Groundswell: The Rise of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America
Groundswell is an exquisitely crafted, large-format coffee table book that presents an unparalleled narrative of the pioneers of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America.
With over 300 pages of in-depth, first-person interviews and standout black and white photography, you will get a candid and direct history of the struggle and rise of BJJ in America, told by the legends themselves.
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Untold Stories of Struggle and Triumph
Explore the untold history of BJJ in America and the founding of the UFC. Read personal accounts from legends like Jean Jacques Machado, Pedro Sauer, Steve Maxwell and more.
Groundswell brings together unvarnished stories from the teachers, competitors, and innovators behind the rise of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America — voices beyond the well-known Gracie legacy.
Gallery-Grade Photography And Design
Designed to showcase dramatic black and white portraits by a renowned photographer, with nine masters of the art taking center stage.
Crafted to be a statement piece for any room, Groundswell promises to be the highest quality Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu book ever produced.
Explore Direct Accounts From First-Generation Masters
Each chapter is a full interview spanning dozens of pages, delivering never before heard stories of epic challenge matches, the birth of the UFC, and a behind the scenes look at how BJJ took root in America.
Groundswell is a unique storytelling piece and a historical reference for anyone who values accurate, first-person history and wants a more complete account of the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the United States.
Made For Homes, Academies, And True Fans
Display Groundswell on your coffee table as an art piece, use it as a historical reference in your academy, or gift it to the martial artist or MMA fan in your life.
It is a unique storytelling centerpiece for living rooms, gyms, and collectors who want to honor the legacy of those that paved the way for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America.
The Team Behind Groundswell
Roy Dean is an ambassador and expert in the art of Jiu Jitsu. He earned his black belt in Kodokan Judo in Japan at the age of 17. After returning to the USA, he continued his exploration of the martial arts, earning a first degree black belt in Aikido, a third degree black belt in Japanese Jujutsu, and a fourth degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Professor Roy Harris. He is also known for his cinematic and inspirational videos.
Josh Gold has over 30 years of martial arts experience, holding a 5th degree black belt in Aikido, a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and training in Filipino Kali. He is the Executive Editor of Aikido Journal, the world’s largest Aikido media publication with a 50-year tradition of publishing interviews and books highlighting world class martial arts masters from around the globe.
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