This weekend saw UFC Welterweight Vicente Luque promoted to the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. This isn’t too surprising as he was a brown belt for a […]
Month: September 2021
Is tickling legal and allowed in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
If you’ve found this article, then you’re probably wondering if tickling is legal or illegal in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As it happens, the answer is actually a little more complicated […]
A list of interesting Rener Gracie Facts
Rener Gracie is a household name in the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and is one of the bigger names in the illustrious Gracie family. He is also the brains […]
Vince Vaughn – From Swingers to BJJ blue belt
Swingers actor Vince Vaughn is best known for a variety of comedy roles in movies such as Dodgeball, Wedding Crashers, and Four Christmases. However, those aren’t the only roles that […]
Mario Lopez on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – “It’s like physical chess”
Mario Lopez is probably best known for his role in the hit TV series, Saved By The Bell as A.C Slater. Here, he was viewed by millions of Americans every […]
A tall persons guide to doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
In life, you’re often taught that being taller is a good thing. However, this can sometimes be flipped upside down when it comes to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and grappling. Basically, […]
What is the difference between underhooks and overhooks in BJJ and MMA?
If you’re new to the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, then you may be unaware as to what the terms ‘underhook’ and ‘overhook’ actually mean. However, after a few short […]