Among the library of wrestling techniques that we’ve adapted for jiu-jitsu, the double leg takedown ranks high on the list. Its ease of use, simplistic application, and overall effectiveness make it a great choice when you're approaching the standing exchange. However, when...

Jiu-jitsu is such a multifaceted sport and that is why we love it so much. There is a such a variety of techniques, skills, and concepts to learn that one can play this game for years and not see it all. But the...

It’s no secret defending takedowns is hard work, especially against an opponent that is explosive and trains takedowns often.  Typically, wrestlers are really good at takedowns and bring that skill set with them as they make the transition to Jiu Jitsu. Whoever wins...

The double leg is probably one of the most commonly recognized takedowns in wrestling and Jiu Jitsu.   The double leg takedown has been around for a long time and has several variations practitioners have created over the years as they find little...

The double leg takedown can be an extremely effective tool in taking down your opponent.   If you’ve practiced the double leg takedown in live training (rolling) I’d say it’s safe to assume that you learn pretty quickly where the shortcomings are, and...

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...

The Double Leg Take Down Can Be Frustrating To Deal With, But With A Couple Simple Techniques Your Ability To Defend Against It Will Greatly Improve If you have ever been against a good grappler, especially an experienced wrestler, who knows how to...

Often times it’s not our first crack at a technique that’s successful. We may go down the road of 3 to 4 different moves before we finally nail something down. In a setting where both players are of a higher caliber, there tends...

Simple, Effective Tips That Any Masters Competitor Can Use For No Gi From The Greatest Master's Competitor Ever, Fabiano Scherner! As a German Brazilian professional mixed martial artist and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black belt, Fabiano Scherner may be over 40, but he has...

The Double Leg Is An Essential Takedown Tool. Learn It here! The double leg is one of the most popular takedowns used in Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, and MMA. It is extremely powerful and when done correctly, can easily get an opponent to the...

The Must Know, Basic Takedown For Your Grappling Game! As the guard game develops, Jiu Jitsu practitioners will often ignore the takedowns as they are more certain they can successful on the ground. Some argue that the whole goal of wrestling in Jiu...

Butt Drag To Double Leg by Jake Mackenzie In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the half guard is everywhere. You will often see high level BJJ players use the half guard as their primary guard for attacking and defending in competition. It is a well...

Travis Stevens Double Leg Defense With Reverse Triangle In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as with other grappling arts such as wrestling and SAMBO, the double leg take down is one of the most commonly used methods of taking an opponent to the ground. The...

A Few Great Wrestling Takedowns For Your BJJ With An NCAA All American! We know that great wrestling lends itself readily to BJJ. Many of the themes of wrestling crossover quite easily with little modification, and can assist you in creating a dynamic...

How To Beat Wrestlers Using The Kimura by Robson Lima “Mau Mau” Robson Lima, also known as “Mau Mau,” is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and student under Master Julio Cesar Pereira. He is associated with the Grappling Fight Team (GFTeam). Born...