# What is Gracie Jiu-Jitsu?

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu refers to BJJ as taught by the Gracie family, often emphasizing self-defense applications. Some Gracie schools have specific curriculums like Gracie Combatives. The term is sometimes used interchangeably with BJJ, though some distinguish between sport and self-defense focus.

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