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The Wrestler’s Battle
Chael and Michael don’t know each other but both signed up to the same Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy on the same day. C...
Finding the “Face” of Jiu-Jitsu
I am a big fight fan, which has lead me to watch the entire The Ultimate Fighter TV series. One particular episode re...
This Is Not Jiu-jitsu!
There is a great old saying: “When all you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail.” Interpreted, this mean...
Black Belt uses Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to give back to community
Certified Gracie instructor and Pedro Sauer black belt Brett Thompson is all about three things; his family, real est...
Purple Belt a.k.a. “The Rolling Belt”
Black belt Eddie Fyvie shares some thoughts on the purple belt in jiu-jitsu. Eddie Fyvie: Below are some tips, perspe...
Your First Stripe in Jiu-Jitsu
The very start of your training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu is at once the most exciting time and the most frustrating tim...
Budo Jake on the Sport of Jiu-jitsu and Japanese Swordsmanship
Jiu-jitsu Times: You cover many of the top events in the world of grappling competition. The different rule sets resu...
Ken Shamrock — Kimbo Never Got the Respect He Deserved
UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock spoke with TMZ Sports about the passing of his former rival Kimbo Slice. Shamrock lost...
5 Reasons You’re Best Buds With Your BJJ Training Partners
When you first started training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, you likely expected to get in shape and learn some of the sli...
Light Bulb Moments In Jiu-jitsu
From the time when we start out in Brazilian jiu-jitsu with our ill fitting gis and improperly tied belts to when we ...
The Ultimate BJJ Mindset
BJJ encompasses so many different mindsets, goals and beliefs..but there is one trait that every long-term practition...
5 Ways You Gained Self-Confidence Through BJJ
During your earliest days training in BJJ, you likely had a bit of anxiety stepping onto a mat full of tough looking ...