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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Carlos Gracie Jr. shares moves with Pasco students

By David Rice, Times Correspondent Thursday, May 24, 2012 Carlos Gracie Jr., left, and Marcio Feitosa demonstrate some of the ground tactics that have made Brazilian jiu -jitsu one of the most coveted disciplines in mixed martial arts fighting. Gracie, the creator of the International Federation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, spoke to about 60 people Sunday. NEW PORT RICHEY — The Mixed Martial Arts ...

Jiu Jitsu clubs rewarded with medals

Greg Nield and Wes Govan returned to Penticton from the provincial Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championships with some bling.

Carbullido nabs 2 gold medals: Now training for World Jiu-Jitsu Championships this weekend

Mike Carbullido gains the upper hand on his opponent at the 2012 Long Beach Spring Open International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Championship May 12 in Long Beach, Calif.

How jiu-jitsu inspired Kentwood teacher Elena Stowell to work through the grief over her daughter's death

Elena Stowell loves to tell stories about her daughter, Carly, who died suddenly in April 2007 — a week before her 15th birthday.

Gandaoli is part of new generation in jiu-jitsu

Editor's note: This column is about mixed martial arts, and it will appear on a biweekly basis on Thursdays.