In 1952, Hélio Gracie received a medal of honor from the Standard Oil company for an incredible act of bravery he performed six years earlier. It all happened on the Tanajé ship, when he and his brother were on the way to Fortaleza. “We were on the deck, when we saw a guy in the ocean.
Jan 30, 2024 · Learn how Helio Gracie adapted traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu to create Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a martial art that emphasizes ground fighting and submission holds. Discover his influential fights, philosophies, and contributions to self-defense and MMA.
Jun 12, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Helio Gracie, the pioneer who adapted Judo to create BJJ. Discover his influence on MMA, his diet, and his family of martial artists.
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Oct 10, 2015 · Considered one of the most influential figures in martial arts history, Helio Gracie, the father of modern jiu-jitsu died at the age of 95 in 2009. He would be 102 years old if he were alive...
