Gordon Ryan, Keenan Cornelius and Jeff Glover. Not only are these legends of North American grappling – they’re also great entertainers on the mat. However, before them was a different […]
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How to get promoted to blue belt in BJJ
For many, achieving the blue belt in BJJ is a massive milestone. Unlike the white belt, it is seen as more mature and taken seriously. It also shows you have […]
What are the limitations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? The key details you need to know
It is widely acknowledged that Brazilain Jiu Jitsu is one of the more effective martial arts out there. However, like every martial art – it should also be added that […]
Illegal BJJ Moves & Submissions In IBJJF Ruleset – Everything you need to know
The moves and submissions listed below are illegal in IBJJF competitions. For beginners reference, if you are going to do a tournament in the gi, you can assume it’s very […]
Can Brazilian Jiu Jitsu cause brain damage? Everything you need to know
Whilst it’s known that strikes to the head can cause brain damage, the question still remains whether choking can cause brain damage. This is often a hotly debated topic surrounding […]
Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has risen in popularity – How BJJ conquered the mainstream
With the growth of the UFC, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has seen its popularity sky rocket. As a sport, MMA is the fastest growing activity in the world, it’s no surprise […]
Can BJJ Kill? Why it’s vitally important in an unhealthy society
This is quite a taboo subject for those who have not trained BJJ. Often the media will portray choke holds and anything which puts somebody to “sleep” as very dangerous, […]
Will BJJ Ever Become An Olympic Sport? Reasons behind its absense
Boxing, Judo, Taekwondo & Wrestling are all Olympic sports, yet BJJ is not. There are a few simple reasons and a few complicated reasons why this is. Firstly BJJ has […]
BJJ Knee pads – Reviewing the best Knee pads for grapplers
If you’ve been grappling for a while then the chances are you will have used knee pads, or at least know of people who use them. This is because grappling […]
Is BJJ Still Effective In MMA & UFC? When & How To Use BJJ In Fights
MMA is still a relatively young sport, even if you compare it with only other fighting disciplines it has not been around for long. Almost everyone will have heard of […]