Kyra Gracie 2012 Documentary: Soon to be released
Kyra Gracie documentary soon to be launched from the combined effort of Journalist/film maker Hywel Teague and talented film maker Stuart Cooper (Stuart Cooper Films). After the release of BJJ Hacks’ first short film on Kyra Gracie (KYRA GRACIE UNCOVERED) viewers have been waiting for an encore. In having teamed up with one of the best up and coming film makers around, Stuart Cooper, their final cut has very high expectations.
I have had the pleasure of viewing a fair amount of footage shot for the documentary and truly enjoyed it! This work is an excellent way for those who are unfamiliar with Kyra or her contributions through her social outreach project Instituto Kapacidade to learn.
Although the release date for this much anticipated film has yet to be announced (expected End/March) it is just around the corner.
WATCH KYRA GRACIE 2012 DOCUMENTARY TRAILER
Very much looking forward to the release of another success by BJJ Hacks and Stuart Cooper Filmes.
Dennis A. Asche
BJJ in Chicago’s Jiu-jitsu Gi drive
Connection Rio is proud to help sponsor BJJ in Chicago’s kimono drive for those in need.
In January of 2012, BJJ in Chicago asked people to donate gis they did not need and over 50 gis where collected, a great response from the BJJ community. Currently, they have well over 100 gis and will have more before they are done collecting. After a tremendous amount of research the calculated cost is a great deal of money for these gis to get to their destination. BJJ in Chicago need help in transporting the kimonos here to Brazil and have set up a fund raiser to make sure these donations reach their destination in Brazil.
There is a list of perks that are available for different donation amounts on BJJ in Chicago’s site, including limited edition items only for Gi Drive donors, and other perks donated by some amazing individuals and companies.
They have also put together a few premium perks for people who feel as passionate about this project as BJJ in Chicago do. Donating money is a gratifying feeling in itself, but they … Continue reading
Connection Rio BJJ Camp, Rio de Janeiro
Connection Rio BJJ Camp, that is how the Connection Rio hostels are often referred to by those who have yet to visit. Is CR a camp in the sense that all of your activities are pre-programmed and your hand held, no. How about CR being a camp that hands you a daily schedule to adhere to, the answer is also no.We do however cater to BJJ camps from abroad through accommodation at the Connection Rio hostels.
In essence Connection Rio is a BJJ Camp, by fact that the majority of guests train or end up training Jiu-jitsu during their stay. CR may also be categorised as a BJJ Camp from the general good moral in training and making the most of time here in Rio de Janeiro among guests. Regardless, it is important to know that Connection Rio is a BJJ hostel providing all of the options that a BJJ Camp has to offer and more. CR gives each and every guest an opportunity to explore the city on their own, without a pre-set itinerary as to what they will be … Continue reading
Travel times to BJJ clubs around Rio
There is so much BJJ in Rio it’s untrue. By no means does everyone who stays at CR train at the nearby Gordo Jiu-Jitsu. But most first-timers to Rio choose Gordo’s because getting around is a little tricky if you’re not an experienced traveller, speak a little Portuguese, or just confident in your ability not to get lost.
Once you’ve been here a short time, you’ll find the public transport system pretty straight forward. You may want to explore the city and visit other academies. If so, here is a quick list (by no means exhaustive) of well-known BJJ academies with travelling distance of the CR houses in Barra da Tijuca.
Gordo’s – 1 min away, walking
Barra da Tijuca has many gyms, such as Gracie Barra, Akxe Jiu-Jitsu, Tata’s etc – between 15-20mins away, via bus and/or walking
Recreio has X-Gym (powerhouse MMA and BJJ gym with 7th degree Sylvio Behring teaching BJJ there), a GFT academy and more – around 25-30 mins away, via bus/minivan
Leblon has Nova Geraçao and Alliance – about 25mins via bus and walking
Lagoa has BTT and Raphael Abi-Rihan … Continue reading
Brazilian Nationals of Jiu-jitsu (Brasileiros) 2012, Rio de Janeiro
The IBJJF Brazilian National Jiu-jitsu Championship or Brasileiros (Campionato Brasileiro) is just around the corner, are you ready? This is one of the most prestigious championships in the World of Jiu-jitsu, with Brazil’s top athletes of today on the mats. Large brackets with tough competitors filling them up, fighting for a chance to wear the gold medal on top of the podium. If you are from abroad and planning a trip to Brazil, this is a great event to compete in, if only for experience it will test you.
IBJJF Brazilian Nationals of Jiu-jitsu/Brasileiros official dates:
The Brasileiros will take place at the ginásio do Grajaú Country Club – RJ, on the 27th, 28th & 29th of April & 05th & 06th of May.
Registration Deadlines:
1st week: 19th/April/2012
2nd week: 26th/April/2012
Affiliation Deadline: 28th/March/2012
Attention: Only athletes who are affiliated before the deadline expires are eligible for registration.
Affiliations and registration can be made online: IBJJF Official Site
Extending Your Tourist Visa in Brazil
Long-term tourists in Brazil will need to extend their visa if they wish to stay longer than 90 days. This process is not difficult, but can be tricky without a guide to take you through the various steps of the process.
Most international visitors get a 90-day visa upon entering Brazil. If you stay longer than this but do not extend the visa, you will be charge R$8/day for every day you overstay, up to a maximum of R$800. This fine can be paid upon leaving the country, but you also have the option to pay when you re-enter the country at a later time.
Bear in mind when you renew your visa, you get 90 days from the date of renewal. So if you renew it 3 weeks prior to expiry, you will get 180 days minus 3 weeks. Don’t leave it too late either! Make sure you renew it at least a few days prior to expiry in case there are any problems.
We do not recommend overstaying a visa to any of our guests, and due to … Continue reading
Connection Rio, a Jiu jitsu hostel
Connection Rio, a Jiu-jitsu hostel.
In Rio de Janeiro, 2009, Connection Rio opened the doors of this Rio based Jiu-jitsu hostel to the public. Many travellers from around the World where already familiar with the service provided by Connection Rio helping to find accommodation in the city of Rio de Janeiro. What was now different was the fact that accommodation was now provided at CR’s own location, a Jiu-jitsu hostel. There have been and are many themes for hostels in the city of Rio de Janeiro but none can truly say that they are comparable with Connection Rio.
Learn more about Connection Rio Founder Dennis Asche and how CR came to be.
Connection Rio’s Jiu-jitsu hostels in Rio de Janeiro are dedicated to bringing athletes and practitioners from around the planet to one common destination. CR hostels are not 5 star resorts (see related article), nor where they ever intended to be. Connection Rio Jiu-jitsu hostels provide a common ground, with the basic necessities (including WIFI) for travellers to meet and enjoy this great city of Rio de Janeiro.
Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle, which goes hand … Continue reading
Jock Itch – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: local cure
Jock itch is no more comfortable in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil than any where else in the World. The difference is that here, in this hot and humid climate it is much more common of a nuisance. There is no better cure than prevention, done simply by staying clean and showered throughout your day, especially immediately after training. However if you do find yourself with an itch, there is a pharmacy right around the corner with an easy solution.
Hipoglos, a cream used for diaper rash on infants is inexpensive and does not expose your skin to harsh chemicals. The infant or children’s section of your neighbourhood pharmacy and even grocery store most likely will have this product in stock. As it can be an embarrassing or uncomfortable situation asking at the pharmacy if you do not know what you are looking for or how to say it, the word Hipoglos is pronounced (E-po-glos) in Rio de Janeiro. Hopefully you do not find yourself in need of the product but if you do, there is a solution!
CrossFit in Rio de Janeiro with Connection Rio (VIDEO)
CrossFit in Rio de Janeiro with Connection Rio!
CrossFit in Rio de Janeiro is lead by the cities top trainer coach Jeremy Denardo, founder of CrossFit Zona Sul. Coach Denardo has over six years experience working with rehabilitation of injured athletes and everyday people, as well as being a very competent Wrestling coach, in addition to being CrossFit certified.
CrossFit is for all to participate in. Scalable workouts means that any and everyone can join in no matter what your personal fitness level currently is, a professional athlete or just living a healthy lifestyle, coach Denardo will put together a workout that meets your needs. Weather you are a Carioca (native of Rio de Janeiro) or visiting, see for yourself what CrossFit Zona Sul has to offer.
It is a pleasure to have Jeremy Denardo working together with Connection Rio, there is bright future ahead!
WATCH COACH DENARDO IN ACTION AND FIND OUT ABOUT CROSSFIT ZONA SUL
Connection Rio 5 Star Accommodation
Connection Rio 5 Star accommodation
Have you heard about Connection Rio’s five star accommodation; The one with luxury spa, ball room and 24 hour concierge service? If CR accommodation has been portraid to you as a 5 star rated accommodation and this is what your expectations are upon arrival, first impressions will be a let down. There is no 24 concierge service, luxury spa or ball room… However, the very reasonably priced accommodation will leave you with more funds to enjoy this marvellous city. It will also give you a true taste of the Jiu-jitsu Lifestyle, where BJJ became what it is today. Connection Rio provides a common ground on which athletes and BJJ practitioners from around the Word may unite to experience Brazilian Jiu-jitsu in the mother land of BJJ, see Brazilian culture and enjoy what Rio de Janeiro has to offer.
Rather than holding your hand through the time spent in Rio de Janeiro, CR provides a platform that allows for people with common interests and paths to meet and explore the city of Rio together. Five star accommodation is … Continue reading
