Should a Blue Belt Teach Jiu Jitsu?
This is a common topic and I am not so sure why. Some people say belts don’t matter for some things and then they matter for others. The reality is that it is a decent…
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This is a common topic and I am not so sure why. Some people say belts don’t matter for some things and then they matter for others. The reality is that it is a decent…
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Renzo Gracie Black Belt John Danaher demonstrates with World Champion Bernardo Faria (of BJJ Fanatics) how to effectively use guard retention with underlying concepts and principles. John shows how and when to use his hands…
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Let’s take a look at some advantages and disadvantages of being at a smaller or bigger Jiu Jitsu program. Small BJJ School Advantages: More Attention: It goes without saying that any decent instructor will provide…
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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a very unique culture with it’s own set of rituals and habits. Let’s take a look at 3 below: Shaka sign – This is a common gesture as seen below. Practically…
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Here’s the notion: Jiu Jitsu is about taking on all comers. We want our jiu jitsu to be ready for any style or body-type. However, what about your injuries, your body type, protecting yourself in…
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Switching From Gi To No Gi Gi and No Gi Jiu Jitsu both have their benefits and distinctions. This article explains a few: Switching From Gi to No Gi will relieve joint pain in the…
Read More320 Pages Of High Level Proven Jiu Jitsu Sweeps 101 Sweeps By Black Belt and Pan Am Champion Ken Primola Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 101 Sweeps is a step by step guide for people who take…
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Rener Gracie introduces us to Lena who is 8 years old of the Make-A Wish foundation. In a tear-filled voice Rener asks her to spar with him and his brother Ryron, giving her the honor…
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Sebastian Brosche of Yoga For BJJ recently pout out a video on how to keep your pants tied in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The problem is often when we spar our pants come undone and it…
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A common theme in Jiu Jitsu is rolling and staying healthy. It’s frequent that a person is hurt or has an injury especially if they have been in the game a long time. Many use…
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In Jiu Jitsu students will often bow upon entering the mat. Students will bow to one another as a greeting or a good bye. Students may bow before and after sparring. Practically speaking it’s a…
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