As you are starting to develop your Jiu Jitsu game a natural progression is to progress from the traditional closed guard that we all learned when we started out to another form of guard.  I think there are two fairly natural and rather...

One of the first things you will learn, likely in your introductory class is what the closed guard position consists of.  The closed guard is one of the most basic and most fundamental positions in all of Jiu Jitsu. It is the position...

Let’s talk about getting your guard passed.  No matter how you get there your guard is like your home.  It’s your safe place where you can regroup and reengage with your opponent.  It’s the position you know best and start from often. It’s...

I think for everyone there are likely different things along the way that just blow your mind for lack of a better way of saying it.  Things that just don’t seem to make sense no matter how it is explained to you. No?...

Weight loss is always a hot topic these days, whether you are talking about cutting weight for a competition or fight or just being bombarded by diet tips in everyday life. There are so many fad diets and ‘quick fixes’ being touted through...

  The BJJ gym is a place of solitude. It is where you learn the craft you love and meet some of the most unique people who become your close friends, all while learning to hurt each other in a controlled environment.   ...

  As expected, the first day of ADCC 2019 was packed full of memorable moments, upsets, and simply incredible performances from the world’s best BJJ athletes. IF you were in attendance, leaving your seat to eat or go to the restroom was just...

What do you like most about training?  What do you like least? Which position or positions do you favor?  Do you know why you favor those positions over others? The longer you train the more you star to develop things you like and...

One of the most important parts of your game that you should always be looking to develop and grow in is your ability to sweep.  Listen, I get it, no one likes to be in the bottom position where they have to sweep,...

  When you watch highlights of competitions, it seems like the open guards, the lapel guards, and leglocks are taking over the sport. Its easy to overlook the older guards, like the half guard, the closed guard.  These old guards are still important...

Everyone knows the feeling of being pinned in side control. While rolling against a larger opponent it can be that much more difficult. There are many different escapes that we have all been shown since the beginning of our individual journey’s. Different techniques...

  Ahead of this weekend's ADCC World Championships, we're taking a look at some of our BJJ Fanatics family members who have been invited to compete. Next up is Marcus Almeida. Almeida grew up in Sao Vicente, a small town in Sao Paulo,...

  The ADCC World Championships are coming up this weekend, so let's take a look at some of our BJJ Fanatics family members who have been invited to compete. Next up is Gordon Ryan, who is included in the -99 kg division. Ryan is...

  UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Cannonier takes place Saturday, September 28th, 2019 at Royal Arena in Copenhagen, Denmark.  This event will mark the promotions first visit to Copenhagen, Denmark and will feature top middleweight standouts Jack Hermansson and Jared Cannonier in the...

  The butterfly guard is one of those interesting positions that offers more than we can possibly imagine. The possibilities are endless. Forward, backward, and side to side movement can all be taken advantage of in a myriad of ways. Patience is key...