One of the major differences between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and no-gi grappling is the ability to grip the fabric of an opponent’s gi. Grips change the game so much, in fact, that grapplers unfamiliar with…
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One of the major differences between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and no-gi grappling is the ability to grip the fabric of an opponent’s gi. Grips change the game so much, in fact, that grapplers unfamiliar with…
Some people have no clue what martial arts really is. They think that just because they watched all three Karate Kid movies (the classics), that they know everything there is to know about martial arts….
The guillotine choke is a submission that can be traced back to the earliest days of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). And although it is typically one of the first chokes that students are taught, it is…
Experienced practitioners of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) often describe it as a journey—an extended adventure with peaks, valleys, triumphs, and defeats. This is both an accurate description and a reminder to students that BJJ is a…
If you’re serious about improving your skills as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioner, there are a few basic movements that you need to master. These movements represent the core of BJJ training, and they are…
One of the best things about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can also be one of the most disruptive to beginners, there is so much to learn. By narrowing down on your focus and attempting to master these…
Are you planning on transitioning from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to MMA? Don’t be nervous. In fact, you should be extremely confident knowing that many of your skills are instantly translatable to mixed martial arts. However, it…
The armbar is one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s fundamental submissions. And while there are multiple variations of this submission and multiple ways to achieve it, armbars from the mount and closed guard positions are probably the…
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most popular martial arts in the world right now, and for many good reasons. It has been proven to be one of the most effective combat styles in real…
It’s a scenario that plays itself out daily in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms all over the world. A new student, fresh white belt tied securely around his waist, sits facing an experienced training partner. The new…