Step back to the mats of Gracie Barra Rio Matriz in Barra da Tijuca — over 25 years ago, where humble beginnings and an unshakeable passion for Jiu-Jitsu set the foundation for something the world had never seen. The mats were worn, the room was packed, and every student on that floor was pouring everything they had into the art. This is where values were built through sweat, repetition, and the shared pursuit of something greater. The Rio Roots Tee carries that photograph and that moment forward, because every belt earned today traces back to the legacy kept alive on those mats.

Key Features

• We took our popular oversized tee and elevated it — drop shoulder relaxed fit, premium heavyweight cotton with a noticeably soft, lived-in feel from the first wear
• Preshrunk to maintain fit wash after wash
• Archival photo back graphic honoring the origins of Gracie Barra
• Gracie Barra sleeve tag

Model is 5’8” wearing size Medium