Chael Sonnen has become a GO TO source for MMA analysis, behind the scenes scoops, and stellar stories of his past. Sonnen has recently left the MMA world, but is still highly active within the community. He still commentates for Bellator, runs...

ADCC is right around the corner! With that comes the shake ups of divisions as athletes settle into their respective divisions. When it was announced that Dillon was moving up, much to Gordon Ryans delight, the -77kg division at ADCC has only gotten...

What’s the difference between a beginning Jiu Jitero and an advanced Jiu Jitsu player? There are a lot of possible answers to this question.  Most people would respond by referring to a belt color.  Others would say it had to do with how...

The closed guard is the first position, at least defensive position, new grapplers learn. For the naïve person, the closed guard looks like a very odd position to be in. It’s even more odd to find that people electively chose that position and...

Side control is a top pin used in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to control grapplers who are on their back. The most frequent way people end up getting stuck in bottom side control is after getting their guard passed. From side control, the grappler...

The closed guard is one of the safest and most effective position for a grappler to be in when fighting from their back. It can be used to sweep, submit, and even strike from while allowing the guard player to stay safe from...

Dante Leon has been quietly amassing victories and impressive performances throughout 2019. Most notably Dante had a couple of barn burners at Kasai Pro. The Canadian, representing GFTeam, will be entering into the -77kg weight class at ADCC. While some people are starting...

Applied properly, the straight ankle or foot lock, can be just as devastating and painful as any other lower body submission. When it comes to breaking mechanics, just like any lower body attack, the straight ankle lock has its own unique set of...

Closed guard attacks in the gi are some of the most traditional and classic techniques you can perform in BJJ. Perhaps one of the most recognized positions of our art is the closed guard. Its roots run deep, and its effectiveness is still...

  The Arm bar is one of the most iconic submissions in all of combat sports. On top of that the varieties of the arm bar are endless. Some are performed the bottom, others while on top, and some take place while flying...

by Rob Hileman, July 26, 2019 Being a lightweight on the mats can get very frustrating. If you have resigned to getting crushed on a regular basis by the majority of your grappling partners due to the size differential, I have great news...

For those who have been bitten by the BJJ bug, a protracted convalescence after an injury or surgery can be their worst nightmare. When we’ve fallen in love with the gentle art and started to structure our lives around our training, an extended...

  The Single leg is easily one of the most used takedowns in all of combat sports. Whether it's BJJ, MMA, or Wrestling there is a good chance you will get to see the single leg in action. That said, it’s time to...

Are There Belts in Jiu Jitsu? Absolutely, belts are a vital aspect of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, representing a student's progression, skill level, and dedication to the art. Just like many traditional martial arts, Jiu-Jitsu employs a belt ranking system that helps to categorize the...

Kettlebells have never been as popular as they are now. The growth and emphasis of functional fitness has only benefited the BJJ community with its diverse exercises, explosive movements and core strengthening workouts.  A kettlebell is a type of free weight that originated...