I fell in love with drilling repetitive partner drills early on at purple belt. As soon as I was introduced to them, I knew right then I had waited too long to delve into them. I was instantly captured by the intricacies and...

If you asked people around the globe who the most famous martial artist of all time is, overwhelmingly the name most often uttered would be Bruce Lee.  Bruce Lee's roll as an iconic martial artist, instructor, movie star and business man left an...

John Danaher is back at BJJ Fanatics with his VERY soon to be released back control and submission system.  In the second of our preview videos, Danaher demonstrates some very important concepts that will turn you into that back pack you've always wanted...

 Michael "Mikey" Musumeci is arguably the most successful representative of the "modern style" of BJJ.  At just 22 years of age, he has already won the prestigious IBJJF World Championships at black belt twice, the first time during his first year at black...

Patience. You know the word, and you know what it means. It’s a part of everyone’s vocabulary. Do you possess it naturally? Is it a quality that eludes you? How long are you willing to wait for results? What kind of BJJ progress...

The kimura from side control is a high percentage classic submission. When hunting for the finish, it should always be on the BJJ radar. Often times I’ll bypass other options in favor of it’s unmatched properties of control. It lends itself perfectly to...

This weekend, the youngest member of the Danaher Death Squad, Nicky Ryan showcased more BJJ skill than a teenager should probably be allowed to have.  As the younger brother of ADCC champ Gordon Ryan and teammate to the likes of Garry Tonon and...

As practitioners and fans of the gentle art, we eagerly wait for and watch the large competitions, super fights and matches rooting for our favorite athletes.  It's easy to watch these events and maybe the little bit of "behind the scenes" footage we...

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its benefits are far reaching. There’s no shortage of proof and results to confirm its power, and you could discuss it to great lengths. Some of BJJs finest results can be best demonstrated with children. Martial arts in general have...

BJJ competition can be a great way to test your skills against practitioners of similar skills, ages, and physical sizes as you.  You've already distinguished yourself and set your self apart from the average person by choosing a hobby or sport where you...

Side control is one of the best places to set up shop, maintain control of your opponent and work a variety of arm attacks or chokes.  When you're in control of your opponent in side control, they are usually working to secure some...

How many times have you watched your coaches or instructors demonstrating a move and thought to yourself, "No way.  I'll never pull that off."  Or after you repped a move 2-3 times and decided your legs are too short, too long, or you're...

When we achieve the mount, especially as a BJJ beginner, we hunt for the basics, such as the cross choke, Americana, and, of course, the armbar. Because of the commonality and knowledge of these basic mount submissions, the defenses are plentiful and widely...

We all take our BJJ journey very seriously. Whether you’re an avid competitor, hobbyist, or just a fan of the art, your progress is undoubtedly very important to you.  Day in and day out we give our craft the attention it commands for...

I always get excited when I meet someone out in public who wants to talk about BJJ with me. From their perspective, I probably seem like a kid about to eat their favorite ice cream. I enjoy talking about it, of course, and...