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🥋 GRACIE BARRA OVAL – LONDON | ANNUAL KIDS GRADING 🥋A very special day is coming for our young champions! ❤️💙This year’s...
31/08/2026

🥋 GRACIE BARRA OVAL – LONDON | ANNUAL KIDS GRADING 🥋

A very special day is coming for our young champions! ❤️💙

This year’s Annual Kids Grading is even more meaningful as we celebrate 10 years of Gracie Barra Oval – London and embrace The New Beginning of our academy and our family.

📅 Saturday, 26th September
⏰ Grading: 10:00am – 11:00am
🥤 Refreshments & Family Gathering: 11:00am – 12:00pm

All our Kids Programme groups will come together:

🟡 Little Champions 1 | 5–6 years
🟠 Little Champions 2 | 7–9 years
🟢 Juniors & Teens | 10–14 years

Grading is more than receiving a new belt or stripe. It is an opportunity to recognise our students’ commitment, discipline, courage, improvement and consistency throughout their Jiu-Jitsu journey.

We warmly invite all parents and families to stay after the grading for refreshments and a gathering as we celebrate our children, our academy’s 10-year anniversary, and this exciting new chapter together.

❤️ The New Beginning of the Gracie Barra Oval Family — Together We Are Stronger.

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📱 WhatsApp: +44 7723 219 583
☎️ 020 7582 8844

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🥋 10 YEARS. ONE FAMILY. ONE LEGACY. ❤️🖤🔺WE ARE GRACIE BARRA🔺We are proud to celebrate 10 incredible years of Gracie Barr...
23/08/2026

🥋 10 YEARS. ONE FAMILY. ONE LEGACY. ❤️🖤

🔺WE ARE GRACIE BARRA🔺

We are proud to celebrate 10 incredible years of Gracie Barra Oval – London!

For a decade, our academy has been more than a place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It has become a family and community where children and adults come together to learn, grow, challenge themselves and build friendships on and off the mats.

🔥 TRAIN. GROW. BELONG.

At Gracie Barra Oval – London, we offer:

🥋 World-Class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instruction
👦👧 Kids Programme – Ages 5–14
💪 Adult Programme – All Levels
🔰 Complete Beginners Welcome
🛡️ Practical Self-Defence Skills
🏆 Competition & Advanced Training
❤️ A Supportive and Welcoming Family Atmosphere

Jiu-Jitsu is more than martial arts. It develops confidence, discipline, focus, resilience, fitness and respect — qualities that we carry into everyday life.

A massive THANK YOU to every student, parent, instructor, staff member and friend who has been part of our journey over these 10 years.

🏆 10 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
❤️ 10 YEARS OF ONE FAMILY

Now we look forward to the next chapter — and we invite you to be part of it.

📍 Gracie Barra Oval – London
🌐 www.graciebarraoval.com
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: +44 7734 463932

JIU-JITSU FOR EVERYONE.

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🥋 TRAIN BJJ ON YOUR LUNCH BREAK! 🔥Turn your lunchtime into one of the most productive hours of your day at Gracie Barra ...
18/08/2026

🥋 TRAIN BJJ ON YOUR LUNCH BREAK! 🔥

Turn your lunchtime into one of the most productive hours of your day at Gracie Barra Oval – London.

Our GB1 Fundamentals Classes are designed for complete beginners as well as anyone who wants to strengthen their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu foundations.

📅 MONDAY TO FRIDAY
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

In just one hour, you’ll work on:

🥋 SELF-DEFENCE
Learn practical techniques and develop the skills to protect yourself with confidence.

🎯 DISCIPLINE & FOCUS
Build concentration, resilience, respect and mental strength — on and off the mats.

💪 POWERFUL TRAINING
Improve your fitness, mobility, coordination and understanding of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

🔥 BUILD REAL CONFIDENCE
Challenge yourself, become stronger physically and mentally, and take that confidence into your everyday life.

No previous experience is necessary. Complete beginners are always welcome.

Don’t just spend your lunch break — invest it in yourself.

🔺 GRACIE BARRA OVAL – LONDON
🥋 Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone

📲 GET IN TOUCH & BOOK YOUR CLASS

🌐 www.graciebarraoval.com
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: +44 7734 463932

Message us today and start your Jiu-Jitsu journey! 🥋🔥

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18/08/2026

🥋 DOUBLE UNDER PASS COUNTER | BASIC TO ADVANCED 🔺

From strong fundamentals to advanced applications — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is about understanding the principles behind every movement.

In this video, Gracie Barra Oval Head Instructor Professor Eduardo Carriello, 5th Degree Black Belt, demonstrates the Double Under Pass Counter, showing how the position can be understood, developed and applied from basic through to advanced levels.

With 35 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Professor Eduardo brings technical knowledge and attention to detail to help students understand not only what to do, but also why and when a technique works.

🔺 BASIC → INTERMEDIATE → ADVANCED

🥋 Technique & understanding
🧠 Timing, leverage & strategy
💪 Mobility, control & efficiency
🛡️ Practical self-defence
🔥 Discipline & confidence

At Gracie Barra Oval – London, our structured programmes welcome everyone — from complete beginners taking their first steps in Jiu-Jitsu to experienced practitioners looking to refine and advance their game.

Learn the fundamentals. Understand the concepts. Develop your Jiu-Jitsu.

🔺 GRACIE BARRA OVAL – LONDON
Jiu-Jitsu for Everyone

🌐 www.graciebarraoval.com
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: +44 7734 463932

📩 Contact us today and book your first class!

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🥋 SEPTEMBER SPECIAL OFFER! 🥋Start your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey at Gracie Barra Oval–London this September and receiv...
14/08/2026

🥋 SEPTEMBER SPECIAL OFFER! 🥋

Start your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey at Gracie Barra Oval–London this September and receive a FREE FULL GRACIE BARRA UNIFORM when you sign up! 🔥

Whether you are a complete beginner or returning to training, our welcoming academy offers professional instruction in a positive, safe and family-friendly environment.

✅ Classes for kids and adults
✅ Suitable for complete beginners
✅ Professional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction
✅ Free full Gracie Barra uniform

🚨 This offer is available to NEW MEMBERS ONLY.

Sign up now and begin your journey with our Gracie Barra family!

🌐 www.graciebarraoval.com
📧 [email protected]
📱 WhatsApp: +44 7734 463932

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🥋 GRACIE BARRA OVAL LONDON💧 HYDRATION & PERFORMANCEHydration is more important than simply quenching thirst. It affects ...
06/08/2026

🥋 GRACIE BARRA OVAL LONDON
💧 HYDRATION & PERFORMANCE

Hydration is more important than simply quenching thirst. It affects circulation, oxygen and nutrient transport, temperature regulation, cellular function, and brain performance. Proper hydration is essential for overall body function, and even small fluid losses can impair both physical and mental performance.
A common mistake is waiting until thirst appears before drinking water.
Thirst, and especially a dry mouth, is a late sign of dehydration. By the time it occurs, cells may already be dehydrated.
This is especially important for older adults, as the thirst reflex weakens with age. Many elderly people do not feel thirsty even when they need fluids, so regular drinking throughout the day is essential.

It is also important to note that water cannot be replaced by coffee, tea, or juice. While these contribute some fluid, they do not provide the same physiological hydration benefits as plain water.

Hydration is also about balance, not excess. Drinking too much water without enough electrolytes, especially sodium, can dilute blood sodium levels, causing hyponatremia (water intoxication), which can be dangerous.

⚡ Key Points About Hydration

* Don’t wait for thirst. It is a late sign of dehydration.
* Even mild dehydration matters. It can reduce energy, focus, circulation, and performance.
* Older adults are at higher risk. The thirst mechanism weakens with age.
* Water is irreplaceable. Coffee, tea, and juice are not substitutes.
* Maintain electrolyte balance. Excess water without sodium can be harmful.
* Hydration supports all body systems. Essential for heart, brain, metabolism, digestion, and overall health.

⚠️ Signs of Dehydration

* Weakness, fatigue, and drowsiness
* Irritability and poor concentration
* False hunger (body actually needs water)
* Headache, especially in the morning
* Dizziness when standing (postural hypotension)

🧪 How to Make Alkaline Water at Home
You need filtered water and unrefined sea salt or Himalayan pink salt.
Method:
* Add ½ teaspoon (≈1 ml) of salt per 1–1.5 liters of water
* Stir well until fully dissolved

💪 Train hard. Recover smart. Stay hydrated.

📌 GB Oval Family — Please Pin This Important Date in Your Calendar! 📌🥋 Special Seminar & Grading with Master Vinicius Dr...
14/07/2026

📌 GB Oval Family — Please Pin This Important Date in Your Calendar! 📌

🥋 Special Seminar & Grading with Master Vinicius Draculino 🥋

Dear GB Oval Family,

We are delighted to invite all our members to a very special day of learning, inspiration, and celebration as we welcome Master Vinicius Draculino to Gracie Barra Oval – London.

This is a unique opportunity to train with one of the most respected masters in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, learn valuable techniques, and experience the knowledge, passion, and philosophy that have inspired generations of practitioners around the world.

📅 Saturday 3rd October
⏰ Seminar: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🏅 Grading: 12:00 PM

🍽️ Celebration Lunch at Preto Restaurant - Victoria - London
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

This special event also marks our 10 Year School Anniversary, celebrating a decade of commitment, growth, friendship, and the GB spirit that makes our academy a true family.

After the seminar and grading, we will continue the celebrations together with our GB family at Preto Restaurant.

12/07/2026

🥋Every sweep starts with the right reaction.

In this lesson, Master Draculino demonstrates an effective Octopus Guard entry from Knee Shield, using timing, leverage, and weight transfer to off-balance the opponent instead of relying on strength. By recognizing the opponent’s movement and creating the right angle, the sweep becomes both efficient and difficult to defend.

🎥 Watch the full lesson on GB Online.



Congratulations to our team member Vicky for the gold medal at the IBJJF London Open this weekend. ⭐️ 🥇
15/06/2026

Congratulations to our team member Vicky for the gold medal at the IBJJF London Open this weekend. ⭐️ 🥇

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