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Need Some Simple Takedowns For Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? Stephan Kesting Has You Covered
Many jiu-jitsu practitioners have trouble with takedowns. Most of their training is on the ground, and many of them s...
Here’s Why You Might Want To Think Twice About Those Inverted Positions In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Several BJJ students I’ve met seemed both discouraged and confused about the subject of playing inverted positions in...
Renzo Gracie Teaches Brandon Vera A Cool Takedown Detail At The Airport
For Renzo Gracie, jiu-jitsu isn’t just for anyone, but for anywhere, at anytime…even the airport. Renzo took a bit of...
Post Traumatic Stress And Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Here’s What No One Tells You
If you’ve suffered trauma, you’ve probably seen a lot of literature on how Brazilian jiu-jitsu can help. What this li...
Do You Use Visualization When Grappling? If Not, You Should
Seoi nage set up, execute, give up my back: this sequence was continual for a very long time no matter who showed me ...
How To Find The Right Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu School When Traveling
So, if you have been reading my articles since I have been writing for the Jiu-Jitsu Times or you have been following...
A Response To Ben Askren: There’s Nothing Wrong With The Way BJJ Schools Teach
“Funky” Ben Askren has his issues with the way Brazilian jiu-jitsu is taught, in particular its lack of drilling. “It...
First Day Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class? Here Are Five Tips For You
I’ve been meaning to write this post for a while since it’s one of the most common questions I read about jiu-jitsu. ...
Does Rickson Gracie Deserve His Red Belt?
A minor brouhaha erupted in the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community when Rickson Gracie — undefeated MMA fighter and son of...
Opponent Trying To Omoplata You? Here’s How To Counter With A Triangle
Most people have an idea of how to counter an omoplata. But do you know how to counter it with a triangle? In this vi...
Sambo Vs Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Leg Locks
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Competing? Make Sure You’re Following These Five Rules Of BJJ Competition Etiquette
I’ve made the argument many times that when one competes, their focus should be entirely upon victory, and I stand be...