When it comes to grabbing clothes in no gi, almost all rulesets fall under the same umbrella. It doesn’t really matter if you’re talking ADCC or no gi Worlds, the […]
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Jeff Whittingham Interview – Bringing BJJ To Underprivileged Communities
For those wondering, Jeff Whttingham is a life-long athlete who like many reading this article has a massive passion for BJJ. However, his story differs due to his vision, which […]
How to use the Dagestani Handcuff in BJJ – Used by Khabib Nurmagomedov
What is the Dagestani Handcuff? The term Dagestani Handcuff was first coined by UFC commentator Michael Bisping who used it to describe a specific grip that champion Khabib Nurmagomedov would […]
Do wrist locks work in MMA & Why are they uncommon in UFC?
Contrary to popular belief, wristlocks are actually legal in MMA and they are completely lawful. The myth that they were banned due to safety was created by Aikido and similar […]
The Dogfight Position – how to make your half guard dangerous…and how to counter it from the top
The dogfight position is a form of half guard which is advantageous for the player on the bottom. From entering the dogfight from bottom half guard, they can then start […]
12 Of the Best Diaz Brothers Quotes for BJJ & MMA
The Diaz brothers are some of the most bad ass fighters in UFC history and also have the skills to back up their trash talk. Known for never backing down […]
5 Of The Best Judo throws for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Let’s face it, most BJJ players could do with more Judo in their game. Not only is it awesome for self defense, but it also looks slick and is massively […]
The Ultimate List of common BJJ terms & their other names
If you’re looking for common BJJ slang terminology, then this may be the article for you. However, this article is about BJJ terms that have various, other names that are […]
The Best Cities For BJJ Training In The USA
There is a lot of different criteria when selecting the best gyms for overall BJJ training. Obviously, America is a big country and has lots of different socio-economic factors, some […]
That time comedian Russell Peters used BJJ to stop a jewelry thief
You may be surprised to learn that Russell Peters is a blue belt under Jean-Jacques Machado and has even trained up to four times per week at his peak. Not […]