In its inception, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was created for self-defense. Because of this, many of the techniques that were taught focused on striking awareness and the ability to overpower or subdue a bigger, stronger opponent. There…
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All You Need To Know About Taking The Back In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
If you’ve been practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for awhile, you’ve probably heard your professor emphasize the importance of back control. Back control is considered to be the most dominant position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu because of the…
Here’s How This 9-Year-Old Transformed His Life And Became Healthy Through Martial Arts
In this digital age, kids are often exposed to all kinds of technology – from iPads to computers and TVs. Hence, it comes as no surprise that their idea of fun sometimes means sitting and…
Here’s How This 30-Year-Old Business Manager Became A BJJ World Champion
After receiving a gold medal at BJJ’s most prestigious competition, 30-year-old Barbara Katter admits that being called a World Champion feels weird. As weird as it feels for Barbara, being able to achieve what she…
Here Are The 5 Leg Locks You Need To Know
Leg locks are more popular than ever! From the competition circuit to your gym mats, practitioners are expressing more and more interest in leg locks. In many of the top grappling competitions, it’s common to…
WATCH: These Are The Best Takedowns For BJJ (Videos)
The takedown is one of the most important techniques you’ll learn in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In a BJJ match, takedowns are a necessity for top game players. On the streets, where there are no rules, being…
5 Unspoken Rules Of Sparring You Need To Know
Perhaps you’ve been training for quite some time now and made the decision to start sparring regularly. Well, it’s a good first step to taking your training to the next level! After all, sparring requires…
These 5 Stretches Will Improve Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu does not necessarily favor the flexible, but having good flexibility is not a bad thing to have for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Some people are born flexible, while others are not. It is good practice…
Here’s What You Need To Know About The Rubber Guard
The Rubber Guard is a closed guard system, developed by 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu founder, Eddie Bravo. The Rubber Guard focuses on clinching your opponent and keeping them guessing what you are trying to attack…
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The Greatest Brothers In Martial Arts
Professional fighting is undoubtedly one of the toughest sports in the world. Fighters go through hours and hours of grueling training for months on end and put their bodies on the line in a fight…
