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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 ...
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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.
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.
Oct 2, 2020 · Learn about the founder of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, his achievements, challenges, and innovations in this three-part series. Read how he opened the largest and most organized academy in Rio de Janeiro, and how he taught his method to his students and instructors.
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.
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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...
