Training with purpose in your jiu-jitsu practice can be incredibly beneficial. What do I mean by that? Entering practice, a with a plan or an idea of what you hope to accomplish in your training session can help you to focus and get...

Basic wrestling is a phenomenal addition to any BJJ stand up game It can sometimes be a bit difficult to figure out where to begin with takedowns if you’re just getting started with grappling. If you have no prior take down experience, wrestling...

Gordon Ryan did a fantastic job of labeling the three types of passing as part of his newest instructional release. He referred to these as loose passing, tight passing, and passing using submissions. I think for a lot of people this sort put...

Wrestling has been making a much needed and welcomed return to the spotlight. The most recognized and historically prevalent grappling art boasts some of the worlds most incredibly talented athletes, and there is so much to be learned from these titans of the...

  In today’s day and age where people are chasing the next big thing, or looking for a short cut simplicity can be overlooked. In Jiu-Jitsu the more complex a technique at the beginner levels the more likely you are going to struggle...

  UFC Rochester is a perfect example of an event that gets overlooked by many because it didn’t have any big “Stars”. In total there were 9 finishes. In truth many athletes on the card are unheard of by the mainstream. That just...

  Adam Wardzinski has a very unique game. Although it is unique it is also very practical. Adam has beaten some of the sport’s very best by using a combination of butterfly guard, strong passing, and back attacks. Wardzinski is known for his...

  Garry Tonon might just be the hardest working Martial Artist in America. After a long flight and an even longer week in Singapore Tonon is back doing his thing teaching Jiu-JItsu at the Evolve MMA Super Seminar. Friday night Tonon took less...

 BJJ Superstar Undefeated With Leg Lock Finish  Garry Tonon continued his win streak with his 55 second victory over Yoshiki Nakahara in the ONE FC mixed martial arts organization today.  The two combatants traded tentative strikes early on.  But once Tom DeBlass black...

Superstar Shares BJJ Benefits to Fans Demi Lovato is an American superstar of television and music.  As a young child on the Barney and Friends show and later on the Disney Channel she found herself into American homes.  She parlayed her success on...

We spend countless hours acquiring knowledge that strengthens our jiu-jitsu. If you’re a true student of the game, you’re constantly searching for ways to add value to your own unique game. During this process ideas morph and merge to create a style inherent...

  Longtime UFC Great Frankie Edgar will have another opportunity to embolden his MMA legacy as one of the very best. Some people have come out and proclaimed Alex Volkanovski is the rightful challenger to Max Holloway’s title. With his win over Featherweight...

The butterfly guard is a popular choice among practitioners of all levels, sizes, and styles. It offers us an array of dynamic options and the position continues to evolve at a rapid rate. One of the main draws of the BFG is the...

  For all the Diaz fans and haters out there buckle up. It’s been quite a roller coaster as of late when it comes to Nate Diaz making a return to action. While the prospect of him returning is exciting, there has been...

Who Has the Greatest Half Guard of All Time by Devin Small The half guard game is something that has intrigued jiu-jitsu nerds since its creation. Some view it as a last-ditch opportunity to control your opponent while others view it as an...