Ryan Deichert, Owner and Gracie Black Belt, is dedicated to sharing the authentic Gracie System that the late Grand Master Helio Gracie created. Our Gracie Basics Program is safe, energetic and, by far, the best way to get started in the most effective martial art in the world: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is for everyone!Ā Tampa Jiu JitsuĀ instructors are specially trained to teach beginners in a way that is easy to understand. Ryan has taught thousands of students over the last 20 years. They have discovered the easiest, safest, and fastest method to impart the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu self defense of Helio Gracie and his son, Relson Gracie.
Our Gracie Jiu-Jitsu 101 Program is easy to learn and perfect for anyone of any size, no matter if s/he is āin shapeā or āout of shape.ā Gracie Basics is the best presentation of fundamental Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, whether your goal is to be a hobbyist or a Gracie Black Belt. Gracie Basics will get you in shape through consistent training, and practicing the techniques. Contact us for more information.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu 101 is a motivational program, geared toward teaching leadership skills in addition to the Jiu-Jitsu curriculum. We emphasize safety, optimism, humility, respect and an open dialogue between student and instructor.
- Stand up Self Defense, Striking, and Takedowns
- Ground Defense and Ground Submissions
- Learn how to overcome Panic with breathing control
- Simple Techniques that do not require strength
- Step by Step instruction at your own pace
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu 101 Combat Techniques (This is not a sport)
The techniques taught in this course are Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Combat techniques, not sport techniques. These combat techniques can be applied to the sports of MMA and BJJ, but when in real battle, one must be aware of punches, kicks and other moves that may be illegal in sport.
Who trusts and uses Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu combat techniques?
- FBI
- Secret Service
- Local police depts
- U.S. Border Patrol
- CIA
- Special Forces
- Delta
- Navy SEAL
- US Army
- US Air Force
- US Marine Corps
- US Coast Guard
- U.S. Army
*Most branches of military and Law enforcement have adopted this program in their own combatives program because of its simplicity, effectiveness and ability to save lives.
MMA is not real combat, it is a sport
We are the biggest fans of Mixed Martial Arts here at Balance Studios, but we do not forget that MMA is a sport and not reality combat on the street. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu 101 gives you the means to survive a street encounter.
Facts about real fighting on the street
- No rules on the street
- No weight classes
- No time limit
- You canāt pick your opponent
- No gloves or protective gear
- No rounds
- Tapping out is not respected
- No Refs
- No payday
The Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lifestyle
I guarantee that you will quickly become addicted to the Gracie jiu-jitsu way of life. Most students enroll in our program because of the effectiveness of the techniques, but quickly become enchanted with the lifestyle. Jiu-Jitsu becomes a reason to take care of yourself in all aspects of your life.
Components of a Jiu-Jitsu Life
- Balanced Diet
- Train BJJ daily
- Yoga poses and breathing
- Play Chess
- Strength Training
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cross training in MMA
- Always studying technique
- Live the āgentleā way
Gracie Black Belt Jiu Jitsu
Ryan has applied his 20 years of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu experience to the execution of this revolutionary program. The Migliarese Brothers have outlined and organized the techniques required for steady progress towards your Black Belt, and have defined a formula for success in the Gracie Black Belt Program.
The āBalance Teaching Methodā gives students focused, organized and informed instruction on the path to their Black Belt, while emphasizing that Jiu-Jitsu education should be fun, motivating, and easy.
Gracie Black Belt Jiu-Jitsu focuses on the following:
- Advance Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Gi techniques
- No Gi Submission grappling
- Judo
- WrestlingĀ Throws
- Arm, wrist, & Leg locks
- Team Sparring,
- Competition Class
- Open Mat Sparring.