Early Influence
In 1978, the legendary Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and teacher, Rolls Gracie, met up with legendary wrestling coach, Bob Anderson. After training together — sharing techniques and ideas — the two became fast friends. Many of Anderson’s insights were incorporated into Rolls’ jiu-jitsu game.
Every Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu white belt learns the keylock. The keylock was brought into jiu-jitsu by Anderson during a training session with Rolls when Rolls asked him what he would do from a certain position.
Every since the keylock has also been known as The American Lock or The Americana.
Give It a Try!
Whether you’re a wrestler looking to get into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or a jiu-jitsu student looking for an edge in his or her no-gi game, Madama Jiu-Jitsu Academy’s new wrestling class might be for you.
And if you do decide to come to our wrestling class, do so knowing that you are following in the footsteps of one of the greatest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practioners of all time, Rolls Gracie.
