The triangle, which is also known as the Gracie Triangle, is easily one of the most recognized symbols of the principles developed by the ancient Gracie Academy. During this time, the two brothers Carlos and Helio Gracie, taught jiu jitsu to interested students.
The Origin Of The Triangle As A Symbol Of Jiu-Jitsu. The triangle represents a firm and stable base that a practitioner of Jiu Jitsu should have, and their three sides represent the mind, body and spirit, the three components of Gracie Jiu Jitsu.