This week, Jocko Willink was asked a question by a white belt on his podcast. The white belt said they were being told they were using too much strength to […]
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BJJ Open Mat Etiquette – What To Know Before Showing Up
Before Showing Up Always Call Or Email Ahead The reasoning for this is quite simple. There could be a number of things go wrong if you just show up on […]
20 Jocko Willink quotes for life, leadership & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Jocko Willink is an ex-Navy SEAL and general American hero. He is known for his best-selling book Extreme Ownership which is based around leadership and discipline. Not only this, but […]
Acai – A history of the Brazilian ‘Superfood’ used in BJJ
For those wondering, Acai is a supposed superfood which can give various health and energy boosts to those who consume it. Its origins are in South America and it was […]
Mauricio Gomes on why he moved to the UK to teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & owning the first UK Gracie Barra gym
Known as ‘The Godfather of British Jiu Jitsu’, Mauricio Gomes is a key figure in UK BJJ and its development. These days, he’s known for teaching alongside his son Roger […]
What Is The Difference Between A Rashguard And Compression Shirt?
Rash guards were originally made available due to the popularity of surfing. The idea of the rashguard was to do as its name says – guard against rashes. By wearing […]
Joey Diaz on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – “I love it. I’m so bad at it and I love it” and other lessons
Joey ‘Coco’ Diaz is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt under Alberto Crane in 2016. However, he is best known for his comedy, acting and funny stories. Being a regular […]
What are the competition rules for kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? (IBJJF ruleset)
As a general rule, if it’s illegal for white belt adults then it’s also illegal for kids. However, kids cannot do omoplatas, ezekiel chokes, guillotines, arm triangles or pull on the opponent’s head during a triangle either.
Physiological profile of an elite Iranian junior Wrestler – what workouts are best?
A study from 2009 by Mirzaei, B, Curby, DG, Rahmani-Nia, F, and Moghadasi, M was created to see the physiological profile of elite Iranian junior wrestlers who competed in the […]
DefensiveBJJ – A Review of Priit Mihkelson’s New Website
DefensiveBJJ is a new video based BJJ online learning website founded and run by Priit Mihkelson. The website is a new variation on the ever expanding online instructional industry. There […]

