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...

Check out one of our videos with the great John Danaher, Gordon Ryan, and Bernardo Faria.  Three of the most prolific figures in the BJJ community who are going to discuss the basics of understanding Jiu Jitsu. 

Exercise and nutrition are two things that are often thought of together, and also two things that are incredibly difficult to master. Finding the right combination that works for us in both the short term and long term can be so frustrating; so...

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...

The Sumi Gaeshi takedown in Judo is one that has a lot of appeal for BJJ players.  While many BJJ competitors begin their matches in a crouched, defensive position, the Sumi Gaeshi counters and takes advantage of that exact position. In the video...

One of the unique things about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the way it combines so many healthy actions into one activity.  The aerobic virtues of Jiu Jitsu become obvious to anyone who tries to make it through a five minute roll for the...

Along with the Cross Collar choke, the Ezekiel Choke is usually among the first chokes that white belts learn.  It’s a popular choice, because the mechanics of this choke are relatively simple to remember and accomplish. This popular choke is named after Ezequiel...

Side control. There’s so much to consider. From a beginner’s perspective, this may be the first dominant position you become comfortable in. Many of us gravitate towards side control early, for a simple reason, it can be a little easier to stay there....

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...

With a career 46 fights over a span of 19 years, Kazushi Sakuraba is one of the handful of truly legendary pioneers of MMA. He has contributed more to the sport of MMA than most people even realize. But his largest contribution by...

Such simple words, with such a deep meaning.  What does loyalty mean in Jiu Jitsu? Loyalty has several faces when we look at how it applies to Jiu Jitsu.  For example, loyalty applies to loyalty to your lineage and your academy. For me...

A straight arm bar from mount is one of the first submissions most people learn and feel comfortable with in Jiu Jitsu. The learning curve is fast, there isn’t a grocery list of steps to remember, and it can be done from a...

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is historically a male dominated sport, and while it continues to be, there is a recent surge of female participation and acceptance in the community. It is becoming more common to see women rolling on the mats and they are...

Playing half guard is a lot of small battles to maintain the position until you can effectively sweep. Keeping your knee line in the right place, defending against the cross face, staying on your side, pummeling for underhooks, etc. It’s about winning all...