10 things everyone should know before they start practicing jiu-jitsu
Whether you are a white-belt just starting out in 2015 or have been practicing BJJ for many years now, it doesn’t matter. We all should…
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6 essential qualities to have success in no-gi Jiu-Jitsu according to six world champions
The 2015 World No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu championship is getting closer by the day. Scheduled November 7-8, at the Long Beach Pyramid, the event is sure to…
Ten images and 10 lessons from Helio Gracie on his 102nd birthday
One of the founding fathers of Jiu-Jitsu would be celebrating his 102nd birthday if he was still with us. Born on October 1st, 1903, Helio…
Celebrate Carlos Gracie Sr. and learn from 11 of his most famous quotes
Today is the birthday of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu patriarch, Grandmaster Carlos Gracie Sr. He would be 113 years old if alive. Congratulations and thank you for…
Galvão celebrates victory at the 2015 ADCC and explains his trademark back take
Once again the winner of the superfight, André Galvão went back to his home in San Diego, CA, with the trophy, the prize money and…
On a losing streak? Here are 7 bullets of wisdom to help you come out of the hole
Doesn't matter if it's in training or in competition. The feeling of losing over and over again can be frustrating and even reason enough to…
Feeling stuck? Here are 10 key points for getting better results from training
All those who roll know how tough it can be when we get that feeling that we are just not evolving in our performance on…
We went to a Roger Gracie seminar. Here are 7 valuable things we learned there
If you know anything about Jiu-Jitsu, you know who Roger Gracie is. The most accomplished competitor of all times, the guy with 10 world titles…
Worlds: get inspired by the lessons of the most successful black belts in history and register for 2015
In 19 years of history, the World Jiu-Jitsu championship was the stage for all of the greatest talents ever produced in Jiu-Jitsu. Even among such…
Heading into your first Jiu-Jitsu tournament? Here are 6 pointers to ease the pressure
Every UFC champion has been through it—dealing with their first amateur competition. Entering a gymnasium awash with Jiu-Jitsu fighters and the deafening ruckus of cheering…
Jiu-Jitsu’s biggest stars say thanks for 2014 and reveal their New Year resolutions for 2015
Buchecha is thankful for the perfect year. João Gabriel says thanks for the gift of life. Gabi Garcia saw the positive side of a obstacle.…
BJJ after 30: readers share why they started and what benefits they get from training
There's no right age to start training Jiu-Jitsu. Doesn't matter if you are a 5 years old child or already over 60, the gentle art…