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November 4, 2026Culture

BJJ Coral and Red Belts: What They Mean and Who Holds Them

The coral and red belts are jiu-jitsu's highest ranks, reached after 31 to 48 years as a black belt. What each one means, the five Gracie brothers who hold the 10th degree, every red belt we could confirm, and the best-known coral belts.

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November 2, 2026Culture

The Gracie Family Tree: Who's Who in Jiu-Jitsu's First Family

The Gracie family tree in one chart: Carlos and Hélio Gracie, their sons and grandsons, the Machado cousins, and how Gracie Barra, Alliance, 10th Planet and other teams trace their lineage back to them.

January 31, 2026Culture

BJJ in 2026: Top Trends Shaping the Sport

From no-gi dominance and leg lock evolution to AI-powered training tools and the masters boom, these are the trends defining Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2026.

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