Announcements, Events, Seminar
Renzo Gracie Clarksville to Host Exclusive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Seminar with Nicholas Meregali
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Clarksville, TN – April 1, 2025 – Renzo Gracie Clarksville is thrilled to announce an exclusive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar featuring Nicholas Meregali, one of the sport’s most dominant and accomplished competitors. This highly anticipated event is scheduled for
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Women's History Month
Leading the Way for Women in Judo: Sensei Brinna Lavelle in Clarksville
As we celebrate Women's History Month, Renzo Gracie Clarksville proudly highlights Sensei Brinna Lavelle, a remarkable Judoka whose dedication, skill, and mentorship continue to shape the next generation of martial artists. A skilled competitor and passionate instructor, Brinna stands as
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Women's History Month
The Suffragette Who Knew Jiu-Jitsu
Edith Garrud was a pioneering British martial artist and suffragette who used her expertise in jujutsu to empower women during the early 20th century. Born Edith Margaret Williams in 1872 in Bath, England, she married William Garrud, a physical culture
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Women's History Month
Yvone Duarte’s Journey as the First Female BJJ Coral Belt
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has long been a male-dominated field, but pioneers like Yvone Duarte have reshaped the landscape, proving that women belong at the highest levels of competition and leadership. As the first woman to earn a black belt in BJJ,
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Women's History Month
The Most Dangerous Woman in the World
Fredia "The Cheetah" Gibbs, born on July 8, 1963, in Chester, Pennsylvania, has earned her place in sports history as a trailblazer in martial arts and combat sports. Her journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a world-renowned athlete is
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