Rickson Gracie: Exclusive interview July 2011

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Filmed in Rio de Janeiro in July of 2011 shortly before he taught a seminar on his "invisible jiu-jitsu", this rare interview gives us an insight into this master's philosophies and attitudes like never before. This exclusive English language interview, BJJ legend Master Rickson Gracie discusses topics such as:

* How his philosophy and attitude toward jiu-jitsu has changed with age.
* Why people should learn his "invisible jiu-jitsu".
* How he feels about modern techniques and positions such as 50-50 guard.
* His attitude toward modern advancements in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
* Who he feels will carry on the family legacy by promoting the art of jiu-jitsu.

Interview by Hywel Teague for BJJHacks.com -- http://www.bjjhacks.com

Soundtrack:
Sweet Dream by 'Angry'
http://soundcloud.com/the-angry-buddah

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[blutobelushi]

people have no idea how good this bloke is.he is one of the best ever.

[Arman Vanessian]

This interview is pure gold...thanks for posting

[vincentscheiss]

..i´m 128 pounds almost everyone has 50 pounds on me, he is so great.. ricksons words a philosophic..

[Santisantiago]

different people, different minds. Even if they are brothers. For some people it is easier to learn language than others. Pronunciation, grammar, spelling and so on.

[siasti]

I've always wondered why Rorian Gracie speaks perfect idiomatic English while both Rickson and Royce still struggle with grammar after years in the US...

[TheGoogler77]

I ducked some good fighters though.

[albaraaa]

yeah they are legends btw Chuck Norris learned BJJ for almost 28 years search it in youtube

[kapitbahaytvful]

Not doing anything like his nephew qhen he fought galvao at metamoris. Lmao.

[halcon7000]

Some of the guys below comments bla bla hipotetic,he lretired undefeated and he is the leyend actual fighter of the 20th century plus his teachings still apply to actual self defense .

[MrHDGH]

Such an inspiration! A true martial arts master!

[lonnie333]

Fighting an opponent bigger and stronger than you is what BJJ is all about. Great interview and great points.

[Martin Kove]

i do, as i said..great grappler..but his striking is almost non existant..and as we both know, even the greatest grapplers get destroyed in mma nowadays..ie Damien Maia