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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).
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 ...
Jan 21, 2010 · Helio Gracie was a 9th degree red belt and arguably the most important figure in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ‘s history.
Jan 30, 2024 · Helio Gracie was a transformative figure in martial arts, best known for being one of the primary developers of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Born in Brazil in 1913, Helio was a physically frail child, which initially limited his participation in sports and physical activities.
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.
1932 – The Helio Gracie Era. Helio Gracie was just a kid when the Marques de Abrantes school opened its doors in 1925. At 12 years old, he was too young to help with the classes or in the running of the school.
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...
