Clark Gracie is a decorated champion and highly respected instructor. We talk about growing up in the Gracie family, past tension within the family, tips on using the guard effectively and his viral internet fame! Click “Read More” for show notes!

Show Notes:

Growing up Gracie

Living between Brazil and the US

Learning from his father

The importance of details in Jiu-Jitsu

His passion for teaching

His father’s teaching style

Building your own game

The bright future of Jiu-Jitsu / Kids Jiu-Jitsu

The rise of the Mexican, Australian and Asian BJJ scenes

His Grandfather, Grandmaster Carlos Gracie

His father being the first Gracie to arrive in the US

Past tensions within the Gracie family / Historical inaccuracies

The importance of recognizing Grandmasters Carlos and Helio Gracie equally

The impact Professor Rodrigo Medieros had on his Jiu-Jitsu

His offensive Guard game

Key details on having an effective Guard

The Omoplata and why he feels it is underutilized

Keys to finishing the Omoplata

“The Ridiculously Photogenic Jiu-Jitsu Guy”

Gi vs No-Gi

Becoming a Black Belt Pan Ams Champion

The significance of the Black Belt

Why so few people will reach a Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu

Advice for new instructors

Goals for 2017

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