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How to do the Low Single for No Gi Grappling
The low single is a variation of the single leg takedown, which is one of the staple techniques of wrestling.
Probabl...
Fake Low, Go High; How to Use Level Change Fakes to Set Up Takedowns and Submissions
There’s a universal combative principle known as ‘fake east, go west.’
This idea has been valid since forever. It has...
A Safe and Effective Open Guard Pull
If you do it wrong then pulling guard can be dangerous for both competitors; I’ve seen people pulling guard knock the...
What Is Required for Your BJJ Blue Belt?
In episode 380 of The Strenuous Life Podcast I talk you through what’s generally required to be a competent blue belt...
Rolling Kimura Guard Pass
The rolling Kimura is a surprising way to pass guard. This technique is increasingly being used at the higher levels ...
Jumping Guillotine Choke
A lot of jiu-jitsu guys struggle on their feet, especially when they’re facing a superior wrestler.
Fortunately there...
NEW INSTRUCTIONAL!! 30 Second Fight Finishes
Elliott Bayev is one of the most detail-oriented instructors I’ve ever met.
His first instructional with Grapplearts ...
The First Sweep You Should Learn from Spider Guard
Modern BJJ is unimaginable without the Spider Guard.
In this form of Open Guard you grip your opponent’s wrists or sl...
How to Counter the Toreando Guard Pass
So there you are, on your back and fighting your opponent with your legs. Maybe you’re using the Spider Guard, the B...
Top 10 Throws and Takedowns for BJJ
I’ll go ahead and say it: every practitioner should have at least a couple of throws and takedowns for BJJ. Yes, it’...
Jiu-Jitsu: The Art of Facing Challenges
In episode 308 of The Strenuous Life Podcast I talk with BJJ black belt and entrepreneur Elliott Bayev about using ji...
New Self Defense Focussed Module for Your iPhone or Android Phone
People have been asking for me to include more self defense material on the Grapplearts BJJ Master App.
And, as alway...