Macsen’s Journey: From White Belt to Aspiring World Champion at Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu In the heart of Yate, the Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu school is cultivating a new generation of martial artists. Among its young talents is Macsen, an 8-and-a-half-year-old dynamo...
Empowering Our Local Youth: Taking a Stand Against Bullying with Gracie Barra Yate In recent times, the pressing issue of bullying in schools across the United Kingdom has sparked a community-wide call for increased protection for our local children. Advocates are...
Empowering Women Through Jiu-Jitsu: A Conversation with Professor Kirsty Carpenter Introduction In the realm of martial arts, Gracie Barra Yate stands out not just for its reputation as a hub of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu excellence but also for the diverse group of skilled...
Duncan Bell: From England Rugby Player to Jiu-Jitsu Champion In the world of sports, transition is never easy. But when you’re an England Rugby player like Duncan Bell, trading the pitch for the mats of Jiu-Jitsu might just be the ultimate metamorphosis. We sat...
Jiu-Jitsu Yourself Happy Jiu-Jitsu releases endorphins, dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endogenous opioids – these are neurochemicals that boost mood, motivation, social bonding, and cognition. Now ‘that’s’ not available through any supplements or ‘positive...
Rising Star Melissa Rodrigues: A Testament to Gracie Barra Yate’s Exceptional BJJ Program Gracie Barra Yate continues to shine as a hub of exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu talent, with 22-year-old Melissa Alexandra Costa Rodrigues standing at the forefront of...
