Switching our hips can take on many forms and have many uses in BJJ. Whether we’re escaping a position, transitioning to another spot, or defending an attack, a good hip switch can come to your aid in a variety of different ways. Timing...

It can be argued that the hips are the single most important part of the body in jiu jitsu.  The powerful muscles of the hips and surrounding legs and lower back are where the majority of the power comes for most escapes.  The...