Jiu Jitsu Blog

If you ask an average person about the benefits of Jiu Jitsu or martial arts in general, you’ll probably hear the notion of ‘learning respect’...

You already know that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a contact combat sport. Given that fact, injuries in BJJ are an inevitability. But what injuries are...

Perhaps you noticed the slightly reddened eyes or hint of weed smoke on your training partner’s BJJ Gi. Maybe it’s the dispensary sponsorship of your...

The Holidays are upon us this year, and that means more eating and probably fewer days of training Jiu Jitsu. Whichever Holidays you celebrate during...

Whether you are new to BJJ or a long time jiu-jitero or jiu-jitera, you have certainly heard of the IBJJF. When it comes to traditional...

Disclaimer: weight cutting can be dangerous and should only be performed under medical supervision. This article is not intended to provide medical advice. Always consult...

It’s no secret that training BJJ is a difficult task.  Few who start BJJ will reach their first belt rank, and even fewer make it...

An aggressive top game based on passing and submissions is a nightmare for many opponents. In Justin Rader’s “Passing Formula”, you will learn a series...

It’s no secret that leg locks are now ‘in’ across the BJJ world. Once despised as cheap, almost dirty techniques used by those without BJJ...

Training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for the long term is a major commitment. Regardless of how often you train, you will have to sacrifice some other...

If you have any experience in BJJ, wrestling, or MMA, you’ve probably seen the gnarled ears of a seasoned grappler. In fact, there is a...

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is growing in popularity across the globe. However, turnover remains high amongst BJJ students, particularly at the lower belt ranks. In fact,...