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Summary The stiff arm escape is a fundamental defensive concept in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu used to create space and prevent pressure from settling. Rather than relying on strength or explosive movement, the stiff arm escape uses…
Summary A large part of a beginner’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey will focus on selecting a handful of submissions. This starts from the time you begin to tap other beginners in class. As your development progresses,…
Summary The leg ride is a powerful control concept used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to limit movement, slow down escapes, and maintain dominant top position. Borrowed from wrestling but adapted for BJJ, leg rides allow you…
Summary The reverse mount is an unconventional but increasingly relevant position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Instead of facing your opponent’s head like the traditional mount, the reverse mount places you facing their legs while maintaining top…
Summary The technical mount is one of the most effective control positions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It sits between the traditional mount and back control, offering strong balance, pressure, and access to multiple transitions. Instead of…
Summary Shrimping refers to the action of moving your hips away from your opponent by pushing off the mat with your feet and shoulders. The movement resembles a shrimp curling its body, which is where…
Summary Weight loss comes down to energy balance. To lose body fat, your body must burn more calories than it consumes over time. A commonly used estimate is that 1 kilo of body fat equals…
Summary Basing is one of the most important but often overlooked skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It refers to your ability to stay balanced, grounded, and stable while applying pressure or defending against sweeps. Strong basing…
Summary While BJJ is often known for ground fighting, having a reliable takedown is essential for controlling where the match begins. The fireman’s carry is one of the most dynamic takedowns available because it uses…
Summary Head control refers to using grips, pressure, and positioning to control your opponent’s head and neck. In grappling, the head follows the spine, so when you control the head, you control the body. It…
