Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

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Training, courtesy, and a friendly environment are staples of Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. The studio boast two training areas (upstairs and downstairs), a lounge area, bleachers for spectators, and clean facilities. Students are encouraged not only to to train hard, but to have fun and make friends too.

Styles taught are Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, and traditional boxing. With the main style taught being Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the Ralph Gracie academy incorporates Gi and No-Gi classes as an added benefit. Classes taught are approximately 1 to 1-1/2 hours in length, and generally follow the format of warm up and instruction, ending with an optional sparring session.

Beginners classes focus on the core fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and are closely monitored by the instructors to gauge the student's progress. Students learn and practice submissions, escapes, positioning and self defense. The fundamentals class is directed not only for the beginner but also for the more advanced students to sharpen basic techniques.

Once the student has been invited, the student is welcome to attend both the beginner classes as well as the intermediate/advanced class. The intermediate/advanced classes will vary each night. Please check the schedule for class specifics. This class is designed for students interested in advanced techniques for competition and self-defense. Students learn and practice advanced sweeps, submissions, escapes and counters, how to reverse an attacker and how to force their opponent into submission. Detailed instruction in technique, specific drilling, and position advancement are the main focus of this class. Competition is encouraged, but not required.

Joining this academy means so much more than learning top level BJJ though. Its about becoming part of the family. Learning self defense and martial arts is the premise of the academy, of course, but what really makes this gym special is the relationships that are formed there. Each day, you are greeted with a smile and treated with the utmost respect. Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu also regularly host parties and get-togethers that helps to bond the students, staff, and instructors. Ralph Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is not only for adults, children are welcome too. Children's classes are designed to teach the kids physical fitness, self-defense, social skills, and to have fun!

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• Benefits:
• Excellent form of self-defense
• Enhances flexibility and stamina
• Strength conditioning
• Professional training
• Confidence
• Discipline
• Develops self awareness and assertiveness
• Stress reduction and positive attitude

• Affiliation:

Ralph (pronounced Halph) Gracie Jiu Jitsu in Anaheim is affiliated with Ralph Gracie. Ralph Gracie is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu mixed martial artist and a member of the famous Gracie family, which is credited with the development and popularity of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in recent years. Ralph Gracie is the son of Robson Gracie and brother of Renzo and Ryan Gracie.

Ralph "Pitbull" Gracie earned his nickname because of his individual approach to the typical, passive approach of Gracie BJJ. His brutal and aggresive style of BJJ has solidified him as one of the most formidable Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belts (3rd degree) in the world. His professional MMA record is 6-1, with four of his wins coming by way of submission. One of his most notable students is the world famous BJ Penn.

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