Bullyproof: Rener Gracie taps Oprah channel for possible reality show
by Jesse Holland on May 26, 2010 11:09 AM EDT
Email
Print
Props: Sherdog.com
Quoteworthy:
"We came up with the idea about a year ago. We've had kids coming to our academy that have been tormented by bullies. They've been afraid to go to school. Some have even been suicidal. Training them (in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) and working with them helped build their confidence and it has basically inspired us to want to do something on a much larger scale. The plan is to reach out to these kids and take them under our wings. We want to teach them how to defend themselves, but more importantly, we want to build up their confidence and give them the motivation to want to go to school. Bullying is one of the top factors behind suicide in young kids. They don't need to be the victims anymore. We want to find those who are on the borderline and bring them back. Let's show them that there is hope and that they have a bright future. If this happens, it's going to be another shot in the arm for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It was my grandfather Helio's dream to empower the weak and my family would love nothing more than to continue to make that a reality. We've achieved the mount so far with this contest. Now let's go for the submission."
Rener Gracie wants to use jiu-jitsu to help kids stand up to bullies while also learning self-defense and how to improve their self-esteem. Gracie has reached out to the Oprah Channel to pitch his idea for a reality show that would bring kids and teens in need to his Gracie Academy in Torrance, California, for training. You can watch his video audition and vote for him at Oprah.com by clicking here. While no one will ever mistake MTV's "Bully Beatdown" as a deterrent to bullying, can a televised jiu-jitsu camp help restore confidence and self esteem to kids in need? And how does his program differ from a traditional martial arts school that tries to instill the same values? Thoughts?
84 comments
|
0 recs |
Do you like this story?
Comments
Jui Jitsu won't save you from this cyber bully.....
Bwhahahahahahahahahahahahahaa……….
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
when im feeling down i think what would diego do
"Theres only two things you need to know about me: I spin more rhymes than a lazy susan, and im innocent until my guilt is proven"
by dangerdunphy on May 26, 2010 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Back in my day, if someone bigger and tougher than you picked on you, you just bought some brass knuckles and hit them in the back of the head until they blacked out.
Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty. Only enemies speak the truth.
-Stephen King
Or stole on em when they weren't lookin
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 12:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Or fucked their girlfeind when they passed out drunk..........
When the bully passed out, not the chick. lol
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
No you meant the chick and you know it
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions
of course he did...
The world is a dangerous place to live - not because of the people who are evil but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein
You caught me.......
Just don’t judge me……
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
I think we all know what's in the trunk of Dragon's car
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 12:25 PM EDT up reply actions
You son of a bitch!
How did you get that picture! lol
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Haha! Dragon reveals himself! That's called a crime, bro. You better keep your identity secret.
Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty. Only enemies speak the truth.
-Stephen King
why do you think he waits until they pass out?
The world is a dangerous place to live - not because of the people who are evil but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein
Ulf knows the in's and out's........
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
especially the in's. :)
The world is a dangerous place to live - not because of the people who are evil but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein
O no u dient!
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
No response is the same as consent.
I'm a pan-handlin', man-handlin', post-holin', high-rollin', dust-bowlin' daddy
That was awful but oh so funny...see you in hell, PW.
Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty. Only enemies speak the truth.
-Stephen King
And you better not sit your drink down around me.........
^^lol that’s a terrible thing to post^^
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Yup or put a brick in a pillowcase and change his jaw structure. That last one worked for me.
Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty. Only enemies speak the truth.
-Stephen King
I just became friends with the bullies, but hey that works to
In all seriousness bullying is a shitty thing that needs to be stopped and learning any martial art is a great way for bullying victims to gain more confidence and athletism. I’ve never experienced any serious problems with bullying at school, most of the people in my year were good people and the few troublemakers were expelled before they could cause trouble.
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
Good Idea!
But surely if this is going to be aired on the tv, yeh the kids being bullied will learn thing but wont the bullies also learn it ?
"I'm serious, look at this face, it's serious as a heart attack and a heart attack is serious." - Quniton Jackson
" My style is Whoop that ass" - Quinton Jackson
The victims are the ones getting trained in BJJ by a Gracie, watching an edited version of this on TV is hardly going to provide the same training
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
ok that may be so but is BJJ really going to protect you from a bully i doubt it.
"I'm serious, look at this face, it's serious as a heart attack and a heart attack is serious." - Quniton Jackson
" My style is Whoop that ass" - Quinton Jackson
Any martial art can make you physically stronger and fitter plus you're going to be a lot more confident in yourself if you're making people tap or choking them out in BJJ classes
Bullies aren’t going to harrass someone who is physically fit, has self-belief and has learnt how to break limbs or choke people unconcious.
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
seriously though lets face it people who get bullied are generally weedy, are they gonna have the strength to get a fight to the ground before the bully KO’s them? Id much rather learn Muay Thai or something to protect myself against bullies. But if you think it will work then fair enough.
"I'm serious, look at this face, it's serious as a heart attack and a heart attack is serious." - Quniton Jackson
" My style is Whoop that ass" - Quinton Jackson
Sure, if the fight gets physical
Doesn’t BJJ work in a professional MMA bout? It’ll work in a street fight too.
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 1:04 PM EDT up reply actions
It worked for the Gracies in all of their streetfights
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
^^^This = best post ever^^^
I almost pee’d myself from laughing so hard…….nicely played good sir……
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Why do you pee so easily?
Are you standing outside in the cold?
Listening to running water?
Do you possess the bladder the size of a baby’s?
Are you constantly chugging beers?
I AM SOMETIMES BIASED - Get over it!!!!!!!
by ViolentMike on May 26, 2010 11:36 AM EDT up reply actions
ALL OF THE ABOVE
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:43 AM EDT up reply actions
Exactly.
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
I'm constantly chugging beers myself
beer:30 comes around a little after 8:00 AM for me
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah about that.....
I think you may have a problem. Me and some other maniacs have been organizing a intervention for you……..
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Haters..
It’s not a habbit, it’s a hobby.
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:57 AM EDT up reply actions
What a great habbit it is.......
I got super duper drunk last saturay night…….
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
I meant hobby, not habit,
fuck me in the beard……..
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
lol
The world is a dangerous place to live - not because of the people who are evil but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions
Just awesome........
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
+2
The world is a dangerous place to live - not because of the people who are evil but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein
Nice
After my last exam I’m going to get shitfaced on Friday night, should be a laugh.
BNF, I’ve had to tape many UFC shows because I was out partying all night and missed them or because I passed out before they finished. That’s the problem with having to watch shows at 3am over here.
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
Ha ha... That sucks man.
I never think about that for you guys. If it was me I would record it and watch it Sunday, but it must be hard to resist when you come shitfaced and pumped for a good card. At least when there is a card in England it starts at noon here. Which is a wonderful excuse to start drinking early.
BNF you are like Obi Wan fucking Kenobi!!
Teach me your Jedi ways!
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
U need an excuse to start drinking early???
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Remind me to find you next time I wanna laugh at a post to verify that it is in fact funny.....
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Eh, it made me laugh.
And the last time I checked I am pretty much the only person on this site that really matters……….lol
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
not sure about this?
although i was always a popular kid in school and never witness first hand the affects of being picked on..it seems to be a big problem. But it may have to do with poor social skills rather then being able to fight. i rather empower my future kids with the ability to make friends than choke people out but having the 2 combined is a good deal.
They can make friends whilst choking each other out
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
Why do you pee so easily?
Are you standing outside in the cold?
Listening to running water?
Do you possess the bladder the size of a baby’s?
Are you constantly chugging beers?
I AM SOMETIMES BIASED - Get over it!!!!!!!
Sorry, thought I was replying to above.....
I AM SOMETIMES BIASED - Get over it!!!!!!!
by ViolentMike on May 26, 2010 11:36 AM EDT up reply actions
Reply fail.....lol
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
oh god u just said “fail”……………
For what profit is it to man if he gains the world , and loses his own soul?
- Matthew 16:26
Is this bad??
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
nah just messing with u, but it is lame cause its an internet term..
For what profit is it to man if he gains the world , and loses his own soul?
- Matthew 16:26
But...we...are...on...the...internet O_o
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
damn... good point lol
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:57 AM EDT up reply actions
so then all the times u guys tell me i can’t spell with my internet language i guess i can say the same??
For what profit is it to man if he gains the world , and loses his own soul?
- Matthew 16:26
Who got you on the spelling.
Who’s, “you guys” ?
That’s right girl, let me whisper in your ear
Baby wake up, we’re naked and we’re humpin’ sexy
For the last fifteen minutes baby, that’s what’s been happen’
Yeah, too late now, it’s on.
by O damn he got caught on May 26, 2010 11:59 AM EDT up reply actions
everyone who argues with me and can’t prove me wrong, i liked ur old pic better though haha..
For what profit is it to man if he gains the world , and loses his own soul?
- Matthew 16:26
srry im not saying i never been wrong im just saying its like a desperate thing to use agaisnt me because some ppl can’t prove their point or stay on topic..
For what profit is it to man if he gains the world , and loses his own soul?
- Matthew 16:26
Yeah that is pretty lame......
Hopefully I have not done this to you *closes eyes and crosses fingers*
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
Nice thread, OD and Dragon.
Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty. Only enemies speak the truth.
-Stephen King
my 1000'th comment..thank you very much..
this would be better than bully beat down..i think most of the problem is people self confidence..and if learning to fight helps that, then it is worth doing..but on tv..umm dunno!
1000, nice I just hit 100,000 the other day.........
Well, that one in the center: he had a flap holster and he was in no itchin' hurry. And the one second from the left: he had scared eyes, he wasn't gonna do nothin'. But that one on the far left: he had crazy eyes. Figured him to make the first move.
and still not one of em worth reading
Lol heart you Sarah!
House of 1000 Worbses
by daniel worby on May 26, 2010 12:09 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Jiu Jitsu and wrestling is fine for one on one,
but if the bully has a mate or two, you will probably get the shit kicked out of you when you are going for a sub or a choke. Any martial art is useful to know, but when it comes to effectively taking out more than one opponent, boxing or kick boxing would definitely be more effective.
track and field FTW
Twitter @i_c_u_hater
http://dreamthemez.wordpress.com
by Thats It For you! on May 26, 2010 12:04 PM EDT up reply actions
You don't confront bullies alone, the victims should bring the whole class with them
Hell they should bring a Gracie as well, those guys have been fighting all of their lives either on the streets or in their own gyms.
"Kimbo Slice sucks like I've been saying for the last few months, this fucking guy can't fight and he got knocked out in 13 seconds" (Dana White)
"The one thing we know about Kimbo Slice, this guy is a fighter, this guy will come to fight" (Dana White)
If this came to friction how many MMA fans would pay for the Oprah channel just to see this?
Twitter @i_c_u_hater
http://dreamthemez.wordpress.com
by Thats It For you! on May 26, 2010 1:54 PM EDT reply actions
So Some Gracies support bullies and punks(Ceasur).....
And some try to protect them? I think this is a conspiracy. Ceasur trains the guys to beat on the guys who go to Rener’s school and pay $$ to learn to fend them off.
Oprah and MMA.
The only people watching the Oprah channel Is couch potato soccer mom lemmings and I dont think they care of even know what MMA,Judo or grappling etc. Is.
bluecollarwarriors.org-MMA Apparel
by BLUECOLLARWARRIORS.ORG on May 26, 2010 6:53 PM EDT reply actions
Comments For This Post Are Closed
Secondary Sidebar
User Tools
FanPosts
Community blog posts and discussion.
