Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a constantly evolving martial art with hundreds of attacks, defenses and positions. But the beauty of the art is also in its simplicity. Powerful submissions like the cross-choke exploit weaknesses in human physiology and can be utilized by anyone, from Roger Gracie at the Worlds to Victor’s little girl, Kayla.
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Technique: The Can Opener
Victor shows an effective way to open up your opponent when he’s turtled up and you’re having trouble getting your second hook established to take his back. Once you’ve established your second hook and take his back, then it’s time to submit with a collar choke! Check out the video here on youtube.
Check out some tournament photos!
Whether it’s your first competition or your hundredth, competing in a brazilian jiu-jitsu tournament is always an exciting experience. Competition allows you to test yourself, assess strengths and weaknesses in your jiu-jitsu game, and it builds a spirit of teamwork and camaraderie.
Check out some of the Team Victor Huber competitors in action at the Relson Gracie Tournament held at UNF arena. We’re especially proud of each one of our kid competitors.
Team Victor Huber preparing for Rio in July
Team Victor Huber is training hard for the Worlds in Rio de Janeiro in July. Last year, Charlie and Sean brought home golds from the Masters World Championships and the team plans to add to the medal count this July. Come train with us and help us represent North Florida when we compete in the mecca of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu!
Jiu-Jitsu is for kids, too!
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu has gained popularity due to mixed-martial arts events like the Ultimate Fighting Championship. But jiu-jitsu isn’t just for guys in the octagon. Jiu-jitsu is great for children, too!
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for kids…
- Builds self-esteem and confidence
- Helps prevent bullying before it starts
- Promotes physical fitness
- Increases mental fitness
- It’s a a drug-free antidote for our AD/HD world!
In the words of the late Grandmaster Helio Gracie, “Jiu-jitsu is an art that can soothe us without the need for violence. “
Your first class is always as our guest
If you’re new to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu or looking for a new academy at which to train, Victor Huber BJJ has a location near you. Call 904-588-5903 or email us (victor_huber@hotmail.com) for more information.
Our classes consist of:
- Warm-up and stretching
- Takedowns and takedown defense
- Ground techniques
- Lots of sparring
Come check us out. As Victor always says, “Your first class is always as my guest!“