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Finding Your Flow in Jiu-Jitsu
Flow: To move continuously in a current or stream. The phrase ‘flow rolling’ often gets a bad rap in the grappling wo...
Don’t Misinterpret Beginners Class Coach’s Actions as Sexist
I came across a Vice article titled “Why Women Need Self-Defense Classes of Their Own,” by Meg Mankins, which details...
5 Ways 16-Year Old Ryron Gracie Sold BJJ in This Gracie Challenge
Who doesn’t love watching an old school Gracie Challenge? One of my favorite Gracie Challenges features a 16-year old...
5 Triangle Choke Entries You Can Try
Most students of jiu-jitsu learn the triangle attack from the guard which is the most popular way to attack the trian...
Jiu Jitsu Times Weekly Challenge: Always Attacking
There are various submissions that can be executed that are considered “wrong” or “unorthodox.” Specifically speakin...
Before You Even Start Learning Submissions…
There is a timeless piece of jiu-jitsu training wisdom: “Position before submission” What does this mean? Before you ...
Off the Mat with a Bjj Black Belt: John Ouano
Jiu-jitsu Times is excited to announce a new feature: Off the Mat with a Bjj Black Belt where we feature a short inte...
Jiu-Jitsu Maps on the Road: Where to Roll in Chiang Mai, Thailand
After staying in Phuket for two weeks, I flew to Chiang Mai, Thailand which has become a popular destination in recen...
Michelle Nicolini Interview: Training at Evolve MMA and Future MMA Plans
ADCC and multiple-time IBJJF World Champion Michelle Nicolini was kind enough to take time out of her busy training a...
On Jiu-jitsu Times A Reader Question: Is a students Gender Or Sexual Orientation Important In Bjj?
“So I have written to you before and you answer was of great help. My question now is one that maybe harder for your ...
Jiu Jitsu Times EXCLUSIVE: The Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association’s Partnership with Gracie Academy
The Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association is one of the biggest in North America. Being part of the first wave...
Five Ways Instructors Can Increase Their Social Media Audience
As a jiu-jitsu instructor, you probably want your school to grow. More students not only mean more money, but more c...