Best BJJ Gis For "Big" Guys

Best BJJ Gis For "Big" Guys

Finding the right BJJ Gi can be a real game-changer for the "larger than average" BJJ athletes. Securing a BJJ Gi that not only accommodates your size but also enhances...
February 28, 2024
Top vs Bottom Position In BJJ: Which is Better?

Top vs Bottom Position In BJJ: Which is Better?

Almost as controversial as Gi vs NOGI - there's ongoing debate within Jiu Jitsu - top versus bottom position - splits the community not just on strategy but also on...
February 06, 2024
Embracing Defeat: The Benefits of Losing in Jiu Jitsu

Embracing Defeat: The Benefits of Losing in Jiu Jitsu

I'm sure you know the feeling, you've just been caught in a rear-naked choke, and the world is slowly fading to black? I know I have been there, both in...
January 30, 2024
Effective BJJ Drilling to Improve Your Game

Effective BJJ Drilling to Improve Your Game

Let's cut to the chase: if you think drilling in BJJ is about mindlessly repeating moves until you can do them in your sleep, you're missing the point. It's not...
January 22, 2024
Your First Jiu Jitsu Tournament: A Survival Guide

Your First Jiu Jitsu Tournament: A Survival Guide

Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of standing on a mat, staring across at your opponent, prepared to step into the unknown, your first Jiu Jitsu competition. There is truly nothing else...
December 05, 2023
IBJJF The Crown Results

IBJJF The Crown Results

Yesterday's IBJJF The Crown lived up to the hype, and is becoming one of the better premier BJJ events, bringing together 24 elite competitors across six divisions, who collectively boast...
November 20, 2023
Smooth BJJ Mats vs Tatami BJJ Mats

Smooth BJJ Mats vs Tatami BJJ Mats

When it comes to building a BJJ training area at home, one of the most critical decisions is choosing the right mat. For those unfamiliar with Jiu Jitsu, the difference...
November 14, 2023
Why Do White Belts Quit BJJ?

Why Do White Belts Quit BJJ?

Ever noticed how your academy is always bustling with fresh-faced white belts, all pumped up to learn BJJ, only for their numbers to drop off over time? You're left wondering...
November 06, 2023
BJJ Blue Belt Requirements

BJJ Blue Belt Requirements

Earning your blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is both exciting and challenging. This significant milestone is the first major step in your BJJ journey, and as you begin to refine...
October 04, 2023
How Much Do BJJ Gis Shrink?

How Much Do BJJ Gis Shrink?

There's nothing more frustrating than spending your well-earned cash on the ideal BJJ gi, only to end up ruining it with one mishap in the washing machine! We've all been...
September 29, 2023
Am I Too Old To Start BJJ?

Am I Too Old To Start BJJ?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, gaining popularity on all levels; sport, self-defense, and physical fitness. Now, if you're reading this post you're...
September 14, 2023
Best BJJ Gis For Competition

Best BJJ Gis For Competition

Best BJJ Gis For Competition – it's a phrase that resonates with every Jiu Jitsu competitor out there. The gi you wear can make or break your performance on the...
August 08, 2023