Sean - Yes that is true the GJJ we know is from Helio. But Renzo promoted under Carlos Gracie Jr. (not Helio) as was Rigan Machado (and most Machados) who promoted Marcos Santos.
The question is about 2 schools in NYC both with hi quality instructors, so I don't think the choice is as simple as "GJJ" especially if you are not getting Renzo and you have to pay around $300per/mo. Do you think it is better to train with a BB in MJJ that has studied since 6y/o or blue belt in GJJ that earned it training he last 5 or so years under Renzo (and I am not saying a blue/purple belt is a chump). I think that is the real question. If everything were close to equal I would probably agree with GJJ
I am not taking side or trying to start a GJJ vs MJJ debate. But not a lot is discussed about MJJ and I am curious about others experiences.
Also what about Carlos? It seems the are 2 lineages with GJJ one from Helio and one from Carlos. MJJ is from the Carlos side from what I understand. Also it seems that there is bad blood between these families..do you or anyone else have any information about that, just curious.
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