You know that pause your instructor makes when he’s done explaining a technique? Yup, that’s right, it’s your cue to ask a question. Or better yet, when he’s prodded the whole BJJ class to ask…
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
3 Attacks From The Rear Body Lock
The rear body lock is one of the most common positions Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioners and MMA fighters find themselves in, as it naturally arises from a litany of common grappling situations. It can be…
The Rise Of The Gracie Family And BJJ
Responsible for founding Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the Gracie family is widely regarded as one of the most successful family dynasties throughout the history of martial arts. The tremendous influence this clan has had on the…
Fierce Competition & Beautiful Sportsmanship Highlight The Evolve Warrior Fight Night (PHOTOS)
On Saturday the 27th of July, the Evolve family came together for another successful Evolve Warrior Fight Night. On display, this time around, were Evolve’s up and coming Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competitors, who put on…
Here’s How To Perfect The Armbar In BJJ
As perhaps the most iconic submission hold in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), it is unlikely that an individual could take even one week of BJJ classes without being taught the armbar. While you have…
Here’s What You Need To Know About Wrist Locks In BJJ
Given the effectiveness of the submission, as well as the immense number of positions that it can be utilized from, it is fair to argue that the wrist lock is perhaps one of the most…
Here’s How To Perfect Your Takedowns In BJJ
While takedowns are an incredibly important part of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), for far too long they have been an afterthought for the majority of us in the BJJ community. As BJJ is a martial art…
3 Back Mount Escapes You Need To Know In BJJ
While practicing escaping dominant positions is never as fun as practicing the dominant positions themselves, it is equally as important. Especially at the beginning of your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) journey, you are going to find…
5 Reasons To Start BJJ In Your 30’s
If you haven’t been regularly working out, starting a new exercise routine is never easy, regardless of what age you are when you choose to begin; Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is no different. While it is…
If You’ve Wanted To Try BJJ But Were Afraid, Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Be
For many people, the thought of walking into a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) gym for the first time can be quite frightening. You have no idea what your instructors or training partners are going to be…
