What is Side Control in BJJ?
Side control, also known as side mount or cross-body, is an important position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). It’s one of four control positions in BJJ, along with the mount, the […]
What to Know About BJJ Competition Rules
Rules are the backbone of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competitions. These guidelines are in place because fighters and spectators alike want safe, fair, and thrilling matches. Of course, rules are necessary […]
BJJ Tournament Preparation
Legendary boxer Muhammad Ali seems larger than life to most of us now. As hard as it is to believe, he experienced normal human emotions, just like the rest of […]
Mastering the Armbar Technique in BJJ
Next up in our series on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) techniques is the armbar. Also known as the “juji-gatame” in Japanese, the armbar is one of the most fundamental and effective […]
What is the Knee Slice Pass?
The Knee Slice Pass, also known as the Knee Cut Pass, is a fundamental guard-passing technique in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). It involves slicing the knee through the opponent’s guard to […]
What are Weight Classes in BJJ?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art renowned for its emphasis on grappling and ground fighting. If you’re considering competing in BJJ, it’s important to know what weight division you […]
Master Self-Defense with BJJ Training
In the early 20th century, the Gracie Brothers Carlos, Oswaldo, Gastão Jr., George, and Hélio took the principles of judo and adapted them into a discipline that didn’t rely solely […]
How to Master Kimura in BJJ
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), the kimura (also known as the double wristlock) is a submission technique that involves controlling an opponent’s arm by gripping the wrist and securing it behind […]
What is a Triangle Choke in BJJ?
The triangle choke is one of the signature submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), largely thanks to its versatility. Originating as a judo technique, it’s a figure-four chokehold that involves using […]
How to tie a BJJ belt securely
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), as with many martial arts styles, practitioners wear colored belts to mark their rank and experience level. The belt colors, in ascending order of rank, are […]