The journey to black belt in any school of martial arts is long and arduous, and BJJ is no exception. Reaching the peak of training, the first degree anyway, can take anywhere between seven and fifteen years. This is a…
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Cardio for a BJJ Athlete
If you are an athlete then no matter which sport you practice, cardio is always going to be one of the most important components for building your body’s endurance and conditioning. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is no different as endurance and good…
What Makes a Good BJJ Instructor?
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools should be run by professionally trained instructors who guide students from the moment they walk through the door to the point of graduation to Black Belt and beyond. He or she is the guide that ensures…
About Street Concepts
Being involved in a street confrontation is much different from fighting in a controlled martial arts environment. For one thing, the parameter of the fighting arena is not the same as what you are used to in sports. Many attacks…
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Women
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a combat sport that was derived from the Japanese self-defense of Kodokan athletics that focuses on ground fighting. It is an Art and Sport and permits you to become productive with each a part of your…
Getting up from the Ground
Be aware of your stability when kneeling on the ground. Spread your legs slightly apart for a wider base, and rest on the balls of your feet (not the insteps). Resting on the balls of your feet allows you to…
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