Gracie Barra Westchase: How much of jiu-jitsu is mental vs physical strength

If you ask a beginner at Gracie Barra Westchase how much of this sport is physical, they will probably tell you it is one hundred percent. Their lungs are burning, their forearms are tight, and they feel like they just wrestled a bear. But if you talk to the black belts who have been on […]
Gracie Barra Westchase: What do you want your child to gain from our anti bullying program

When you walk into Gracie Barra Westchase, the first thing you notice isn’t the smell of the mats or the sound of people hitting the floor. It’s the energy of a room full of kids who are slowly realizing they don’t have to be afraid. Most parents come to us because they’re worried about a […]
Gracie Barra Westchase: Why is Brazilian jiu jitsu the best stress solution for Houston residents

Let’s be honest about what living in Houston does to a person. Between the unrelenting traffic on the Beltway or I 10 and the pressure of keeping up with the pace of this city, it is incredibly easy to feel like you are just spinning your wheels. By the time you get home, your mind […]