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BJJ Coral Belt: The Original Red & Black Tradition
We guided a renowned BJJ master through his new coral belt specs. He noticed something odd: a popular IBJJF rank poster shows the BJJ red and black belt with red tips. We’ve always made them black. Which is right?

Rafael “Gordinho” & START BJJ Florida
Rafael “Gordinho” is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world champion and respected coach. For over ten years he has chosen to wear handcrafted belts from ChokeSports.

Alexandre Soca Promoted to Coral Belt in BJJ
On August 9, 2025, Professor Alexandre “Soca” Freitas received his 7th degree coral belt from the hands of legends Renzo Gracie and Jean Jacques Machado.

The Art of Belt Embroidery
At ChokeSports, we've mastered the delicate art of belt embroidery through our partnership with Isami's expert craftsmen in Japan.
