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Buoyed by UFC exposure and wider gym access, Brazilian jiu-jitsu is expanding rapidly and drawing diverse participants.
Published Oct 26, 2026, 11:43 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive
Thanks, in large part, to the UFC and perhaps your local gym, Brazilian jiu-jitsu is one of the fastest growing sports around.
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