Do you want to elevate your BJJ game to a whole new level? One of the absolute best ways to improve your BJJ is to learn leg locks. Leg locks have seen a renaissance over…
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
BJJ 101: Ezekiel Choke
One thing that separates Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from other combat sports is its emphasis on technique to defeat bigger and stronger opponents. Grandmaster Helio Gracie once said that we should: “Always assume that your opponent is…
BJJ 101: Heel Hooks
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art that has evolved tremendously over the past decades. One of the most game-changing evolutions is the proliferation of leg attacks. The leg game in BJJ was once thought of…
Kneebar Explained: How To Do A Kneebar In BJJ
The kneebar is one of the fundamental techniques in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It is a leg-based attack that aims to apply pressure on the knee joint by pushing on the opposite side of the knee and…
Chatri Sityodtong Promoted To BJJ Brown Belt
There’s a reason why Evolve MMA is one of the best BJJ gyms and martial arts institutions in the world, and that’s because its founder, Chatri Sityodtong, is truly a lifelong martial artist, and just…
Why Do BJJ Fighters Train In A Gi?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) traces its roots back to the traditional martial arts of Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and Judo, both of which make use of the Gi as its official uniform. While various BJJ associations and federations…
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Top 5 BJJ Fighters From The United States (US)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a mainstay of MMA tournaments on the American continent. This is in large part due to the ‘outreach’ efforts of a section of the Gracie family. You may know the Gracie brothers…
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IBJJF, ADCC, EBI: Confused By BJJ Rulesets?
The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF), Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC), and Eddie Bravo Invitational (EBI) are three of the biggest organizations that host multiple BJJ and grappling events every year. Each has its own…
5 Of The Most Unforgettable Submissions In MMA History
In 1993, Royce Gracie put mixed martial arts on the map by winning the inaugural Ultimate Fighting Championship. In doing so, Gracie exhibited the art of submissions with the beauty and poise of a renaissance…
Understanding Breathing Exercises For BJJ
Breathing exercises are an excellent partner to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. BJJ is a unique martial art as it not only is an excellent form of self-defense, its flowy nature can be seen as therapeutic for many…
