Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Brazil)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that focuses on grappling with an emphasis on ground fighting. The goal is to achieve a dominant position and ensure that an attacker taps out as quickly as possible. Read more...
Capoeira (Brazil)
Salvador, Bahia – Member of the Capoeira Group, led by Tonho Matéria, during a performance at the Circuito do Campo Grande. Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form inspired by games, dance, and martial arts. Read more...
Luta Livre (Brazil)
Luta Livre was developed in the mid-20th century in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The creator of the Luta Livre system was Euclydes Hatem (Tatu). He is considered one of the best. Read more...
Vale Tudo (Brazil)
Vale Tudo translates from Portuguese as ‘anything goes’ and is a Brazilian martial art that has become popular worldwide. In Brazil, the term vale tudo was first used in fistfights. Read more...