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Looking for a family activity? 5 reasons why you should try BJJ

As you all know, we work hard to keep an inspiring and safe environment at our school, which we are very proud of. So more and more families can join us and have fun together. And many people have! If you have never considered jiu-jitsu as an activity that your whole family can engage in and benefit from, here are some reasons why you should: It’s tricky to find something

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2019 New Year’s Resolution: train now, pay next year!

This is the opportunity you were waiting to start your new year fitness resolution! Join the Gracie Barra Family today to start taking advantage of unlimited Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Kids & Adults, No Gi, Conditioning, and Special Events for the whole family and start paying your membership ONLY IN 2019! Contact us NOW to know more about this offer! [contact-form-7 id=”4431″ title=”Train Now, Pay Next Year”]

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Fall Referral Program 2018 – The best way to start the season!

Help us spread the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle and get an incredible deal! We all know about the many benefits of Jiu-jitsu and how it can do wonders for our mind, body and soul. Then why not tell all these to people you care about? AND save money at the same time? Take part in our FALL REFERRAL PROGRAM and help us build a great and strong BJJ community. Invite a

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Are you mentally prepared? Meditation and BJJ

How Mindfulness can improve your Jiu-Jitsu experience. When it comes to success in sports, coaches and athletes know that there’s a mental component, but many don’t have an understanding of how to prepare psychologically. That’s where the concept of mindfulness can be beneficial. Meditation is not only great for stress relief and health (even the American Heart Association recommends adopting a regular practice!), but it can also give you a

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Ambassadeurs GB : améliorez vos compétences et soutenez les athlètes GB !

Join our Ambassadors Training Day, on Sep 15th, from 12:00 – 2:00 pm, and help our athletes to achieve their dreams! This day will involve our GB Quebec members of all ages learning from our GB black belts/coaches. An excellent opportunity to improve your skills, learn new techniques, train with different partners and encourage Quebec athletes. All funds raised from this event will go directly to the GB Quebec Ambassador

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My Child Is a Bully? What Do I Do? Learn how to help

Even though it can be extremely hard to deal with the idea that your child might be the offender – the one using bullying behaviours – it’s very important to pay attention to some warning signs. Professor Marcelo Bonanca talks about them in this video. Knowledge is power, so learn how you can help your kid to get to the root of the real issues and make positive decisions. To watch the

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Bullying: a practical guide to spot the issue & take the 1st steps

Unfortunately, for many students, back to school is synonymous with back to bullying. At our school, we deal every day with many parents concerned about this problem. That’s why we have put together a video to help more and more people to spot the issue and take the first steps to address it properly. Please share if you think this might help someone you know! If you want to know

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How being part of the Jiu-Jitsu community will help you in life

Within the Jiu-Jitsu community, people from all backgrounds come together to become better versions of themselves. We can only achieve our highest selves within a community. We need the alternative lenses, the support, and accountability that a community provides to fully actualize ourselves in our unique way. Jiu-Jitsu delivers the specific community that an individual needs to grow. This is, perhaps, the most immediately tangible benefit of BJJ training. So,

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Why committing to jiu-jitsu will help your kid succeed in life

According to science, kids who participate in at least two years of an activity are grittier and more successful in life. Practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a great way to stimulate perseverance. When parents research for a constructive activity for their kids, one that will help them evolve physically and mentally, they often end up enrolling them in jiu-jitsu. After all, the “gentle art” increases self-confidence, develops kids character, discipline and collaboration,

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