Jiu jitsu is the first martial art. It combines the elements of striking, which became karate, with the balance which often become part of Judo, and grappling, submission. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
Boxer guys are very tough and they play a very tough game, but its a game. Karate guys, tae kwon doe guys, kickboxers or judo guys, they are very tough guys and a lot of heart and a lot of… — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
The most important thing is not victory, the most important thing is don't get defeated. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
I didn't want a girlfriend that had that type of relationship with me, a weak relationship, of not knowing what I do, not being… — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
In terms of society, we need positive influences to imbue stronger people - MMA doesn't bring anything to the table for that. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
I try to protect Kron in a way that he won't face the worst challenge in his first MMA fight, and then he will… — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
I know this might sound like an exaggeration, but Helio Gracie was to Jiu Jitsu what Albert Einstein was to physics. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
What makes you tough is your mindset and I believe anyone can be tough. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
I believe in a code of honor, my personal Bushido. I'm not in a fight to make blood. I'm there for the technique. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
The biggest gift I received as a martial artist is without a question the capacity to be in peace. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
I breathe jiu-jitsu, so I never had this outside view of the sport. — Rickson Gracie Copy Share Image
